Do Hydraulic Fittings Use NPT Threads?
HGW Hydraulics on Sep 15th 2021
Some hydraulic fittings use NPT threads, but not all hydraulic fittings are NPT. NPT is common in the United States and Canada, especia
Measuring 37 Degree JIC Fittings for Replacement
HGW Hydraulics on Sep 7th 2021
JIC fittings are widely used in hydraulic systems because they use straight threads and a 37 degree flare seating surface. The threads
Hydraulic Bulkhead Fittings for Panels, Tanks, and Barriers
HGW Hydraulics on Sep 2nd 2021
A hydraulic bulkhead fitting lets a hose, pipe, tube, or instrumentation line pass through a barrier while keeping the connection contr
Push-to-Connect Water Fittings: Where They Fit and What to Check
HGW Hydraulics on Aug 25th 2021
Push-to-connect fittings are used in many fluid systems because they make tube connection fast and repeatable. The tube is pushed into
Cold Weather Checks for Hydraulic Hose, Fittings, and Seals
HGW Hydraulics on Aug 19th 2021
Cold weather can create hydraulic problems even when the metal fitting body is not the weak part. Low temperature can stiffen hose, mak
Hydraulic Hose Safety Mistakes That Lead to Leaks and Downtime
HGW Hydraulics on Aug 10th 2021
Hydraulic hose safety is usually treated as a maintenance topic, but the risk often starts at the connection points. A hose assembly de
Hydraulic Hose Manufacturers and Market Leaders to Know
HGW Hydraulics on Jul 27th 2021
Hydraulic hose manufacturers matter because a hose is not an isolated part. In a hydraulic system, hose assemblies connect pumps, valve
Quick Connect Couplings: Common Use Cases
HGW Hydraulics on Jul 22nd 2021
Quick connect couplings are used where tubing or fluid lines need to be connected and disconnected quickly. Their function, internal pa
Sanitary Fittings and Tri-Clover Connections Explained
HGW Hydraulics on Jul 14th 2021
Sanitary fittings are used in process piping where cleanliness matters. Important details include sanitary fittings, surface finish, ro
Dual Ferrule Tube Fittings: How They Work
HGW Hydraulics on Jul 8th 2021
Dual ferrule instrumentation fittings are used to connect tubing in measurement and control systems. Their construction, working mechan