Fluid Power Design Solutions Ltd. Threadless Low Pressure Connector

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1 Fluid Power Design Solutions Ltd Threadless Low Pressure Connector

2 Threadless Low Pressure Connector

3 Threadless Low Pressure Connector

4 Connection Sequence

5 Connection Sequence

6 Pressure Ratings & Size Range Size Tube Minimum Burst Pressure Maximum Working Pressure Diameter Bar psi Bar psi 1/4" 8mm 400 5, ,450 3/8" 12mm 360 5, ,305 1/2" 15mm 300 4, ,090 5/8" 18mm 200 2, /4" 22mm 160 2, " 28mm 120 1, /4" 35mm 100 1, /2" 42mm 100 1,

7 Core Test Summary

8 Customer Application Testing Test Track: 200 hours Rotation Test: Equivalent 7 years operation Field Test: 800+ hours 400 hour tractor endurance test Impulse Test 5 million cycle 11 bar C Vibration Test Direction = Vertical Frequency = 10 to 120Hz Input level = 1.13grms Duration = 70hrs

9 The Surefit Clip Leak free 100% reliable connection every time Ensures the previous steps of the connection process have been completed correctly Provides clear visual indicator of completed connection Allows operator to quickly and easily recheck his work Allows rapid and reliable quality checks at line end Provides support to locking cap and safeguards against its accidental removal

10 The Surefit Clip at Volvo Application - Transmission oil cooler Previous threadless connector gave inconsistent connections TL with Surefit resolved connection reliability issues TL on production vehicles for over 5 years Approximately 370,000 trucks 1.5m Individual TL connections Zero accidental disconnections and zero leakage with the TL connection

11 Rigid Tube Tube forming removes need for brazing or welding Common design & components for flexible and rigid lines Allows use of thin wall tube Benefits of Surefit also applied to tube systems

12 Direct to Port Faster assembly times Reduces potential leak paths Eliminates the need for port adaptor adaptors Eliminates problems associated with mismatch material, (e.g. tightening a steel adaptor in to an aluminium radiator body)

13 Features Threadless Design Key Features & Benefits Benefits Eliminates over / under tightening Eliminates cross threading No assembly tools required Push-Fit Design with Surefit Soft Seal High Pressure Capabilities Fast & easy push fit connection in inaccessible areas like crowded valve blocks Self verifying 100% fail safe connection Fully serviceable Eliminates hose torsional stresses Improved sealing elastomeric seal Easy to replace seal Suitable for up to 150 degrees C Designed for application pressures up to 100 bar Tested to OEM requirements Proven in service

14 Features Direct to Port Option Key Features & Benefits Benefits Faster assembly Reduced number of leak paths Reduced problems associated with mismatch of materials Formed Rigid Tube and / or Flexible Hose Options Economics Environment Full port to port capability Eliminates the need for brazed / welded joints Easy connection for supplying composite assemblies Less assembly/installation time min. 60% saving Reduced or reassigned labour Reduced warranty, maintenance & downtime costs Less parts to stock Eliminates end of line leak busting and rework Reduced cost of ownership Increased customer satisfaction & loyalty Reduced oil leakage/spillage contamination Reduced environmental footprint

15 Some Current Applications Oil cooler lines (transmission & hydraulic) Pilot lines Air conditioning Fuel lines Lubrication Hydraulic low pressure & return lines

16 CNH Tractors

17 Scania Trucks

18 Volvo USA

19 The TL Solution Leak free 100% reliable connection every time Eliminates end of line leak busting Eliminates developed leaks at customer Direct to port capability Formed rigid tube capability Reduces assembly time / increased productivity Reduces component range and inventory Reduces cost of ownership / reduced downtime Reduces environmental footprint Free up design space and/or reduce machine size/weight