What’s Reusable Hose Fitting?
A standard Reusable hydraulic hose fittings generally consists of two parts: the hose ferrule and the coupling. Specifically, the ferrule plays a key securing role. Designed as a conical or cylindrical shape with internal threads, the geometry of the ferrule allows for a very tight connection to the hydraulic hose. Reusable hose fittings attach to compatible hydraulic hoses with a wrench instead of crimping. Also called field-installable fittings, they’re typically used to make a repair on-site where a crimper is not available. When assembled, the fitting compresses against the hose to form a strong seal. The result is reduced hydraulic system downtime.
The connections of reusable hydraulic hose couplings
*JIC Male, JIC Female Swivel
*NPT Male, NPT Male Swivel, NPSM Female Swivel
*BSPP Male, BSPP Female Swivel; BSPT Male
*Metric Male, Metric Female Swivel
*ORFS Male, ORFS Female Swivel
Material Selection
Material selection is a key factor in the performance and service life of reusable hydraulic hose end fittings. Material selection can have a significant impact on attributes such as corrosion resistance, pressure capacity, and overall system reliability.
Stainless steel is the material of choice for applications requiring high corrosion resistance.
Brass is a great choice for those looking for a balance between cost-effectiveness and performance.
Carbon steel fittings offer excellent strength and are often used in high-pressure hydraulic systems. It is a popular choice due to its excellent strength-to-cost ratio.
Hose Compatibility
Field-Attachable Hose Fittings must be used with the properly specified hose.
*SAE 100R1 AT High Strength Steel Wire Braided Medium Pressure Hose
*SAE 100R2 AT Double Wire Braided High Pressure Hose
*SAE 100R5 Medium-Pressure Hydraulic Hose for Air Brake Systems
*SAE 100R7 Medium-Pressure Thermoplastic Hydraulic Hose
*SAE 100R14 PTFE Lined Stainless Steel Wire Reinforced Hose
Applications and industries
Agricultural machinery
Heavy equipment
Production lines
Braking systems
Advantages of Reusable hose connectors
*Reduce downtime
*Flexibility
*Reliable
It is important to note that reusable hose ends require careful installation and proper torque to ensure a secure connection that prevents leaks. If the screw teeth are not matched ideally to the hose cover, the hose end may come off when pressurized, resulting in a failed connection. Conversely, overtightening may damage the hose and reinforcement, reducing the joint’s integrity and resulting in failure under pressure. Proper installation is critical to ensure a secure and reliable connection.
QC Hydraulics is a manufacturer of Stainless steel (304, 316L) reusable hose fittings for SAE 100 R1, R2 & R5 hoses. Please contact us to learn more about our products.