FITTING - OTC Tools and Equipment

The OTC Tools and Equipment 14438 Hose Fitting is a professional-grade component engineered for reliable fluid transfer in demanding automotive and industrial applications. This 90-degree swivel hose fitting, manufactured by Hosco and supplied by OTC Industrial Technologies, is designed for secure and efficient connections, particularly in systems handling flammable or hazardous fluids. Its robust construction ensures durability and long-term performance under rigorous operational conditions.

Key Features

• Robust Construction: Built to withstand the harsh environments of professional workshops and industrial sites, offering a long service life.
• Swivel Design: Features a 90-degree swivel, providing flexibility and ease of installation while preventing hose kinking.
• Secure Fluid Transfer: Incorporates a barb and nut style retention system, delivering a high level of safe and reliable connection for various fluids, including hazardous materials.
• Chemical Compatibility: Manufactured with materials suitable for a wide range of paints, coatings, solvents, and other industrial fluids.
• Optimized for Frequent Connections: The NPS/BSPP(PF) female swivel nut design is specifically intended for applications requiring multiple or frequent "make and break" connections, enhancing serviceability.
• Low Wrench Force Installation: Engineered for installation with minimal wrench forces, crucial for compact or recessed dispense and paint stations.

Applications

This OTC hose fitting is an essential component for professional technicians and mechanics working in automotive service, manufacturing, and industrial maintenance. It is ideal for fluid power systems, air compressor setups, and any application requiring secure and leak-free hose connections. Its suitability for flammable or hazardous fluid handling makes it particularly valuable in paint shops, chemical processing, and hydraulic systems where safety and reliability are paramount.

Specifications

• Model Number: 14438
• Configuration: 90-degree Swivel Hose Fitting
• Connections: 3/8" OD x 1/4" x 3/8" NPS(F)
• Thread Type: NPS(F) female swivel nut