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JIC

JIC fittings stand for Joint Industry Council Thread and are a type of metal to metal sealing type of fitting with a 37° flare.  JIC …

Nitrile Seals

Choosing the right seal in your hydraulic coupler can make the difference between a functioning quick coupler and a failed hydraulic system.  Nitrile seals or …

NPT

NPT stands for National Pipe Thread Tapered and is one of the most common types of port options in the U.S.  ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 is the …

ORFS

ORFS fitting use an O-ring compression mechanism for a tight seal and are quite popular for OEM machinery worldwide.  Female fittings are flat face with …

PTFE

PTFE stands for Polytetrafluoroethylene and is a type of seal that is designed to withstand high pressure, high temperatures and aggressive movements that traditional elastomer …

SAE

SAE refers to the Society of Automotive Engineers with SAE Standard J516_201903 detailing the specifications for hydraulic hose fittings used in conjunction with hydraulic hoses …

Skid Steer

Skid steer refers to a small engine powered machine with a rigid frame and lift arms with attachments for labor saving tools.  Bobcat is a …

Zinc plating

Zinc plating is a process used to cover metal material with a layer of zinc coating to provide added resistance to corrosion.  Stucchi utilizes a …