Wabco 8938200054 Bulkhead Through Fitting

Description

The Wabco 8938200054 Bulkhead Through Fitting is a critical component within air brake systems, designed to provide a secure and leak-proof connection through a vehicle's bulkhead. This fitting is commonly used in heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and buses to connect air lines, ensuring proper functionality of the braking system. Engineered to OE specification, this fitting delivers exceptional durability and reliability, maintaining consistent performance under demanding conditions. It measures 22 x 22 x 29 mm and features 3/8 18NPTF and M16 x 1.5 threads.

Key Features & Benefits

This little piece basically connects air lines running through a metal wall – think of the frame of your truck, or a crossmember. It’s a straight – through connector, designed to maintain an airtight seal as the line passes from one side of that wall to the other. It usually has threads on both ends, so you can screw in your air lines securely. They come in different sizes to match the diameter of the air lines you’re using. In your truck or trailer, these are most common in the air brake system. They’ll connect the lines that run from the air compressor, the air tanks, to the brake chambers on the wheels. Sometimes you'll see them used for other pneumatic systems too, like lift axles or suspension setups. Essentially, any time an air line needs to pass through a structural part of the vehicle, you’ll likely find one of these.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, the air brake system relies on absolutely airtight connections. This fitting acts like a shield, preventing air leaks. Even a small leak can reduce braking power, and that’s obviously dangerous. You’ll notice if one of these starts to fail because you might hear a hissing sound, or you could have trouble building up air pressure in the system. It's a small part, but vital to safety. We carry a good range of these – you can even find a lot of options at places like Fixparts Online if you want to browse. Getting the right size and material is important, so just double check your old one or the specifications for your system.

Warranty Information

Wabco Bulkhead Through Fitting (MPN 8938200054) comes with a 1-year warranty.