Wabco 8938311820 Elbow Fitting

Description

The Wabco 8938311820 is an elbow fitting used within air brake systems to connect tubing and facilitate the flow of compressed air. These fittings are crucial components in maintaining a safe and responsive braking system for commercial vehicles. This OE specification fitting is 30 x 22 x 44 mm and features a tube diameter of 12 x 1.5. Its robust construction ensures durability and leak-free operation, contributing to enhanced system reliability and performance.

Key Features & Benefits

These little guys basically connect sections of air line together, but with a bend. Think of it like plumbing for your brakes. They allow you to route the air lines cleanly and efficiently around other components under the hood. They’ll have threads on each end so they screw into the air lines and other fittings, and a tight seal is really key. You’ll find different degrees of bend – 45, 90, even some sharper ones – depending on where you need to make the turn in the system. In your air brake system, these fittings are crucial for directing compressed air from the compressor to all the important bits – the brake chambers at the wheels, the air governor, things like that. It’s a closed system, so every connection needs to hold pressure. It’s not just one fitting failing, but a series of leaks that can really cause issues.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, air brakes rely on consistent air pressure. If you have a leak anywhere in the system – and these fittings are a common place for them to develop over time due to corrosion or just general wear and tear – you’re reducing the braking power. A small leak might just cause a slow drop in pressure over time, but a bigger one could really impact your ability to stop. You’ll notice if you’re having to apply the brakes harder than usual, or if the brakes feel spongy. It's a safety thing, plain and simple. We carry a good selection of these, and you can often find exactly what you need on a site like Fixparts Online. Getting the right size and thread type is key, so double check your existing fitting before ordering.

Warranty Information

Wabco Elbow Fitting (MPN 8938311820) comes with a 1-year warranty.