Resources
Technical Guides, Not Marketing Copy
Identify a fitting, cross-reference a thread, or check a hardness grade — built for people in the field with calipers, not a sales pitch.
Technical Library
16 Guides, Two Categories
Straight from the manufacturers — Eaton Weatherhead’s hose and fitting documentation, and Brighton-Best’s fastener reference posters. All free to download.
Hose & Accessories — Eaton Weatherhead
Hose Selection ChartFull hose series cross-reference by pressure, temp, and application.
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Fitting IdentificationThread comparison charts — NPT, JIC, BSPP, metric, and more.
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Fluid Ports & Connectors IDAmerican, ISO, German, French, British & Japanese connection standards.
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Conversion ChartInch-fraction, decimal, and millimeter lookup table.
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Numbering SystemsDecode Weatherhead part numbers for fittings and assemblies.
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Hose InstallationEight best practices — bend radius, strain relief, and more.
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Hose Failure AnalysisTen diagnosed failure modes, each with problem and solution.
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Tubing SelectionSizing methodology, wall thickness, and safety factor tables.
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ABS Qualified HosesAmerican Bureau of Shipping-qualified hose reference for marine use.
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Fasteners — Brighton-Best International
Socket ScrewsCap screw and set screw types, tensile and hardness charts.
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ScrewsFull drive, head, and thread taxonomy with hardness tables.
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RivetsBlind rivet material combinations, head styles, and sizing.
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Imperial vs. MetricGrade-to-class cross-reference and thread pitch tables.
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FinishesTwelve plating and coating types with salt-spray ratings.
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Drilling & Cutting ToolsDrill bit types, sizing chart, and HSS chemistry comparison.
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AnchorsFifteen-plus anchor types with base-material selection guide.
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More on the Way
Educational Content, Coming Soon
We’re building out ongoing guides on reducing downtime, simplifying MRO procurement, and getting more out of a VMI program. Check back, or ask your rep directly.
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