The Danfoss Waltech S Series (Heavy Duty) is engineered for high-pressure hydraulic systems where performance and safety are critical. Built to DIN 2353 / ISO 8434-1 standards and enhanced with the Guardian Seal corrosion-resistant coating, these fittings offer long service life even in demanding industrial, mobile, and marine environments. With the standard bite-type design, S Series fittings handle up to 630 bar (size dependent). When paired with the WalringPlus soft-seal cutting ring, working pressure capability increases to 800 bar—making them ideal for extreme applications with pulsating pressures or high vibration.
Key Technical Overview
Duty Class: Heavy Duty (S Series)
Tube Outer Diameter Range: 6 mm – 38 mm OD
Typical Pressure Ratings (Metal Seal): 6–16 mm OD → up to 630 bar, 20–25 mm OD → up to 400 bar, 30–38 mm OD → up to 250 bar
Typical Pressure Ratings (WalringPlus Soft Seal): Up to 800 bar (depending on tube size)
Base Material: Mild carbon steel (low-carbon steel)
Coating: Guardian Seal zinc-based, Cr(VI)-free corrosion protection
Standards: Manufactured to DIN 2353 and compliant with ISO 8434-1
Design: Supplied complete with cutting ring and nut; bite-type connection
Seal Type: Metal-to-metal bite seal (standard) or soft-seal (WalringPlus)
Applications
The S Series Heavy Duty fittings are used in some of the most demanding hydraulic systems in the world:
High-Pressure Industrial Systems – Metal presses, steelworks, injection moulding machines, and forging lines.
Oil & Gas and Wellhead Equipment – Blowout preventers, subsea hydraulic control panels, and high-integrity connectors.
Marine & Offshore – Winch drives, steering hydraulics, and deck machinery subject to saltwater exposure.
Heavy Construction & Mining Machinery – Hydraulic breakers, rock drills, excavators, and tunnelling equipment.
Energy & Power Generation – Hydro turbine actuators, ESD (Emergency Shut Down) systems, and wind turbine pitch controls.
Why Choose S Series for These Applications?
Pressure capability up to 800 bar with WalringPlus soft-seal cutting rings.
Fully compliant with DIN 2353 / ISO 8434-1 for global interchangeability.
Proven bite-type seal integrity under vibration and pulsating loads.
Guardian Seal coating for enhanced corrosion resistance.
Suitable for both static and dynamic high-pressure hydraulic circuits.
Fitting Types & Descriptions
Equal Straight Connector: Connects two tubes of equal OD in a straight run; designed for high-pressure rigidity.
Male Stud Coupling: Joins metric tube to female-threaded components (BSPP, metric, NPT) in extreme-pressure systems.
Equal Elbow (90°): Enables directional change in high-pressure tubing runs while maintaining flow integrity.
Tee Connector (Equal / Reducing): Branches hydraulic flow into multiple circuits; ideal for heavy-duty manifolds.
Bulkhead Connector: Routes hydraulic lines through structural panels while maintaining system pressure integrity.
Swivel Connectors: Allows rotational flexibility during assembly and maintenance, reducing strain on tubing.
End Cap / Plug: Safely seals system ports or tube ends for maintenance, testing, or storage.
Reducers / Adapters: Joins different tube diameters or thread types while maintaining pressure capability.
Assembly Guide – S Series (Heavy Duty)
Follow these steps for safe, leak-free installation:
Prepare the Tube
Cut square using a tube cutter or fine-tooth saw.
Deburr inside and outside edges.
Ensure the tube end is clean and free from surface damage.
Fit Components
Slide the nut onto the tube, followed by the cutting ring.
Push the tube into the fitting body until it seats fully against the internal shoulder.
Initial Tightening
Hand-tighten until the nut is snug.
Using a wrench, tighten according to DIN 2353 heavy-duty guidelines—typically 1 to 1.5 turns beyond finger-tight (refer to torque chart for exact size).
Check the Bite
Disassemble and inspect for a continuous indentation from the cutting ring around the tube circumference.
If the bite is complete, reassemble and tighten to the specified torque.
Final Installation
Fit the assembly into the system and apply final torque.
Avoid over-tightening, as this can damage the sealing surfaces.
Assembly Tips:
Always match tube material, hardness, and size to the fitting specification.
For stainless-steel tubes, pre-assembly with a dedicated tool is recommended.
Guardian Seal coating eliminates the need for lubrication during assembly.
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