Hydraulic Hose, Tubing, and Fitting Compatibility Checklist
HGW Hydraulics on Dec 23rd 2021
Hydraulic hoses, metal tubing, and fittings all move fluid through a system, but they do not serve the same job or tolerate the same co
Braided vs Spiral Hydraulic Hose: Which Should You Use?
HGW Hydraulics on Dec 14th 2021
Braided and spiral hydraulic hoses are both used in fluid power systems, but they solve different problems. Braided hose is often chose
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
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
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
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
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
Push-to-Connect Fitting Materials and Applications
HGW Hydraulics on Apr 29th 2021
Push-to-connect fittings are selected by material, tube type, and application. Common material options include aluminum, brass, stainle