Three-Way ORFS Connection for Hydraulic Systems
When a hydraulic circuit needs to connect three ORFS lines at one point, the FS2603 Union Tee provides a purpose-built solution.
Its three-way configuration can be used to connect hydraulic lines, create a branch within a circuit, or organize fluid routing around equipment components. This can help simplify the assembly compared with building a tee connection from multiple individual adapters.
Male ORFS Connections on All Three Ports
The FS2603 is designed with Male ORFS connections on all three ports, making it suitable for hydraulic assemblies using compatible ORFS tube or hose connections.
Because all three connection points use the same ORFS system, the fitting provides a straightforward way to build a consistent ORFS hydraulic connection.
O-Ring Face Seal for Reliable Hydraulic Sealing
The O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) design provides the sealing interface required for demanding hydraulic applications.
The flat-face configuration uses an O-ring to create the seal between compatible ORFS connections. Proper sizing, alignment, clean sealing surfaces, and correct installation are important for dependable performance.
For maintenance or replacement, inspect the sealing surfaces and O-rings before assembly to help maintain connection integrity.
Designed for High-Pressure Hydraulic Service
The FS2603 is intended for high-pressure hydraulic applications, with Gear House listing working pressures up to 6,000 PSI depending on tube and fitting size. The product is also specified for applications containing continuous mechanical shock.
Always select the fitting size and configuration according to the requirements of the complete hydraulic system.
Steel Construction for Demanding Equipment
The FS2603 collection is listed with steel construction, making it suitable for demanding fluid-power applications.
Its robust three-way configuration is useful in hydraulic equipment where fittings may experience vibration, pressure cycling, and mechanical loads during operation.
Equal and Reducing ORFS Configurations
One of the advantages of the FS2603 series is the availability of different size combinations. The Gear House collection includes both equal-size union tees and reducing configurations, allowing the fitting to accommodate different ORFS line sizes within the same assembly.
Current configurations include:
- FS2603-04-04-04
- FS2603-06-06-06
- FS2603-06-06-08
- FS2603-08-06-08
- FS2603-08-08-08
- FS2603-10-10-10
- FS2603-12-12-12
- FS2603-12-12-16
- FS2603-16-16-16
- FS2603-20-20-20
- FS2603-24-24-24
The collection provides size categories from 1/4" through 1-1/2", giving you options for different hydraulic line requirements.
Where FS2603 ORFS Union Tees Are Used
The FS2603 is suited for hydraulic systems that require a three-way ORFS connection.
Common applications include:
- Construction equipment
- Mobile hydraulic machinery
- Agricultural equipment
- Industrial hydraulic systems
- Hydraulic manifolds
- Heavy-duty fluid-power equipment
- Manufacturing machinery
- OEM hydraulic assemblies
- High-pressure hydraulic circuits
- Equipment exposed to vibration and mechanical shock
Why Choose FS2603 ORFS Union Tees?
The FS2603 combines three ORFS connections in one compact tee fitting, making it easier to create organized hydraulic connections.
Key Benefits
- Male ORFS × Male ORFS × Male ORFS configuration
- Three-way hydraulic connection
- O-Ring Face Seal design
- Steel construction
- High-pressure hydraulic capability
- Equal and reducing size options
- Multiple sizes available
- Suitable for continuous mechanical shock applications
- Helps simplify hydraulic line routing
- Suitable for mobile and industrial equipment
Built for Cleaner Hydraulic Connections
A well-designed hydraulic assembly depends on fittings that match the system's connection type and routing requirements. The FS2603 gives you a dedicated three-way ORFS connection for systems where multiple hydraulic lines need to meet at one point.
Its available reducing configurations also provide additional flexibility when different ORFS line sizes need to be connected within the same hydraulic circuit.
Choose Gear House Hydraulics
When you need a dependable three-way connection for an ORFS hydraulic system, the FS2603 ORFS Union Tee provides a practical solution for high-pressure fluid-power applications.
Gear House Hydraulics offers multiple FS2603 configurations, including equal and reducing sizes, so you can select the connection that best matches your hydraulic assembly.
Choose the correct FS2603 size and build a hydraulic connection designed for demanding service conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an FS2603 ORFS Union Tee?
The FS2603 is a three-way ORFS hydraulic tee with Male ORFS connections on all three ports. It is designed to connect multiple ORFS hydraulic lines within the same assembly.
Does FS2603 use ORFS connections?
Yes. The FS2603 uses Male ORFS connections on all three ports.
What type of seal does an ORFS Union Tee use?
The FS2603 uses an O-Ring Face Seal connection. Proper sizing and installation are important for reliable sealing.
What pressure can the FS2603 handle?
Gear House lists working pressure up to 6,000 PSI, depending on tube and fitting size.
What material is FS2603 made from?
The Gear House collection lists steel as the available material.
Are reducing sizes available?
Yes. The FS2603 collection includes both equal-size and reducing ORFS configurations, such as FS2603-06-06-08 and FS2603-12-12-16.
What sizes are available?
The collection includes ORFS sizes ranging from 1/4" through 1-1/2", depending on the configuration.
