We find it surprising that some mechanics use hydraulic hose for air brake applications. Perhaps they figure that since hydraulic hose is rated at a much higher pressure than air brake hose it is safe to use. The truth is that a hose assembly must meet much more requirements than adequate working pressure in order to assure safety.

We get a few requests per month for a standard fitting. In the world of fittings, there isn’t any that can be called “standard” or “typical.”  When trying to determine which fitting type is going to get your machine moving again, there are several different options available.  The goal in this piece of information is to help you better understand those options.  What follows is information that pertains to how fittings are attached to either a Hydraulic Hose or to a Hardline (Steel or Stainless Steel) Tube.  Knowing the fitting type needed before attempting to procure it can save you time, which as we all know equates to $$$.