DELPHI FITTINGS
Product Overview
Tee adapter connecting two female JIC swivel/tubes on the run and one female BSPT port on the branch. This product is supplied for BSPT threaded hydraulic and fluid-transfer connections when the correct configuration, material, and mating components have been selected.
Key Features & Specifications
| Material | High-Grade Carbon Steel (12L14 / 1144 / 1045 Forging) |
|---|---|
| Surface Finish | Trivalent Zinc Electroplating (ASTM B633 Type II / Fe/Zn 8), 360+ Hours Salt Spray to White Rust (ASTM B117) |
| Operating Temperature | -65°F to +250°F (-54°C to +121°C) with standard Buna-N seals / NBR; up to +400°F (+204°C) with optional Viton (FKM) |
| Thread Standard | BSPT (R / Rc) Tapered Pipe Thread per ISO 7-1, BS 21 (1:16 Taper) |
| Sealing Mechanism | 55° Whitworth Thread Interference Fit (PTFE Tape / Anaerobic Sealant recommended) |
| Media Compatibility | Petroleum-based hydraulic fluids, mineral oils, water-glycol, fuel, and synthetic lubricants |
| Manufacturing Standards | ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management with lot traceability |
Commonly Available Sizes (Part #9163 Series)
Delphi Fittings manufactures standard and custom dash sizes for Part 9163. Engineering specifications, dimensions, and thread/flange sizes are detailed below:
| Delphi Part # | End 1 (JIC 37° Male) | End 2 (BSPT Male Thread) | Body Hex Size | Sealing Interface |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9163-04-02 | 7/16"-20 JIC (-04) | 1/8"-28 BSPT (-02) | 12 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
| 9163-04-04 | 7/16"-20 JIC (-04) | 1/4"-19 BSPT (-04) | 14 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
| 9163-06-04 | 9/16"-18 JIC (-06) | 1/4"-19 BSPT (-04) | 17 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
| 9163-06-06 | 9/16"-18 JIC (-06) | 3/8"-19 BSPT (-06) | 19 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
| 9163-08-06 | 3/4"-16 JIC (-08) | 3/8"-19 BSPT (-06) | 22 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
| 9163-08-08 | 3/4"-16 JIC (-08) | 1/2"-14 BSPT (-08) | 22 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
| 9163-10-08 | 7/8"-14 JIC (-10) | 1/2"-14 BSPT (-08) | 24 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
| 9163-12-12 | 1-1/16"-12 JIC (-12) | 3/4"-14 BSPT (-12) | 27 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
| 9163-16-16 | 1-5/16"-12 JIC (-16) | 1"-11 BSPT (-16) | 36 mm | 37° Flare x 55° Taper Thread |
Need non-standard dash sizes, special step-down combinations, alternative port configurations, or special material grades (AISI 316 Stainless / Brass)? Delphi manufactures custom components to client blueprints.
Specific Applications & Hydraulic Circuit Routing
Part 9163 fittings provide reliable fluid power conveyance in demanding mobile and stationary equipment circuits:
- Tapered Port Hydraulic Manifolds: Provides high-strength fluid conveyance into tapered British pipe ports on stationary hydraulic presses and fluid transfer circuits.
- Pneumatics & Compressed Air Distribution: Widely implemented in plant pneumatic headers, air compressor discharge lines, and automation tooling manifolds.
- Agricultural Implements & Irrigation Machinery: Robust mechanical pipe thread connections for tillage equipment, chemical spraying booms, and high-flow utility circuits.
- Process Equipment & Industrial Pumping: Ensures positive flank sealing on pump casings, water-glycol heat exchangers, and industrial fluid processing machinery.
Installation & Assembly Guidance
- Thread Sealant Application: Apply 2 to 3 wraps of quality PTFE tape in the direction of thread rotation starting 1-2 threads back from the nose, or use high-performance anaerobic liquid sealant.
- Hand-Start Cleanly: Thread the BSPT male fitting into the tapered port by hand for 2 to 3 full turns to verify correct pitch engagement without cross-threading.
- Tighten with Wrench (TFFT): Wrench-tighten 2 to 3 Turns From Finger Tight (TFFT). For elbow and tee orientations, position the component within this torque window without backing off.
Why Source Part 9163 from Delphi Fittings?
- Precision CNC Machining: Every Part 9163 is manufactured on multi-axis CNC turn-mill machining centers from solid cold-drawn barstock, guaranteeing thread precision and perpendicular sealing shoulders.
- ASTM B117 Superior Corrosion Resistance: All Delphi steel fittings receive premium trivalent zinc plating exceeding 360 hours to white rust under salt spray testing, far outlasting standard commercial plating.
- 100% Optical & Thread Gauge Inspection: Thread pitch diameters, runout tolerances, and sealing surfaces are verified using hardened Go/No-Go calibrated thread gauges and optical vision sorting.
- OEM Container-Load & Stocking Support: Factory-direct pricing from our ISO 9001:2015 certified Yuhuan facility with full Mill Test Reports (MTR) and custom packaging for North American distributors.
Get a Quote for Part 9163 - JIC Male x JIC Male x BSPT Male Run Tee
Direct OEM container-load and distributor replenishment pricing, complete material test reports (MTR), and inspection samples available upon inquiry. Connect with our engineering sales team for rapid quotations and delivery schedules.
Complementary & Mating Hydraulic Fittings
Commonly paired with Part 9163 in hydraulic valve manifolds, power units, and industrial fluid power circuits:
