The latest fluid connectors deliver leak-free performance and long life despite shock, vibration, and extreme pressures. • 37° flare fittings are the most widely used, but they're not always the best ...

This article was updated Jan. 17, 2023. It was originally published Oct. 21, 2004. Using the correct thread is critical for proper mating and replacing hydraulic fittings. First and foremost, it is a ...

Tapered thread pipe and JIC 37° flare fittings are the two most common types of fittings that generally rank poor for reusability Wouldn’t it be nice if leak-free connections could last forever? Nice, ...

The performance and reliability of a hydraulic system depend heavily on the integrity of its fittings—the components that define flow paths, maintain sealing under high pressure, and withstand ...

That box of assorted rubber O-rings under the workbench in your shop might supply the cure to leaky hydraulic connections, or it might just interrupt the leak for a day or two. Flat-face hydraulic ...