What kind of fittings are on brake lines?

There are two basic types of flares used on OEM automotive brake systems throughout the world. The SAE/double (inverted/45degree) flare and the DIN/ISO bubble flare. We will refer to them as SAE or DIN flare. The most common is the SAE flare.

Are brake line fittings universal?

Yes, brake lines are universal. As long as the brake lines for your vehicle have the proper sized fitting for attachment and the length is correct, the material is universal. There are a few options when it comes to the different types of brake lines.

What size fittings on brake lines?

Related – Compression Fittings for Brake Lines. Regarding the sizes, it usually uses the 3/16-inch tubing in brake systems. It uses a 3/8-24 inverted flare nut. If you see a brake line that has a size of 4.75 mm , it’s the same. Another is the ¼-inch brake tubing that may be used together with a 7/16-24 inverted flare nut.

What type metal tubing is used in the brake lines?

As for brake lines there are only three options that are appropriate-steel (usually with a tin coating to prevent rust), stainless steel (that is often polished), or NiCopp (seamless copper-nickel alloy tubing that is DOT approved for hydraulic brake systems). There are a couple of common misconceptions about brake lines.

What is a steel brake line?

Braided steel lines are a type of brake part that attempts to remedy some of the problems associated with solid steel brake lines. In a braided steel brake line, a soft brake line is encased in a mesh made of braided strips of steel. You can think of it as a long, thin steel basket.

What is a banjo fitting brake line?

A pair of banjo bolts as used in automotive braking. A banjo fitting (also called an internally relieved bolt) comprises a perforated hollow bolt and spherical union for fluid transfer. They are commonly found in automotive fuel, oil and hydraulic systems (e.g.: brakes and clutch). The pipe connected may be either rigid or a flexible hose.