Wabco 8938202342 Straight Hose Coupling

Description

The Wabco 8938202342 Straight Hose Coupling is a critical component used within air brake systems to connect air lines. This coupling facilitates the transfer of compressed air, ensuring reliable brake functionality in commercial vehicles and trailers. Designed to meet OE specifications, this coupling offers a secure and leak-proof connection, contributing to enhanced safety and system efficiency. It measures 27 x 27 x 83 mm and features M22 x 1.5 threading, supporting tube diameters of 11 x 3.5 mm and 15 mm, with a wrench size of 27 mm.

Key Features & Benefits

This little piece basically connects sections of air brake hose together. It’s a simple connection point. It uses a threaded design, so you tighten it down and it creates a secure, airtight seal between the hoses. It’s really just a joining piece, allowing you to make a continuous air line. In your air brake system, this is part of the network that delivers compressed air to the brakes – to the air bags that actually stop the vehicle. It's used anywhere you need to join two sections of that air line. You’ll find them along the length of the air lines, connecting various components like the air compressor, the air dryer, the brake chambers and so on. It’s not a flashy part, but it’s everywhere in that system.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, your air brakes absolutely rely on a completely sealed system. If you have even a tiny leak anywhere, it reduces the air pressure and seriously impacts your braking ability. This coupling acts like a shield, preventing air from escaping at that connection point. You’ll notice if one of these starts to fail because you’ll likely get a noticeable air leak – you'll hear hissing, or your air pressure gauge might drop faster than usual. It's a small part, but a failing one can create a big safety issue. We carry a good selection of these at Fixparts Online, and it’s always smart to have a few spares on hand, especially if you’re doing a full brake system service.

Warranty Information

Wabco Straight Hose Coupling (MPN 8938202342) comes with a 1-year warranty.