Choosing the Right Fitting

Industrial fittings are used in many fields and although they are often unseen, they are highly necessary. They are essential connecting elements for the various piping systems found in industrial applications, but also in many everyday products.

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Given the large number of fittings available and the different functions they offer, choosing the right product is an important and often difficult step.

Interlock hose fittings are a type of high-performance fitting designed for creating secure and reliable connections between hoses and other piping components. 

Interlock hose fittings are specifically designed for hoses that have undergone a process called six-wire skiving. 

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• Six-Wire Skiving: This involves precisely removing a specific layer of the outer rubber and a portion of the steel braid reinforcement of the hose at both the inner and outer diameter. This creates a &#;skived&#; section with exposed wires.
• Dual Purpose Skiving: The skiving serves two crucial functions:
  
  • Locking: The exposed wires on the braid interlock with ridges or teeth on the inner part of the interlock fitting, creating a strong mechanical grip that prevents the hose from pulling out under pressure.
  • Sealing: The skived section also allows for a tight seal between the hose and the fitting. An O-ring or gasket within the fitting often complements this seal for maximum leak prevention.

Strongest Connection: Because of this dual locking and sealing mechanism, interlock fittings are widely considered the most secure and reliable connection method for hoses compared to traditional fittings like clamps or crimps.

Here&#;s an analogy: Imagine the skived section of the hose like a handshake with exposed fingers. The interlock fitting acts like another hand with grooves that interlock with the fingers, creating a strong hold. The O-ring adds an extra layer of security like a tight clasp around the handshake.

Applications: Due to their superior strength and leak-proof design, interlock fittings are ideal for demanding applications like:

• High-pressure hydraulic systems
• Conveying hazardous fluids or abrasive materials
• Harsh environments with extreme temperatures or vibrations

While interlock fittings offer top-notch security, it&#;s important to consider their cost and potential overkill for less critical applications.

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