Parker PT-00505 Bite-type Tube Swivel Connector 18mm 1/2 Bspp

Product Description

The PARKER PT-00505 is a flareless bite-type tube swivel connector designed for use in hydraulic and fluid conveyance systems requiring a reliable, vibration-resistant tube-to-port connection. The bite-type design eliminates the need for flaring the tube end, allowing the fitting sleeve to grip and seal directly onto the tube OD during assembly. This connector features an 18 mm tube outside diameter and a 1/2 BSPP (British Standard Parallel Pipe) threaded port. The swivel function allows the port end to rotate during installation, reducing tube stress and simplifying routing in tight assemblies. It is typically installed by hydraulic system technicians, industrial pipefitters, and fluid power specialists.

This fitting is suited for industrial fluid power and hydraulic plumbing applications where metric tube sizes and BSPP ported components are standard. The 18 mm tube OD and 1/2 BSPP thread combination is common in European-specification and ISO-standard hydraulic circuits found in mobile equipment, industrial machinery, and process systems. The swivel body accommodates final tightening and alignment without twisting the tube run, which is especially useful in multi-line manifold installations.

Key Features

• Flareless bite-type design grips the tube OD directly, no tube flaring required
• Swivel port end allows rotation during assembly to reduce tube stress and ease routing
• 18 mm tube outside diameter accommodates metric tube sizing per ISO standards
• 1/2 BSPP threaded port for connection to parallel-thread hydraulic ports and manifolds
• Packaged in quantity of 2 per package

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style fitting for hydraulic and fluid power systems using 18 mm OD metric tubing with 1/2 BSPP ported components. Consult system schematics to confirm tube wall thickness and pressure rating compatibility before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified hydraulic technician or pipefitter familiar with bite-type fitting assembly procedures. Depressurize and isolate the hydraulic circuit completely before removing or installing any fittings. Follow the fitting manufacturer assembly instructions for sleeve pre-setting and nut engagement turns, as improper bite-type assembly is a leading cause of fitting leakage. Verify that the tube OD and wall thickness are within the fitting manufacturer specifications prior to assembly.