Crimp FAQs
Series 43 Crimp Fittings
Stainless Hose Fittings
WHAT ARE SERIES 43 CRIMP FITTINGS USED FOR?
Series 43 crimp fittings are Parker fittings, so they can only be used with Parker crimping machines. 43 series fittings are typically used on 1 and 2 wire braided hydraulic hoses, and are ideal for low to medium pressure applications.
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Series BW Crimp Fittings
Stainless Hose Fittings
WHAT ARE SERIES BW CRIMP FITTINGS USED FOR?
Bite to wire, or BW series, crimp fittings are designed to work with spiral and braided hydraulic hoses. BW series crimp fittings have serrations inside the ferrule to allow compression to pass the outer cover and bite into the wire braid. BW series crimp fittings are ideal for high pressure applications.
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Series HY Crimp Fittings
Stainless Hose Fittings
WHAT ARE SERIES HY CRIMP FITTINGS USED FOR?
HY series crimp fittings are generally used for low, medium, and high pressure hydraulic hose assemblies. Our HY crimp fittings are similar to Weatherhead U series crimp fittings, and are able to be used with standard braided hydraulic hose. Our HY series crimp fittings are commonly used in the military, construction, agriculture, and material handling industries.
Reusable Hose Ends
Stainless Hose Fittings
WHAT ARE REUSABLE HOSE FITTINGS USED FOR?
Reusable hose ends are different from regular hydraulic fittings in that they are not permanently attached to the hydraulic hose. Reusable (or field attachable) hose ends do not require crimping to attach to the hydraulic hose. A collar is placed over the end of the hose, and then a stem is threaded into the collar, creating a seal. The fittings can be tightened by hand or with hand tools. When it is time to remove either the hydraulic hose or the fitting, simply unscrew the collar from the stem and remove the fitting.