TL38-M 1/2" NPT Thread Ag Quick Connect Hydraulic Coupler Ball style 1/2" body size for Tractor Bobcat Skid Steer Loaders Implements ( pack of 2 )

TL38-M 1/2" BODY MALE AG-STYLE HYDRAULIC COUPLER (1/2" NPT THREAD) - 2-PACK

The TL38-M is an industrial-strength, ball-detent hydraulic coupler set engineered for agricultural and heavy-duty equipment. Built to exceed the ISO 5675 standard, these couplers provide a reliable, high-pressure connection for implements and attachments on tractors, skid steers, and loaders.

🗸 ISO 5675 AG-STYLE COMPLIANCE: Designed specifically for the "AG" ball-detent standard, the TL38-M provides guaranteed interchangeability with existing tractor and implement hydraulic ports. This is the industry-standard design for agricultural machinery, ensuring you can quickly swap implements without compatibility issues.

🗸 HEAVY-DUTY INDUSTRIAL RATING: These are not light-duty components. Rated for over 3600 PSI and constructed from high-strength steel, they are built to handle the pressure spikes and environmental stress of year-round field work and professional site operations.

🗸 PRECISION LOCKING MECHANISM: The push-connect locking sleeve features heavy knurling to ensure a non-slip grip, even when the coupler is covered in grease or mud. This allows for fast, efficient attachment changes in the field, even when the operator is wearing heavy safety gloves.

🗸 CORROSION RESISTANCE: The trivalent zinc plating acts as a robust barrier against the moisture, fertilizer, and road salt often encountered in agricultural environments, preventing the rust that causes locking sleeves to seize and couplers to become inoperable.

Specifications

Q: Are these "Flat Face" or "Ball Style" couplers?

A: These are AG-Style Ball-Detent couplers. While your description mentioned flat-face benefits, it is important to note that AG-style couplers use a ball-locking mechanism and a poppet valve. They are distinct from ISO 16028 Flat Face couplers and are specifically designed for the needs of agricultural tractors and older skid steer equipment.

Q: Why is a 2-pack convenient?

A: Hydraulic circuits on agricultural implements usually run in pairs (pressure and return). Having a 2-pack allows you to replace both the supply and return male tips on a single attachment simultaneously, ensuring consistent flow and wear across that specific hydraulic circuit.

Q: Can these be connected under pressure?

A: Standard AG-style poppet couplers are generally not designed to be connected under full system pressure. However, they are well-regarded for their ability to connect when there is slight "residual" pressure trapped in the line due to heat expansion—a very common situation with tractor implements sitting in the sun.

Q: How do I identify if my machine uses AG-Style vs. Flat Face?

A: Look at the coupler face. If you see a spring-loaded "button" or ball-like valve in the center, it is an AG-Style (Poppet). If the surface is completely flat and flush, it is a Flat Face (ISO 16028). You must match the style of your machine's female ports exactly.

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