Can you use 71 series fittings on 43 series hose?

You shouldn’t use 71 series fittings on 43 series hydraulic hose because they are designed for different hoses. 71 Series hose ends are designed for hoses like our SAE100R12 4 wire hose, SAE100R13 4 and 6 wire hose, and EN 4SH 4 wire hose. 43 series hose ends are designed for our HT Tough Cover Hose, SAE1001AT 1-wire hose, SAE100R2AT 2 wire hose, SAE100R3 general purpose hydraulic hose, SAE100R16 [...]

Parker 43 series fittings vs W series bite to wire fittings

Parker 43 Series fittings are one-piece fittings that are designed to work with braided hydraulic hoses, such as our Hydraulax Tough Cover Hoses SAE 100R1, R2, R3, R16, and R17 hydraulic hoses. They are commonly used in medium to high-pressure hydraulic applications, where the hose assembly needs to withstand constant pressure cycles and high-pressure loads. W series fittings or bite to the wire [...]

What are W series fittings?

W Series or bite to the wire fittings are made to bite to the wire inside of spiral hydraulic hoses. W series fittings have sharp metal teeth that "bite" into the wire reinforcement of the hydraulic hose. This design provides a strong and secure connection between the fitting and the hose, ensuring reliable performance under high-pressure conditions. W series fittings are commonly used with our [...]

Should I use braided hose fittings or W series bite to the wire fittings?

The 2 main things to look at when you are trying to decide between braided hose fittings and W series bite to the wire fittings are the pressure rating and whether you are using spiral hydraulic hose. W series fittings are compatible with spiral hydraulic hose like our Hydraulax Tough cover hoses, SAE 100R1, R2, R16, R17, and EN 856 4SH hydraulic hose. They need to be with spiral hydraulic hoses [...]

When should I use tough cover hydraulic hose?

You should use Tough Cover Hose when you need a hydraulic hose for harsh environments. It is commonly used in marine, agriculture, car wash applications, and more due to their demanding conditions. Our Hydraulax Tough Cover Hose offers exceptional durability and longevity, with 10 times more abrasion resistance than standard hydraulic hoses. This makes it the perfect solution for applications [...]