Hydraulic quick couplers are an important part of hydraulic
circuits in machinery and equipment used for many commercial and industrial
operations. The transportation industry, agricultural operations, oil and gas,
construction, Earth moving processes and many others require quick couplers to
power attachments and make quick changeovers safely. Hydraulic quick couplings and adapters are designed to
perform quick connect and disconnect procedures without the use of additional
tools and without leaking.
Hydraulic fittings under pressure must remain extremely
sound to prevent leakage at high pressure which is critical to prevent environmental
contamination and safety risks for workers.
Hydraulic fluid can be extremely dangerous to operators if exposed
during leaks and may cause catastrophic accidents.
How to Maintain Quick
Couplers for Cost Saving Benefits
Choosing high quality quick couplers is a wise investment as
this reduces the chance of work accidents, equipment downtime and the costs for
replacement parts. Improper maintenance,
however, may cause accelerated wear and compromise the productivity and
efficiency of equipment. Be sure to use quick couplers according the technical
data sheet and carry out maintenance activities as directed by the
manufacturer.
Here are the most important quick
coupler maintenance and cleaning tips to keep your hydraulic
fittings in tip top shape for optimal performance:
1) Avoid using in
tools on quick couplers that will cause damage
Quick couplers are designed to operate without additional
tools as the appropriate internal mechanisms are designed to control pressure
and residual pressure. Therefore, the
use of tools may cause a release of pressure that can lead to environmental
contamination and safety risks.
2) Use protective
caps and clean connection zones
A little maintenance goes a long way to prolong the life and
effective performance of your quick couplers.
Use protective caps and clean the coupling zones prior to use for long
term durability and high performance.
3) Perform the following maintenance checks:
Regular maintenance checks at periodic intervals will help
to prevent complications and failures.
Perform the following recommended maintenance checks regularly:
● Thoroughly
clean all external components
● Test
coupling and decoupling
● Lubricate
coupling zones with compatible grease or oil
● Check
the seal when coupled and decoupled
● Check
for contamination of hydraulic circuit
● Check
for proper torque of all adapters
4) Replace quick couplers when needed
Replace quick couplers when needed to avoid equipment
downtime and disruption to daily operations.
Stucchi Provides
Hydraulic Quick Connect Solutions
Stucchi is a leading hydraulic quick coupler supplier with
more than 60 years of experience designing and manufacturing high quality,
reliable quick couplers. We excel with
process analysis and custom designed solutions to meet your specific
requirements. Our quick connect solutions are delivered with
guidance and instructions for proper care and maintenance to achieve maximum
results.
Stucchi offers
educational and informative resources as well as troubleshooting of problematic
quick connect processes. We provide high
quality quick couplings with exceptional customer service for failsafe, leak
free hydraulic connections. Contact us
for more information on selecting and maintaining your hydraulic quick
couplers.
