{"id":14514,"date":"2022-10-12T12:12:09","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T12:12:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carolinacat.webpagefxstage.com\/construction\/?p=14514"},"modified":"2023-11-07T14:05:49","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T14:05:49","slug":"hose-and-couplings-considerations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carolinacat.webpagefxstage.com\/construction\/hose-and-couplings-considerations\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Considerations When Purchasing Hoses and Couplings for Your Heavy Equipment"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Buying the correct hose and couplings is crucial to equipment performance, but budgets, project timelines and\u00a0the variety of products available\u00a0can make it challenging to decide which components are best for your machine. Consider these factors when reviewing your options.<\/p>\n
Every manufacturer makes their hoses\u00a0and couplings with different materials and quality standards, so not all parts are the same. With Cat\u00ae\u00a0hoses\u00a0and couplings<\/a>, you can trust\u00a0your investments to\u00a0work longer and stronger. Caterpillar manufactures\u00a0heavy equipment\u00a0hoses\u00a0and couplings\u00a0specifically for Cat machinery, using\u00a0superior materials and completing\u00a0rigorous testing\u00a0to ensure\u00a0dependability.<\/p>\n Your hose must be compatible with the type of hydraulic fluid you use, as the fluid’s viscosity can affect the hose assembly’s performance and life span. Low-viscosity oils have small molecules that can become trapped between the hose and cover if the hose isn’t rated for these formulas. To prevent this and other performance problems, these oils require a different hose material than high-viscosity fluids.<\/p>\n Hose covers offer protection\u00a0in\u00a0rough conditions. They’re available at several levels, with\u00a0cost and performance\u00a0differences\u00a0at\u00a0each level. Though using a standard hose with a premium cover would\u00a0cut\u00a0costs\u00a0on the overall assembly, this variation would not be advantageous\u00a0since the\u00a0two\u00a0would have\u00a0different\u00a0life spans.<\/p>\n The correct hose size \u2014 the inside diameter \u2014 for the application reduces pressure loss,\u00a0helps prevent\u00a0hose damage, minimizes turbulence, lasts longer and takes up less space. Follow manufacturer recommendations for size to ensure the best performance and keep your warranty valid.<\/p>\n Getting all your hose components from the same manufacturer\u00a0is the best practice, as these parts are designed to work together to improve uptime and reduce maintenance costs. Parts from\u00a0different producers\u00a0may be incompatible, causing safety issues. Many manufacturers offer a warranty for hose assemblies using only their branded parts, so you’d also gain warranty protection\u00a0by going this route.<\/p>\n At Carolina Cat, we understand that heavy equipment hoses and couplings are crucial for efficient operation. With our\u00a0hose and coupling parts and services<\/a>, you can get\u00a0these\u00a0assemblies\u00a0installed in our hose shop for a competitive price. Our technicians have been trained in hose installation\u00a0and\u00a0use\u00a0genuine, long-lasting\u00a0Cat products\u00a0to help\u00a0your equipment\u00a0spend more time in the field.<\/p>\n2. Hose Material<\/h2>\n
3. Variation in Hose and Cover Quality<\/h2>\n
4. Hose Size<\/h2>\n
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5. Manufacturer Support<\/h2>\n
Get Hoses and Couplings for Heavy Equipment at Carolina Cat\u00ae<\/h2>\n