Steambrite 20261338 SAE 100R5 Reusable Hydraulic Hose Repair Fitting 3/8" Male Pipe Thread
The Steambrite 20261338 is a reusable, field-attachable hydraulic hose repair fitting designed for compatible SAE 100R5 textile-covered, single-wire braided hydraulic hose.
This straight male pipe fitting features a 3/8-inch male pipe thread connection and allows qualified technicians to assemble or repair approved hydraulic hose systems without a hydraulic hose crimping machine.
WARNING - NOT FOR MOST PRESSURE WASHER HOSES
THIS FITTING IS DESIGNED FOR SAE 100R5 HOSE ONLY.
DO NOT USE THIS FITTING ON STANDARD 3/8" ID, 4,000 PSI PRESSURE WASHER HOSE.
Most commercial pressure washer hoses rated for 4,000 PSI use hose constructions and reinforcement systems that are different from SAE 100R5.
This fitting is NOT a universal replacement for reusable fittings used on:
- 3/8" ID 4,000 PSI pressure washer hoses
- Commercial hot-water pressure washing hoses
- SAE 100R1 rubber-covered hydraulic hoses
- SAE 100R2 two-wire braided hydraulic hoses
- Most carpet cleaning truckmount solution hoses
- Most tile and grout cleaning pressure hoses
- Most portable carpet extractor solution hoses
- Most sewer jetting and drain cleaning hoses
Having one steel-wire braid does NOT mean a hose is compatible with this fitting.
Incorrect hose and fitting combinations can cause leakage, fitting separation, equipment damage, or serious personal injury.
Product Specifications
| Specification |
Description |
| Steambrite Part Number |
20261338 |
| Product Type |
Reusable Hydraulic Hose Repair Fitting |
| Compatible Hose Standard |
SAE 100R5 - Approved Hose Only |
| Hose Construction |
Single Steel-Wire Braid with Textile Outer Cover |
| Pipe Connection |
3/8" Male Pipe Thread |
| Thread Size |
3/8"-18 Male Pipe |
| Configuration |
Straight Male Pipe Fitting |
| Attachment Type |
Reusable / Field Attachable |
| Crimping Machine Required |
No |
| Hose Size |
Verify against the factory fitting specification. Standard SAE 100R5 dash -06 hose has 5/16" actual inside diameter. |
| Pressure Rating |
Must be verified for the exact approved hose and fitting assembly. |
| Primary Applications |
Industrial Hydraulics, Trucking, Agriculture, Construction Equipment, Fleet Maintenance, and Lubrication Systems |
What Is SAE 100R5 Hydraulic Hose?
SAE 100R5 is a hydraulic hose specification commonly used in transportation, industrial, agricultural, and mobile hydraulic equipment.
Typical SAE 100R5 hose construction includes:
- Oil-resistant synthetic rubber inner tube
- Textile reinforcement
- One braided steel-wire reinforcement layer
- Textile braided outer covering
Unlike conventional rubber-covered SAE 100R1 and SAE 100R2 hydraulic hoses, SAE 100R5 typically features a textile outer covering.
This construction requires fittings specifically approved for the hose dimensions and reinforcement system.
Industries That Commonly Use SAE 100R5 Hose
SAE 100R5 hydraulic hose is used in a variety of commercial and industrial applications.
1. Commercial Trucking and Transportation
SAE 100R5 hose is commonly used in certain commercial truck and bus systems, including hydraulic fluid, lubricating oil, and other manufacturer-approved fluid lines.
Some specially approved R5 hose assemblies are also used in transportation air brake applications. Air brake service requires the correct certified hose and fittings.
2. Agricultural Equipment
Agricultural machinery may use SAE 100R5 hydraulic hose in approved applications involving:
- Farm tractors
- Harvesting equipment
- Agricultural implements
- Hydraulic control systems
- Equipment lubrication systems
3. Construction and Heavy Equipment
Selected construction machinery uses SAE 100R5 hose for hydraulic and lubrication applications.
Examples of equipment categories include:
- Wheel loaders
- Excavators
- Industrial lifting equipment
- Mobile hydraulic machinery
- Heavy equipment lubrication systems
Always verify the equipment manufacturer's required hose specification before selecting a replacement fitting.
4. Industrial Manufacturing Equipment
SAE 100R5 hose may be used in industrial hydraulic systems including:
- Hydraulic power units
- Industrial machinery
- Manufacturing equipment
- Hydraulic control circuits
- Industrial oil circulation systems
5. Commercial Fleet Maintenance
Fleet maintenance facilities may encounter SAE 100R5 hose on trucks, buses, construction vehicles, and industrial equipment.
Reusable fittings can provide a field-service repair option when the exact hose and fitting combination is approved by the manufacturer.
6. Industrial Lubrication and Oil Systems
Certain SAE 100R5 hoses are designed for petroleum-based hydraulic fluids and lubricating oils.
Applications may include:
- Industrial lubrication equipment
- Hydraulic oil transfer lines
- Engine lubrication systems
- Selected hot-oil circulation systems
Fluid compatibility and operating temperature depend on the specific hose manufacturer's published specifications.
These industry examples do not establish that this particular fitting is approved for every application listed.
SAE 100R5 Reusable Hose Fitting Industry Cross References
The following part numbers identify similar SAE 100R5 reusable hose fittings with 3/8-inch male pipe connections.
These references are provided to help customers researching industrial hydraulic hose replacement parts.
| Manufacturer |
Reference Part Number |
| Gates |
6C5-6RMP |
| Gates |
G34100-0606B |
| Aeroquip |
412-6-6S |
| Parker |
20120-6-6 |
| Weatherhead / Eaton |
06906D-106 |
| Couplamatic |
6R5-6MP |
| Universal Hose |
RFR5-0606MP |
Cross-Reference Disclaimer: These are industry reference numbers for similar SAE 100R5 reusable hose fittings. They are not verified direct replacements for Steambrite 20261338.
The referenced R5 dash -06 fittings are generally intended for 5/16-inch actual inside-diameter SAE 100R5 hose with 3/8-inch male pipe connections.
Verify the exact hose size, outside diameter, fitting construction, thread specifications, material, and manufacturer approval before substituting any fitting.
Common SAE 100R5 Hydraulic Hose Families
Examples of industrial hose product families manufactured for SAE 100R5 applications include:
- Gates C5C Hydraulic Hose
- Gates C5C-XH High Temperature Hydraulic Hose
- Parker 266 Transportation Hose
- Weatherhead H069 Hydraulic Hose
- Aeroquip 1503 Hydraulic Hose
These are examples of SAE 100R5 hose families and are not a universal compatibility list for this fitting.
Always confirm the exact manufacturer's approved hose and fitting combination.
Why This Fitting Will Not Repair Most 4,000 PSI Pressure Washer Hoses
A typical commercial 3/8-inch ID, 4,000 PSI pressure washer hose is designed for high-pressure water delivery and may incorporate reinforcement and outer-cover construction different from SAE 100R5.
Although both types of hose may contain steel-wire reinforcement, their internal construction and fitting attachment requirements can be different.
SAE 100R5 fittings are not automatically interchangeable with pressure washer hose fittings.
Do not use this reusable fitting on a 4,000 PSI pressure washer hose unless the exact hose and fitting combination is specifically approved by the manufacturer for that service.
A matching 3/8-inch male pipe connection does not establish hose compatibility.
Important SAE 100R5 Hose Sizing Information
SAE 100R5 uses a different hose sizing convention from many standard hydraulic and pressure washer hoses.
For example:
| SAE 100R5 Dash Size |
Actual Hose Inside Diameter |
| -04 |
3/16" |
| -05 |
1/4" |
| -06 |
5/16" |
| -08 |
13/32" |
Do not assume a dash -06 SAE 100R5 fitting is designed for conventional 3/8-inch ID pressure washer hose.
Advantages of Reusable Hydraulic Hose Fittings
- Field-attachable design
- No hydraulic crimping machine required
- Useful for approved industrial hose repairs
- Can reduce equipment downtime
- Suitable for qualified maintenance technicians
- Convenient for compatible hydraulic hose assemblies
Installation and Safety Instructions
This product should be installed only by personnel familiar with hydraulic hose assembly procedures.
- Confirm the hose is the correct SAE 100R5 construction.
- Verify the actual hose inside diameter and outside diameter.
- Confirm the fitting is approved for the exact hose manufacturer and series.
- Verify the required pipe thread size and connection configuration.
- Follow the fitting manufacturer's assembly instructions.
- Never install or remove fittings while the hose is pressurized.
- Inspect and test the completed hose assembly before returning equipment to service.
Never use damaged hose or hose with compromised reinforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this fitting repair my 3/8-inch 4,000 PSI pressure washer hose?
No, not in most cases. This fitting is intended for approved SAE 100R5 textile-covered hydraulic hose. Most commercial 4,000 PSI pressure washer hoses use different hose construction.
Will this fitting work with SAE 100R1 hose?
No. SAE 100R1 and SAE 100R5 have different hose construction and fitting requirements.
Will this fitting work with SAE 100R2 hose?
No. SAE 100R2 is a different hydraulic hose construction.
Can I use this fitting on carpet cleaning or tile cleaning solution hose?
Usually not. Most professional carpet cleaning and tile cleaning solution hoses are not SAE 100R5 textile-covered hydraulic hose.
Does this fitting require a crimping machine?
No. It is a reusable, field-attachable fitting intended for installation without a hydraulic hose crimper.
Does the fitting work with every single-wire braided hydraulic hose?
No. The hose standard, actual dimensions, reinforcement construction, and approved fitting system must match.
Can this fitting be used on commercial truck air brake systems?
Only if this exact fitting and hose combination is specifically certified for the applicable air brake service. SAE 100R5 compatibility alone does not establish DOT air brake approval.
Ordering Information
Steambrite Part Number: 20261338
Product: Reusable SAE 100R5 Hose Repair End
Connection: 3/8" Male Pipe Thread
Hose Type: Approved SAE 100R5 Textile-Covered Hose
Installation: Field Attachable
FINAL COMPATIBILITY WARNING
This is NOT a universal reusable hose repair fitting for pressure washing, carpet cleaning, or tile cleaning hoses.
Verify SAE 100R5 hose compatibility before ordering.
SteamBrite 20261338 3/8" Reusable Hose Repair End – Single-Wire Hose x 3/8" Male NPT
Repair a compatible 3/8" inside-diameter single-wire braided pressure hose with a reusable, field-attachable hose end. The straight 3/8" male pipe connection attaches to matching female pipe fittings, while the threaded socket and insert secure the fitting to an approved hose without a hydraulic crimper.
A practical repair option for compatible pressure-washing hose assemblies. Confirm the hose model, outside diameter, operating pressure and temperature before selecting or installing a replacement end.
Product Specifications
| Steambrite Part Number |
20261338 |
| Hose Inside Diameter |
3/8" nominal – dash size -6 |
| Connection |
3/8" male NPT pipe thread – 18 threads per inch |
| Configuration |
Straight, rigid male pipe hose end |
| Hose Construction |
Compatible single-wire braided pressure hose; verify the specific hose and fitting combination |
| Attachment Style |
Reusable / field attachable; threaded socket and insert |
| Crimping Equipment |
Not required |
Part Numbers Associated with This Listing
This product is listed under 20261338, with existing comparison references 8.705-497.0, 87054970, 7269961061, and G27100-0606. Confirm the required specification when replacing an existing fitting.
Reusable Hose End Cross-Reference Guide
The following catalog numbers identify comparable 3/8" hose x 3/8" male pipe reusable fittings. Each fitting must be used with its approved hose. A matching nominal size does not establish universal interchangeability.
| Brand / Supplier |
Comparison Part Number |
Catalog Application |
| Gates |
6C1T-6RMP
G27100-0606
7231-81211 |
Identifiers for the same Type T fitting for Gates G1 single-wire hose. |
| Weatherhead / Eaton |
10406N-106 |
104 N series field-attachable fitting for H104 hose. |
| Parker |
20142-6-6 |
42 series reusable fitting; verify compatibility with the applicable Parker 422/421 hose. |
| Couplamatic |
603R-1 |
Reusable male NPTF fitting for specified 100R1 thin-cover hose. |
| Fairview |
SRT125-6C |
Steel reusable male pipe fitting for SAE 100R1AT hose. |
| Future Hydraulik |
31128-06-06 |
100R1AT male NPT fitting; uses R310-06 ferrule and R128-06-06 insert. |
| Discount Hydraulic Hose |
R1-06-106 |
Reusable male NPTF fitting listed for SAE 100R1AT hose. |
| Tecalemit |
2125059 insert
+ 2124643 socket |
Separate components for T111 1SN / 100R1AT hose; designation R 10 NM 3/8" 18. |
Brand names and part numbers are provided for product identification and comparison. They do not identify the manufacturer of the item supplied or establish approval for mixed-brand hose assemblies.
Additional Numbers Requiring Hose-Specific Verification
- Aeroquip / Danfoss FC7985-0606S: same nominal hose and pipe sizes; the current manufacturer listing specifies GH663 hose. Do not assume compatibility with other single-wire hoses.
- Parker 20130-6-6: same nominal connection sizes, but the 30 series catalog specifies Parker 302 hose. It is a separate fitting system from the 42 series.
Check Fit Before Ordering
- Confirm the hose has a 3/8" inside diameter and the required single-wire construction.
- Check the hose brand, model, outside diameter and cover specification against the fitting manufacturer's requirements.
- Confirm that the equipment connection requires 3/8-18 male NPT/NPTF pipe thread.
- Verify the completed assembly's pressure, temperature and fluid compatibility for the intended application.
- Use a matched socket and insert from the approved fitting system.
Installation Information
Follow the assembly instructions for the exact hose and fitting supplied. Correct hose preparation, lubrication, insertion and assembly inspection are essential. A repair fitting does not restore damaged hose reinforcement.
View the Gates field-attachable coupling assembly guide (PDF) — use this guide only when applicable to the fitting and hose being assembled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a hose crimper?
No. This is a threaded, field-attachable fitting. Follow the applicable assembly instructions for the required tools and installation procedure.
Will it fit every 3/8" single-wire hose?
Compatibility depends on more than inside diameter. Hose outside diameter, cover thickness, construction and manufacturer approval must also match.
Can I use a two-wire or R5 fitting instead?
Only if the manufacturer specifically approves that fitting for the exact hose. R1, R2 and R5 fitting systems should not be treated as interchangeable, but usually NO.