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Re: Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape for Hydraulic Hoses?
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Posted by Erik in WI on September 14, 2006 at 18:11:15 from (65.162.45.85):
In Reply to: Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape for Hydraulic Hoses? posted by JayWalt on September 13, 2006 at 23:31:43:
I work for Canadian Pacific Railway as a Traveling Mechanic. All of our track mantainence equipment uses hydraulic power for work and travel, some times in excess of 5000 psi. So I guess this is my area of expertise. I use teflon tape, just remember to wrap it the right direction, stay 2 threads up from the bottom of the fitting, use 2 wraps at the most and don't overtighten it. Also, If you ever have the option of using O-Ring Boss fittings, USE THEM. They are far superior to pipe threads. Erik in WI
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