Wabco 8938000022 Fitting

Description

This Wabco fitting is a crucial component within air brake systems, designed to connect tubing and maintain secure connections. It's commonly used in commercial vehicles and trailers to ensure reliable brake function. This fitting meets OE specifications, delivering enhanced durability and performance. Its dimensions are 21 x 22 x 38 mm, and it features a M16 x 1.5 thread and accepts 12 x 1.5 tubing. The wrench size is 22.0 mm and the MPN is 8938000022.

Key Features & Benefits

These fittings connect the air lines in your air brake system. Seems simple, right? But it’s a bit more than just a connector. They have to create an airtight seal, handle the pressure from the air compressor – sometimes quite a bit of pressure – and withstand a lot of vibration from the road. Different fittings will do slightly different things – some are straight connectors, some are elbows to change direction, some have ports for gauges or controls. Basically, they manage the flow of compressed air throughout the system. In your truck or trailer, the air brake system is obviously critical. These fittings are a small part of that, but a vital one. They’re the links in the chain, ensuring the pressurized air gets to the brake chambers at each wheel. Without that air pressure delivered reliably, you won’t have effective braking. Think of them as little gatekeepers making sure everything stays sealed and the air flows where it needs to.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

It’s honestly pretty straightforward. A leaky fitting – even a tiny one – can cause a loss of air pressure, and that impacts your stopping power. You’ll notice if you have a major leak, of course – a hissing sound, maybe even the brake warning light coming on. But small leaks can be harder to detect, and they gradually reduce your braking efficiency. They can also cause corrosion within the system over time. It’s a safety thing, plain and simple. A good fitting acts like a shield, keeping moisture and dirt out, and air in when it’s supposed to be.

Warranty Information

Wabco Fitting (MPN 8938000022) comes with a 1-year warranty.