Ever wondered about the hydraulic components that power a harvester and how they contribute to its efficiency?
Today, we’ll break down the essentials of these hydraulic hoses and their benefits, making it simpler for sales reps to understand and communicate the advantages of our products. By the end, you’ll have a clearer picture of the key products we offer and how they can help your clients achieve better performance and lower maintenance costs.
Let’s dive in.
Weatherhead H280 Hose
- 300,000 Qualified Impulse Cycles: Withstands extensive pressure surges for reliability.
- Lower Maintenance Spending: Reduces replacement costs.
- 35% Greater Flexibility: Simplifies installation and routing.
- 26% Wider Temperature Range: Operates from -46°C to 126°C (-50°F to 250°F).
- 43% Better Bend Radius: Navigates tight installation areas more easily.
- Eight Times Better Abrasion Resistance: Dura-Tuff® cover extends life.
- Class 0 Leakage: When paired with Danfoss 1A fittings (SAEJ1176).
Weatherhead H881 Hose
- One Million Qualified Impulse Cycles: Exceptional durability.
- 35% Higher Pressure Rating: For more demanding applications.
- 26% Wider Temperature Range, 50% Better Bend Radius: Enhanced versatility.
- Abrasion Resistance: Dura-Tuff® or optional Bruiser® cover (700x stronger).
- Efficiency-Oriented: Reduces downtime and service costs.
- System Compatibility: May replace four-spiral hose in certain circuits.
- Class 0 Leakage: With Danfoss 1A fittings.
Weatherhead H180 Hose
- One Million Qualified Impulse Cycles: For high-demand operations.
- 14% Higher Pressure Ratings: Supports tougher hydraulic loads.
- 33% Better Bend Radius & Wider Temperature Range: Built for extreme use.
- Abrasion Resistance: Dura-Tuff® or Bruiser® cover options.
- Class 0 Leakage: With 1A fittings (SAEJ1176 standard).
Where You Can Find These Hoses on a Harvester
Combine Header Cutting Unit (H881 Hose)
The cutting unit starts the crop flow into the harvester. Reliable hoses here mean fewer losses and cleaner cuts.
Header Lift & Lateral Tilt Circuit (H280, H881, H180)
Controls the header’s vertical and lateral movement. If budget’s tight, consider switching to EC215 (H280 alt) or EC118 (H180 alt).
Additional Circuits (H280, H180, EC215, EC118)
Reel and Conveyor Drive
Moves crops from the cutter to the harvester interior.
Threshing Drum Drive
Separates grain from stalks—requires steady pressure performance.
Unloading Auger Swing
Transfers grain from the harvester to trucks or bins for storage.
Conclusion
This overview covered where and how our core hoses fit into a harvester’s system. Mastering just a few of these goes a long way—these products can cover 75% of your client’s needs. The more familiar you are, the more effective you’ll be at offering dependable, value-driven solutions.
