Automotive performance fittings are specialized components used in high-performance vehicles to optimize fluid flow, reliability, and durability in various systems such as fuel, oil, coolant, and hydraulic systems. Here's an overview of automotive performance fittings:
Materials: Performance fittings are typically made from high-quality materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, brass, or titanium. These materials offer excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and compatibility with a wide range of fluids and operating conditions.
Thread Types: Automotive performance fittings often utilize AN (Army-Navy) thread standards, which provide a standardized system for fluid connectors. AN fittings feature a 37-degree flare and are available in various sizes, including AN4, AN6, AN8, AN10, AN12, AN16, AN20, and AN24, among others. Metric and NPT (National Pipe Thread) fittings may also be used in certain applications.
Types of Fittings:
Hose Ends: These fittings connect hoses to other components such as fuel pumps, oil coolers, or radiators. They come in various configurations, including straight, 45-degree, 90-degree, and 180-degree bends, allowing for flexibility in routing hoses.
Adapters: Adapters allow for the connection of components with different thread sizes or types. They can adapt AN fittings to NPT threads, metric threads, or other specialized fittings.
Bulkhead Fittings: These fittings are used to pass hoses or lines through panels or walls, providing a secure and sealed connection while maintaining structural integrity.
Banjo Fittings: Banjo fittings feature a hollow bolt and a banjo-style adapter, allowing fluid to flow through the fitting. They are commonly used in applications where space is limited or where rotational movement is required.
Swivel Fittings: Swivel fittings feature a rotating connection, allowing for easy alignment and installation in tight spaces. They are particularly useful in applications where hoses need to be routed around obstacles or components.
