NPT stands for National Pipe Tapered threads, also known as ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 pipe threads. It is a U.S. standard for measuring tapered threads on threaded pipes and fittings. Threaded pipes can give an effective seal for pipes using hydraulic fluids. Sometimes referred to as MPT (male pipe threads), NPT threads are not interchangeable with NPS […]
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Know your system pressure
STAMPED Series — Part 5 Proper hose selection is critical in order to realize a safe hydraulic system. The first step in having a safe hydraulic system is selecting the proper components that meet the needs of each individual system. Compromises in hose selection may create situations of danger, as well as affect the performance […]
Living in a (hose) material world
STAMPED Series — Part 4 Proper hose selection is critical in order to realize a safe hydraulic system. The first step in having a safe hydraulic system is selecting the proper components that meet the needs of each individual system. Compromises in hose selection may create situations of danger, as well as affect the performance […]
Application Considerations: What’s best for your system?
STAMPED Series — Part 3 Proper hose selection is critical in order to realize a safe hydraulic system. The first step in having a safe hydraulic system is selecting the proper components that meet the individual needs of each system. Compromises in hose selection may create situations of danger, as well as affect the performance […]
Time to talk temperature and how it affects your hose assembly
STAMPED Series — Part 2 Proper hose selection is critical to realize a safe hydraulic system. The first step in having a safe hydraulic system is selecting the proper components that meet the needs of each individual system. Compromises in hose selection may create situations of danger, as well as affect the performance and durability […]
Hose size for hydraulic systems
STAMPED Series — Part 1 Proper hose selection is critical to realize a safe hydraulic system. The first step in having a safe hydraulic system is selecting the proper components that meet the needs of each individual system. Compromises in hose selection may create situations of danger, as well as affect the performance and durability […]
Version 1.2 of the Hose Safety Institute Handbook released
Version 1.2 of the Hose Safety Institute Handbook is available. It includes new copies that may be purchased on the NAHAD website and an update pack for any existing copies. This version provides a comprehensive set of minimum performance recommendations for the specification and design of industrial, composite, hydraulic, corrugated metal and fluoropolymer hose assemblies, as […]
