FITTINGS & HOSE

SpeedFactory Racing AN Fittings, Hose & Performance Plumbing

AN Fittings and Braided Hose for Honda, Acura & Racing Applications

SpeedFactory Racing offers AN fittings, braided hose, adapters, and specialty plumbing components for performance automotive applications.

Our lineup supports custom cooling and fluid systems for Honda and Acura builds, turbocharged vehicles, and dedicated racing applications. Available products include AN hose ends, flexible braided hose, radiator plumbing kits, threaded adapters, and aluminum weld-on fittings.

Choosing the Right AN Hose End Fittings

AN fittings provide standardized connection sizes commonly used in automotive performance plumbing.

SpeedFactory Racing offers black anodized aluminum hose end fittings in configurations including straight, 45-degree, and 90-degree designs.

Available products include -10AN and -16AN fittings for compatible applications.

When selecting fittings, consider hose size, routing, bend angle, connection type, and the fluid being carried. Matching the hose to the correct fitting design is essential for a secure installation.

Braided AN Hose for Custom Performance Plumbing

SpeedFactory Racing offers black braided hose for custom plumbing installations, including -16AN braided hose sections.

Braided hose can provide flexibility and abrasion resistance for installations where rigid tubing would be impractical.

When choosing hose, verify pressure ratings, operating temperature, fluid compatibility, and compatibility with the intended hose ends.

Fuel, oil, coolant, and other automotive fluids can require different hose materials and specifications.

AN Radiator Hose and Fitting Kits

SpeedFactory Racing offers -16AN radiator hose and fitting kits for supported Honda engine applications, including B-Series, D-Series, F-Series, H-Series, K-Series, and J-Series configurations.

Products include plumbing solutions for universal race radiators and selected tucked radiator installations.

These kits help simplify component selection when building a custom cooling system.

Always verify radiator configuration, hose routing, engine application, and fitting compatibility before ordering.

AN, ORB and NPT Adapter Fittings

Performance plumbing systems frequently require adapters between different fitting and thread configurations.

SpeedFactory Racing offers selected adapter fittings, including billet aluminum M28x1.5 to -12AN adapters.

AN flare connections, ORB straight-thread connections with O-ring sealing, and NPT tapered pipe-thread connections use different sealing methods and are not interchangeable simply because their dimensions appear similar.

Correct thread identification and sealing requirements are essential when selecting adapters.

Aluminum Weld-On Bungs and Fittings

SpeedFactory Racing also offers machined aluminum weld-on fittings and threaded bungs for custom fabrication projects.

Examples include -10AN male aluminum weld fittings and M8x1.25 aluminum weld bungs.

These components can be useful when fabricating compatible aluminum tanks, cooling components, brackets, and custom motorsports assemblies.

Verify material compatibility, welding requirements, and the intended application before installation.

Frequently Asked Questions About AN Fittings and Hose

What does AN mean in automotive fittings?

AN refers to the Army-Navy fitting sizing system commonly used in performance plumbing. AN sizes are based on nominal increments of 1/16 inch, although actual hose dimensions and fitting specifications depend on the product.

Can AN hose fittings be used for fuel, oil and coolant?

AN-style connections are used in many automotive fluid systems, but suitability depends on the specific hose and fitting materials, pressure ratings, temperatures, and fluid compatibility. Always confirm the product's intended application.

What is the difference between AN and NPT fittings?

AN flare fittings typically seal at a mating flare surface, while NPT connections rely on tapered threads. They require compatible connections or correctly selected adapters.

How do I choose between straight, 45-degree and 90-degree hose ends?

Select the angle based on component placement, hose routing, available clearance, and the manufacturer's minimum bend-radius requirements.

Find the Right SpeedFactory Racing Plumbing Components

Whether you're installing a racing radiator, creating custom fluid lines, or fabricating a performance plumbing system, selecting properly matched hoses, fittings, and adapters is essential.

Browse the SpeedFactory Racing Fittings & Hose collection for available sizes, configurations, product specifications, and application information.

For assistance selecting compatible components, contact the SpeedFactory Racing team.