Banjo Bolt: Reliable Connecting Component for Hydraulic Systems

An industrial vehicle or hydraulic system may employ components that need to be firmly integrated for optimal durability. In these systems, Iron banjo bolts are commonly utilized. As the name suggests, an iron banjo bolt is made of iron. This is an unusual metal choice for this kind of machine parts, but it offers good mechanical properties, especially for components that need to deal with high pressures, which enables the bolt to withstand high pressure forces. Unlike most spools, an iron banjo bolt offers improved reliability for applications where guaranteed rigid connections are required. Similar to other rods, they have a flat headed design with a hole through the middle and are used to connect parts in fluid transfer systems like brake lines or hydraulic hoses. Even though iron has good structural assets, it is much weaker than most metals in regard to rust and corrosion, especially when in contact with water or chemicals. Because of this, an iron banjo bolt is most likely coated or treated to improve durability against corrosion, which means it spends most of its life in industrial applications, older vehicles or systems where cost efficiency and strength are prioritized.