Wabco 8939000332 Special Fitting

Description

This Wabco Special Fitting is a critical component used within Air Brake Systems, ensuring secure and reliable connections for optimal braking performance. It's designed for use in heavy-duty vehicles and trailers where robust and leak-free connections are paramount. This fitting meets OE specifications, guaranteeing compatibility and performance. Its dimensions are 43 x 80 x 276 mm, and it features a M16 x 1.5 thread. This component provides a durable and dependable solution for air brake system maintenance and repair.

Key Features & Benefits

This fitting basically connects sections of your air brake lines. It’s not just a simple connection though. It's designed to handle the pressurized air that runs your brakes—so it needs to be strong and leak – proof. It also has a specific design to allow for quick disconnects if needed, for servicing or repairs. Some of these also incorporate a check valve to maintain pressure in a certain part of the system. Think of it as a crucial link in the chain that stops your vehicle. Air brakes rely on consistent pressure, and this fitting ensures that pressure gets where it needs to go—to the brake chambers at the wheels. It's part of the whole system that makes it possible to safely and effectively slow down or stop. It’s usually found along the main air lines, or connecting to components like the air dryer or leveling valves.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, if this fitting fails, you’ll have a leak in your air brake system. You’ll notice if that happens—probably a hissing sound, and potentially a drop in your gauge pressure while driving. A leak means reduced braking power, and that’s obviously a safety issue. A small leak can become a big one quickly, so it's something you definitely want to address promptly. It's a relatively inexpensive part to replace compared to the cost of a potential accident. We carry a good selection of these at Fixparts Online, and I can help you find the right one for your setup. It’s the kind of thing that acts like a shield, protecting the whole braking system.

Warranty Information

Wabco Special Fitting (MPN 8939000332) comes with a 1-year warranty.