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    Grease Fitting Size Identifiers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thread Size Identifiers. Grease Fitting Size Identifiers.
    Take the guesswork out of determining the thread type and size of a grease fitting. Screw the shank of a grease fitting into the labeled holes of these identifiers until you find the one that fits.
    For Use With
    For Thread Type
    For Thread
    Location
    For Thread Size
    For Screw
    Size
    For Pipe
    Size
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Thk.
    Each
    Inch/Metric
     
    Aluminum
    Grease FittingsNPT, SAE-LT, BSW, UNF, BSPT, BSF, MetricExternal3/16"-32, 1/4"-20, 1/4"-26, 1/4"-28, 5/16"-18, 5/16"-22, 5/16"-24, 3/8"-20, 3/8"-24, 1/2"-12,
    M6 × 0.75 mm, M6 × 1 mm, M8 × 1 mm, M8 × 1.25 mm, M10 × 1 mm, M10 × 1.5 mm
    1/8", 1/4"
    1/8, 1/4, 3/8
    8 1/2"3"1/4"6672N11000000
     

    Grease Fittings

    Thread these fittings into motors, bearings, engine blocks, and other machinery to create a lubrication point. They’re also known as hydraulic grease fittings.
    Straight with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Grease Fittings, Male, Straight.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—Zinc-plated steel fittings have mild corrosion resistance.
    Brass—Brass fittings resist corrosion better than zinc-plated steel fittings.
    303 Stainless Steel—303 stainless steel fittings are more corrosion resistant than brass fittings and have good chemical resistance.
    316 Stainless Steel—316 stainless steel fittings resist corrosion and chemicals better than 303 stainless steel fittings and can be used in saltwater environments.
    Ball Check Valve—Fittings with a check valve prevent grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants.
    Pkg.
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Hex Size,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 0.75 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel155.55.591,450BallDIN 71412101095K1090000000000
     
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel155.65.698,000BallDIN 71412101105K7200000000
    Zinc-Plated Steel18.58.58.591,450BallDIN 71412101095K11100000000
    Brass155.55.5910,000BallDIN 7141253088K2600000000
    303 Stainless Steel155.85.898,000Ball12250K1400000000
    316 Stainless Steel155.55.591,450BallDIN 7141214315N1300000000
     
    M8 × 1.25 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel155.85.898,000BallDIN 71412101105K8100000000
    Brass155.55.5910,000BallDIN 7141253088K2700000000
    303 Stainless Steel155.85.898,000Ball12250K2100000000
    316 Stainless Steel155.55.591,450BallDIN 7141214315N1400000000
     
    90° Elbow with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Grease Fittings, Male, 90° Elbow.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—Zinc-plated steel fittings have mild corrosion resistance.
    Brass—Brass fittings resist corrosion better than zinc-plated steel fittings.
    303 Stainless Steel—303 stainless steel fittings are more corrosion resistant than brass fittings and have good chemical resistance.
    Ball Check Valve—Fittings with a check valve prevent grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants.
    Pkg.
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Hex Size,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 0.75 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel185.55.591,450BallDIN 71412101095K126000000000000
     
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel185.55.598,000BallDIN 71412101105K770000000000
    Brass185.55.5910,000BallDIN 7141213088K3500000000
    303 Stainless Steel185.65.698,000Ball12250K1600000000
     
    M8 × 1.25 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel185.65.698,000Ball101105K850000000000
    Brass185.55.5910,000BallDIN 7141233088K390000000000
    303 Stainless Steel185.55.598,000Ball12250K2300000000
     
    67° Elbow with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Grease Fittings, 67° Elbow, Male.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—Zinc-plated steel fittings have mild corrosion resistance.
    Ball Check Valve—Fittings with a check valve prevent grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants.
    Pkg.
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Hex Size,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel20.55.55.591,450BallDIN 71412101095K134000000000000
     
    M8 × 1.25 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel20.55.55.591,450BallDIN 71412101095K1350000000000
     
    45° Elbow with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Grease Fittings, 45° Elbow, Male.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—Zinc-plated steel fittings have mild corrosion resistance.
    Brass—Brass fittings resist corrosion better than zinc-plated steel fittings.
    303 Stainless Steel—303 stainless steel fittings are more corrosion resistant than brass fittings and have good chemical resistance.
    Ball Check Valve—Fittings with a check valve prevent grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants.
    Pkg.
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Hex Size,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 0.75 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel23.55.55.591,450BallDIN 71412101095K14300000000000
     
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel235.55.598,000BallDIN 71412101105K750000000000
    Brass23.55.55.5910,000BallDIN 7141253088K280000000000
    303 Stainless Steel225.65.698,000Ball32250K150000000000
     
    M8 × 1.25 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel235.65.698,000Ball101105K830000000000
    Brass23.55.55.5910,000BallDIN 7141213088K3400000000
    303 Stainless Steel225.55.598,000Ball12250K2200000000
     
    90° Wye with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Grease Fittings, Male, 90° Wye Angle, Wye.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—Zinc-plated steel fittings have mild corrosion resistance.
    Ball Check Valve—Fittings with a check valve prevent grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants.
    Pkg.
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Square
    Size, mm
    Check Valve
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel185.55.51,4509BallDIN 7141251095K153000000000000
     
    M8 × 1.25 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel185.55.51,4509BallDIN 7141251095K1540000000000
     

    Grease Fitting Adapters

    When the size or thread type of a fitting doesn't match an existing opening, use these adapters to make the connection.
    Straight
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fitting Adapters. Straight.
    UNF Thread—UNF threads are similar to threads on a machine screw or bolt. They require a sealant, such as an O-ring, to minimize leakage.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—Zinc-plated steel adapters have mild corrosion resistance.
    Brass—Brass adapters resist corrosion better than zinc-plated steel adapters.
    Connection
    Male
    Female
    Material
    Each
    Metric M8 × 1 mmUNF 1/4"-28Zinc-Plated Steel9006T2200000
    Metric M8 × 1 mmNPT 1/8Brass1303K33100000
    Metric M8 × 1 mmBSPT 1/8Brass1303K33200000
    Metric M8 × 1.25 mmNPT 1/8Brass1303K33300000
     

    Button Head Grease Fittings

    Often used on earth movers, mining equipment, and other heavy machinery, these fittings have a T-shaped top that holds the dispensing tip in place so it won’t pop off when adding grease. They're best for machinery requiring high volumes of grease because they let more grease pass through than standard grease fittings, thanks to a larger opening. An integral check valve prevents grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants.
    Straight with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Button Head Grease Fittings, Male, Straight.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—Zinc-plated steel fittings have mild corrosion resistance.
    303 Stainless Steel—303 stainless steel fittings are more corrosion resistant than zinc-plated steel fittings and have good chemical resistance.
    Each
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Hex Size,
    mm
    Head Dia.,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel146611101,450BallDIN 34041094K730000000000
    Zinc-Plated Steel1766171610,000BallDIN 34042443K4100000000
    303 Stainless Steel1766171610,000BallDIN 34042443K570000000000
     
    M8 × 1.25 mm Metric Thread
    Zinc-Plated Steel176617161,450BallDIN 34041094K3200000000
     

    Flush-Style Grease Fittings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Flush-Style Grease Fittings, Male, Straight, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Flush-Style Grease Fittings, Male, Straight, Style D.

    Male

    Straight

    Style C

    Male

    Straight

    Style D

    The nipple doesn't stick out, so these fittings fit in tight spaces and won't be damaged if something knocks into them. An integral check valve prevents grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants.
    Straight with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Flush-Style Grease Fittings, Male, Straight, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Flush-Style Grease Fittings, Male, Straight, Style D.

    Style C

    Style D

    Style C—Install Style C with a hex wrench.
    Style D—Install Styles A, B, and D with a slotted screwdriver.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—Zinc-plated steel fittings have mild corrosion resistance.
    Pkg.
    Style
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Slot Lg.,
    mm
    Hex Size,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    CZinc-Plated Steel9.56.56.5910,000BallDIN 340552421K320000000000
    DZinc-Plated Steel10101081,450BallDIN 3405510595K380000000000
     
    M8 × 1.25 mm Metric Thread
    CZinc-Plated Steel9.56.56.591,450BallDIN 3405510595K3900000000
     

    Self-Tapping Grease Fittings for Unthreaded Holes

    To fit securely in unthreaded holes, these fittings cut threads as they’re installed. Use a hex wrench to install. Fittings can be driven in, but then are not pressure rated. They're zinc-plated steel for mild corrosion resistance. All have an integral check valve that prevents grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants. These fittings are also known as hydraulic grease fittings.
    Straight with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Bottom orientation. Grease Fittings. Self-Tapping Grease Fittings for Unthreaded Holes, Straight with Male Thread.
    Pkg.
    For Hole
    Dia., mm
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Hex Size,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    7.6 to 7.7Zinc-Plated Steel155.55.5910,000Ball108742T120000000000
     
    90° Elbow with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Self-Tapping Grease Fittings for Unthreaded Holes, 90° Elbow with Male Thread.
    Pkg.
    For Hole
    Dia., mm
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Square
    Size, mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    7.6 to 7.7Zinc-Plated Steel185.55.5910,000Ball58742T1800000000000
     
    45° Elbow with Male Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Self-Tapping Grease Fittings for Unthreaded Holes, 45° Elbow with Male Thread.
    Pkg.
    For Hole
    Dia., mm
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Square
    Size, mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    7.6 to 7.7Zinc-Plated Steel205.55.5910,000Ball58742T15000000000000
     

    Self-Tapping Flush-Style Grease Fittings for Unthreaded Holes

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grease Fittings. Self-Tapping Flush-Style Grease Fittings for Unthreaded Holes.
    Ensure a secure fit in unthreaded holes—these fittings cut threads as they’re installed. Use them in tight spaces where protruding fittings won't work. Install with a hex wrench. Fittings can be driven in, but then are not pressure rated. They’re zinc-plated steel for mild corrosion resistance. An integral check valve prevents grease from leaking when pressure causes backward flow. The valve stays closed when not in use to keep out dirt and other contaminants.
    Pkg.
    For Hole
    Dia., mm
    Material
    Overall
    Ht., mm
    Shank Lg.,
    mm
    Thread
    Lg., mm
    Hex Size,
    mm
    Max. Pressure,
    psi
    Check Valve
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    1-9
    10-Up
    Straight with Male Thread
     
    M8 × 1 mm Metric Thread
    7.6 to 7.7Zinc-Plated Steel8.55.55.5910,000BallDIN 340532421K380000000000
     
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