Alemite B6278 Grease Swivel Adapter Hydraulic Coupler

Product Description

The ALEMITE B6278 is a 90-degree grease swivel adapter designed to simplify lubrication access on fittings that are difficult to reach with a straight coupler. The assembly includes a swivel hydraulic coupler (6509-D), allowing the technician to rotate the coupler head freely while maintaining a sealed grease connection. This reduces hose kinking and improves control when working in tight or awkward lubrication points. It is used in preventive maintenance work on heavy equipment, fleet vehicles, agricultural machinery, and industrial systems where grease zerks are recessed or angled in confined spaces. Installation and use requires no special tooling beyond a standard grease gun.

The B6278 is suited for fleet mechanics, equipment technicians, and maintenance professionals who perform routine chassis and bearing lubrication. The 90-degree swivel configuration is especially useful when fittings are mounted flush against a surface or inside a frame rail where a straight coupler cannot seat properly. The included 6509-D swivel hydraulic coupler is a recognized Alemite component, ensuring compatibility with standard grease gun hose fittings already in the field.

Key Features

• 90-degree swivel adapter provides access to recessed or angled grease fittings
• Includes Alemite swivel hydraulic coupler 6509-D for a complete ready-to-use assembly
• Swivel head rotates freely to reduce hose torque and improve coupling ease
• Sold individually, compatible with standard grease gun hose connections
• Compact form factor suited for confined lubrication points on equipment and vehicles

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style grease swivel adapter for use with standard hydraulic grease gun couplers and grease fittings (zerks) in automotive, fleet, agricultural, and industrial maintenance applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by maintenance technicians and fleet mechanics as part of routine lubrication service. Before attaching the coupler, relieve any residual pressure in the grease gun hose. Seat the coupler firmly onto the grease fitting before applying grease pressure to prevent blowoff. Inspect the swivel joint periodically for grease leakage or wear and replace the adapter if the swivel no longer rotates freely or the coupler fails to lock securely.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 0.65 pounds
• Angle: 90 degrees
• Includes: Swivel Hydraulic Coupler 6509-D
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 098468108901

Standard Information

• Brand: ALEMITE
• Manufacturer Part Number: B6278