Aerospace fittings are engineered for high-performance and high-pressure environments. While most people associate them with rockets and satellites, their components are used in various systems. You’ll likely find them in aircraft mechanics, inside the airport, and in many other industries.
Hy-Lok provides Canadian industries with wholesale components as more industries need aerospace-grade systems. Keep reading for an overview of the ways you can use aerospace fittings.
Inside An Aircraft
In order for your air travel experience to run smoothly, internal systems are required to withstand intense environments. These are some of the areas on a plane where you’ll find aerospace fittings.
Lavatory and potable water systems
Leak-proof fittings are used for pressurized waterlines in commercial aircraft. Hy-Lok’s components are made of high-tensile 316-grade stainless steel, which is resistant to corrosion and designed to be lightweight and compact.
Environmental control systems
Maintaining cabin pressure and temperatures in flight requires precise fluid and gas flow. High-pressure fittings are designed for pressure up to 10,000psi and can be customized for specific applications.
Landing gear and hydraulic actuation
You’ll likely see stainless steel tubing in the landing gear. JIC fittings are best for high loads and areas with constant vibration. The Hy-lok SAE J514 fitting for the hydraulics is well suited for these extreme conditions. It is flared to keep it securely attached and resists loosening and potential leaking due to vibrations.
Fuel, oxygen, and inerting lines
Hy-Lok’s stainless steel fittings ensure a tight seal and leak-free transfer of fluids and gases. This is necessary for both engine performance and all onboard safety systems.
The Growing Aerospace Industry
As system pressures increase, industrial and research sectors turn to aerospace-grade fittings for reliability. Safety is critical in these environments; a single leak can cause dangerous system failures. Fittings that withstand heat, pressure, and vibration are essential to maintaining and ensuring safety. It is becoming more common to see “aerospace-grade” as a benchmark for the performance of certain fluid system designs.
Hy-Lok Canada Supplies Aerospace Fittings
Hy-Lok’s SAE and JIC fittings are produced to standards ideal for aerospace and are also applicable in several industries, including systems inside airports. Hy-lok guarantees leak-proof performance, with vibration and corrosion resistance. We supply wholesale across Canada with local support near our distribution centers.
Aerospace fittings support more than spaceflight– they power precision on the ground and in the air. We are seeing a growing demand across various industries, and they’re looking for trusted local suppliers. Hy-Lok Canada delivers aerospace-grade fittings with reliability and regional support.
Are you interested in working with Hy-Lok Canada? Contact us today to learn how Hy-Lok’s aerospace fittings can benefit your industry.