What Are BW Series Hose Crimp Fittings?
Bite to Wire, Bite to the Wire or BW series crimp fittings are some of the strongest crimp fittings you can have on a hydraulic hose line. They’re called Bite to Wire because the serrations on the ferrule actually bite into the wire reinforcement of the hose, holding the crimp connection stronger than other crimps.
Thread Connection Available For BW Series Hose Fittings
Male: NPT/NPTF male, NPT/NPTF male swivel, JIC male, BSP Male, ORFS Male, Metric Male
Female: JIC female swivel, NPSM female swivel, BSP female swivel, Metric female swivel, ORFS female swivel
Material Selection Of BW Series Hose Crimp Fittings?
Carbon steel and stainless steel are the most popular for BW series hose fittings.
For harsh and corrosion environment, like oil & gas, marine, ship building, wind power, chemical processing…, the best choice would be stainless steel 316L materials.
What Hoses do BW Series Hose Crimp Fittings Can Be Used On?
Bite-to-wire design. Use with 4-wire (spiral reinforcement) as well as 1-wire and 2-wire (braided reinforcement) hydraulic hoses. Use with the following Hydraulic Hose:
- SAE 100R1
- SAE 100R2
- SAE 100R16
- SAE 100R17
The Most-Common Applications For Hydraxio’s BW Series Fittings
Because of their nearly indestructible design, BW Series fittings are an ideal choice for a variety of applications.
1. Food and beverage.
Made of FDA-approved materials, BW Series fittings are well-suited for the food and beverage industry. These lightweight fittings won’t taint the taste or add odors to products.
2. Marine.
The durable design of BW Series fittings is ideal for the high-pressure environments found underwater. Additionally, these fittings are approved by many reputable marine organizations.
3. Offshore and Petrochemical.
BW Series crimp fittings are characterized by their corrosion resistance, providing a simpler, quicker and safer hose assembly. Whether you work in the offshore oil, gas or wind energy industry, these fittings can accommodate any project and withstand extremely harsh environments.
4. Pharmaceutical.
BW Series crimp fittings can also be used in the pharmaceutical industry to attach medical hoses and other equipment. These crimp fittings are constructed of materials that meet industry health and safety standards.
Hydraxio Offers
Hydraxio is a manufacturer of stainless steel BW series hose fittings. We help wholesale distributors, brand manufacturers and OEMs to grow their market share. Please feel free to contact us if you have any demands.
