RING-RETAINING 3P0896 - Caterpillar

SEBF8176-01
September 2000
SMCS Code: 5057
GUIDELINE FOR
REUSABLE PARTS
AND SALVAGE OPERATIONS
Reusable Couplings For Caterpillar XT-3, XT-5, and XT-6 Hose
Summary of Revisions
Page Description
All Revised format.
Contents
Introduction 1
Summary 2
Nomenclature for Hose Coupling 2
Coupling Identification 3
Reconditioning Procedures 3
General Information 3
Reconditioning the Flange Head 4
Reconditioning Specifications 4
Flange Head Couplings 4
Face Seal Couplings 5
Visual Inspection 5
Head 7
Outside Stem 8
Inside Stem 9
Collet 10
Sleeve 10
Introduction
This guideline enables dealers and their customers to benefit from cost reductions made possible through an established parts reusability and salvage program. Every effort has been made to provide the most current and relevant information known to Caterpillar Inc. Since the Company makes ongoing changes and improvements to its products, this guideline must be used with the latest technical information available from Caterpillar to ensure such changes and improvements are incorporated where applicable.
For questions or additional information concerning this guideline, contact Caterpillar Service Support Division, Dealer Support (309) 675-5156.
Summary
XT-3, XT-5, and XT-6 reusable hose couplings can be reused many times as long as they are not damaged in certain areas. The only repair method that applies to hose couplings are light deburring. This guideline presents reconditioning procedures, specifications, and visual examples of various "Use again" and "Do not use again" conditions.
For the proper assembly procedures for reusable hose couplings, refer to Special Instructions, SEHS7957, "Use of 6V-4900 Hydraulic Hose Service Press Arrangement".
Nomenclature for Hose Couplings
Illustration 1
Coupling Nomenclature. See Chart A.
Chart A
Coupling Nomenclature
Item Description
1 Flange Head
2 Ring Groove Land
3 Outside Stem
4 Collet
5 Fingers
6 Inside Stem ?
7 Stem Taper
8 Grip Grooves
9 Swivel Nut
10 Seal FaceCoupling Identification