Hydraulic Fitting Materials

Carbon steel
Carbon steel consists of iron and carbon. Generally, Topa’s fittings are made of carbon steel, and this material is the most popular one for hydraulic fittings.
This kind of material has several advantages:
※ Easy to process
※ Resistance to wear and tear
※ Suitable price
※ Wide range of use
※ Environmentally friendly
Brass
Brass consists of copper and zinc. The quality of brass for hydraulic fittings is great, and the advantages are particularly significant.
※ Corrosion resistance
※ Ductility
※ Thermal conductivity
※ Low friction


Stainless steel
Stainless steel consists of chromium and iron. Stainless steel hydraulic fittings can be more expensive compared to other metal fittings, but the availability is higher.
Benefits of stainless steel:
※ Non-corrosive
※ Durable
※ High cleanability
※ High strength