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For over 70 years, SSP Fittings has exhibited an expertise in the precision machining of tight tolerance, high quality fitting components. Truly committed to being a vertically integrated manufacturer, SSP sets the standard for production flexibility and capability. No other manufacturer of adapters, connectors and fittings controls and executes as many stages of production from one facility as is performed at SSP. As a manufacturer, SSP designs and manufactures all forge and machine tooling, validates all of its designs, forges all of its shapes, machines all of its fittings, and tests its finished products at the Twinsburg facility. |
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SAE 37º Flared Fittings | |
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The SAE flared tube fitting is the most popular configuration of hydraulic fluid connector in North America. While the SAE system is often used for joining tubing in a hydraulic system, it is frequently also used on flexible plumbing systems (hose) as an end adapter for female SAE swivels, which is the most common – and affordable – end connection on hydraulic hose assemblies. Until recently, the SAE flared tube fitting had a corresponding military specification, MIL-F-18866 which has now been superseded by SAE J514, but many ordinance system designs and designers still favor the SAE fitting out of convention and customer preference. |
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UltraFlare Fittings | |
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The UltraFlare™ is an extremely good choice in many cases for both new system design, and replacement of existing SAE flared tube fittings. For new system design, the UltraFlare™ offers a superior alternative to a standard SAE Flared fitting through its improved resistance to vibration and sealing reliability. The UltraFlare™ is also more forgiving of assembly irregularities in the shop or field, such as under-flared tubing or under-torqued make-ups. The UltraFlare™ uses standard SAE nuts & sleeves, and is assembled following normal procedures and techniques for SAE flared tube fittings. As such, for companies with an investment in tube flaring equipment and training, the UltraFlare™ represents a superior performing fitting system without the need for new capital equipment or technician training. In the field, or for system maintenance, UltraFlare™ tube fittings can be substituted for a standard SAE flared fittings for enhanced protection against leakage due to normal system vibration. |
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SAE Flareless Fittings | |
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The SAE flareless tube fitting is an excellent fitting system for higher vibration hydraulic systems where a user does not wish to flare tubing. On dynamic hydraulic systems, the SAE flareless tube fitting is recommended over other flareless tube fitting systems, specifically compression, or "instrumentation." The design of the SAE flareless single biting ferrule holds the key to this superiority. The ferrule bows during assembly and "bites" into the tubing wall. The spring-action joint provides superior shock absorption and holding power. In addition, the bite and other visual cues, allow a user to inspect the assembly prior to system pressurization. With other flareless tube fitting systems, a user must rely on indirect verification of a positive seal through the use of gap gauges or by counting the number of hex flats torqued from a finger-tight position. |
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Soft Seal Fittings | |
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The Soft-Seal tube & pipe fitting is a very versatile fluid connector because it works exceptionally well on both fluids and gases. After securing the sleeve onto the tube or pipe, it is then extremely easy to install. The fitting is also a "zero clearance" system, meaning you don't need to spring or pull the tubing to seat the fitting, or purge the system. This tube fitting can be disassembled and reassembled many times. Simply replace the o-ring and tighten to recommended torque. The elastomer soft-seal conforms well to irregularities in the fitting face or sleeve. So, while proper technique and handling should be observed during assembly, the tube fitting is forgiving of assembly variation. Soft-Seal tube and pipe fittings are highly recommended on high vibration systems because the soft-seal absorbs shock better than any metal-to-metal sealing system. While the SAE Soft-Seal was originated for use in off-road construction machinery, it is gaining popularity in other transportation-related applications such as alternative fuel systems (CNG/LPG) for vehicles. It is endorsed by ISO Technical Committee 131 for all new hydraulic system design. The NavSea Soft-Seal design is widely used in Naval and commercial ship building and repair. Other applications include test laboratories. |
