Wabco 8938601442 Joint

Description

This joint, manufactured by Wabco with MPN 8938601442, is a critical component within air brake systems. It's designed for use in connecting air lines, ensuring secure and leak-free operation of the braking system. This joint meets OE specification, providing a reliable and durable connection for commercial vehicle air brake lines. Its dimensions are 19 x 38 x 63 mm, and it features tube diameters of 8 mm. The wrench size is 17mm. This ensures consistent performance and simplifies maintenance procedures.

Key Features & Benefits

This little piece connects sections of the air line in your air brake system. It’s basically a connector, allowing you to join tubing or hose together securely. It's designed to handle the pressurized air that operates your brakes, so it needs to be strong and leak – proof. Different joints will handle different line sizes and angles, so getting the right one is important. Think of your air brake system as the heart of stopping power for a lot of bigger vehicles – trucks, buses, trailers, that sort of thing. This joint is a small but vital part of that system. It ensures the air pressure gets where it needs to go – to the brake chambers – so your brakes engage properly. Without these secure connections, you’d have air leaks and reduced braking performance. It’s part of a network of lines and fittings all working together.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

It’s important because any leak in your air brake system is a safety hazard, plain and simple. Even a small leak can reduce your stopping ability, and that’s something you absolutely don’t want to mess with. These joints act like a shield, preventing those leaks and keeping everything sealed up tight. You’ll notice if one fails because you’ll likely hear a hiss of air, or your brakes might feel spongy. It's an inexpensive part to replace, compared to the potential cost of dealing with brake failure. You can find these fairly easily, places like Fixparts Online often carry a good selection. Replacing a failing joint is a relatively straightforward repair, but it’s essential to do it right.

Warranty Information

Wabco Joint (MPN 8938601442) comes with a 1-year warranty.