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10 months ago
10 months ago
A #8 JIC (Joint Industry Council) fitting has a nominal size of 1/2 inch. This refers to the outer diameter of the tubing that the fitting is designed to connect, and it typically features a 3/4-16 UNF (Unified National Fine) thread. See full answer »
10 months ago
10 months ago
JIC stands for Joint Industry Council, which developed the standards for these fittings. JIC fittings are commonly used in hydraulic systems due to their high-pressure capabilities and reliable sealing, characterized by a 37-degree flare seating surface. See full answer »
9 months ago
9 months ago
To identify JIC fittings, first measure the outer diameter of the male thread or the inner diameter of the female thread using a caliper. Then, compare these measurements to a JIC thread size chart to determine the correct size, ensuring the fitting has a 37-degree flare angle, characteristic of JIC fittings. See full answer »
9 months ago
9 months ago
A #6 JIC fitting has a 9/16-18 thread size and is commonly used in hydraulic systems. The "6" refers to the fitting's dash size, which corresponds to the nominal size of 6/16 inches or 3/8 inches for the tube's outer diameter. See full answer »
9 months ago
9 months ago
9 months ago
JIC (Joint Industry Council) fittings are identified using a nomenclature that typically includes the size and type of the fitting, described by a dash number which corresponds to the size in sixteenths of an inch. For example, a -04 JIC fitting has a 1/4-inch diameter, and the fittings are defined by their 37-degree flare seating surface which provides a reliable, leak-proof connection. See full answer »
8 months ago
8 months ago
The standard for JIC (Joint Industry Council) fittings is defined by the SAE J514 specification. These fittings have a 37-degree flare seating surface, commonly used in hydraulic applications for providing a reliable, leak-proof seal. See full answer »
7 months ago
7 months ago
JIC (Joint Industry Council) fittings should be tightened to a point where they form a metal-to-metal seal without over-torquing, which could damage the fitting or cause leaks. Generally, hand-tighten the fitting, then use a wrench to further tighten it by approximately one to one and a half flats (hex sides) beyond hand-tight. Always refer to the manufacturer's specifications for precise torque values. See full answer »
5 months ago
5 months ago
JIC stands for "Joint Industry Council," and it refers to a type of thread standard commonly used in hydraulic fittings. JIC threads have a 37-degree flare seating surface, which provides a metal-to-metal seal for high-pressure applications. This standard is widely used due to its reliability and compatibility with various hydraulic systems. See full answer »
