Tapered thread pipe and JIC 37° flare fittings are the two most common types of fittings that generally rank poor for reusability Wouldn’t it be nice if leak-free connections could last forever? Nice, ...

Aluminum pipe thread fittings are everywhere in the automotive world and as such may be viewed with no special concern. But beware! Avoid threading bare aluminum pipe fittings like AN parts into an ...

I’ve seen a steady parade of broken or leaky hydraulic hoses through the parts department in the past weeks. Spring must finally have arrived. Here are a few tips on correctly reconnecting those hoses ...

Even if you use a thread sealant, a female tapered thread fitting will not seal if it is attached to a male straight thread like a faucet or toilet connection. <P>Generally, do not mix Tapered with ...

Plumbing is one of those skills that many people take for granted, believing it's easy to do on the fly. Sure, there are many tools and devices that can be used to pull off this job, like the ...

This article was updated Jan. 17, 2023. It was originally published Oct. 21, 2004. Using the correct thread is critical for proper mating and replacing hydraulic fittings. First and foremost, it is a ...

EXETER, N.H. — ASC Engineered Solutions™ has expanded its digital design solutions with the addition of threaded fitting Autodesk Revit families. New, free digital content includes Anvil & SCI branded ...