Questions to Ask Before Choosing Hydraulic Hose Fittings
HGW Hydraulics on Nov 25th 2021
Before selecting a hydraulic hose fitting, start with STAMP: size, temperature, application, material or media, and pressure. Those fiv
Four Pipe Flange Alignment Tools for Industrial Work
HGW Hydraulics on Nov 17th 2021
Pipe flanges connect piping systems to pipes, valves, pumps, and other equipment in petrochemical, oil and gas, power generation, and i
Hose Clamp Types and Sizes for Hydraulic Fitting Connections
HGW Hydraulics on Nov 11th 2021
Hose clamps secure a hose to a fitting, nipple, or similar connection point. The clamp helps stabilize the joint so fluid can move thro
Why Metric Hydraulic Fittings Are Common Worldwide
HGW Hydraulics on Nov 2nd 2021
Metric thread hydraulic fittings are widely used around the world, but the word "metric" can hide several different connection familie
Metric Hydraulic Fittings: DIN, JIS, and Komatsu Basics
HGW Hydraulics on Oct 27th 2021
Metric hydraulic fittings are not one single connection style. In field maintenance, the term often includes DIN, JIS, Komatsu, BSPP-r
JIC 37 Degree Fitting Assembly and Tightening Steps
HGW Hydraulics on Oct 19th 2021
JIC 37 degree fittings use parallel threads and a 37 degree flare seat to make a metal-to-metal seal. They are common in hydraulic sys
Three Hydraulic Hose Constructions and Where They Fit
HGW Hydraulics on Oct 14th 2021
Hydraulic hoses carry pressurized fluid between ports, pumps, valves, cylinders, motors, and reservoirs. They provide flexible connecti
Choosing a Hydraulic Hose and Fitting Supplier
HGW Hydraulics on Oct 6th 2021
Choosing a hydraulic hose or fitting supplier should start with the application. The part has to match pressure, fluid, temperature, mo
Identifying BSP and NPT Threaded Fittings
HGW Hydraulics on Sep 30th 2021
BSP and NPT are two common pipe-thread families used in industrial fluid systems. They may look similar, but they are not interchangeab
Four Hydraulic Hose Measurements to Check Before Replacement
HGW Hydraulics on Sep 21st 2021
Hydraulic hose measurement affects system performance, routing, and replacement fit. A hose that is too small can create pressure loss,