Parker

About Parker

Parker Hannifin, commonly referred to as Parker, is a global manufacturer of motion and control technologies, with a product portfolio that spans hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems. The company's origins date back to 1918, when Arthur L. Parker founded the Parker Appliance Company in Cleveland, Ohio, initially producing pneumatic braking systems for trucks. Over the ensuing decades, Parker expanded into hydraulic components, becoming a major supplier to industrial, mobile, and aerospace sectors. Today, Parker's product lines include directional control valves, pressure control valves, hydraulic filters, hose fittings, and instrumentation fittings, all engineered to meet rigorous performance standards. The components supplied by 3G Electric are selected for their technical specifications and compatibility with common industrial systems, covering applications from high-pressure hydraulic circuits to precision pneumatic controls.

Within the Parker line, 3G Electric carries a range of components that address the needs of plant engineers and maintenance professionals. The directional control valve series D1VW, for instance, is designed for NG06 (CETOP 03 / NFPA D03) mounting patterns and offers flow rates up to 80 l/min, with a low pressure drop that contributes to energy efficiency. These valves are available with NBR seals and can be specified with explosion-proof solenoids that are ATEX certified, making them suitable for hazardous environments. For fluid conveyance, Parker's hydraulic fittings include steel threaded plugs rated to 4,500 psi, crimp hose fittings with NPTF connections for -8 hose dash sizes, and double-ferrule compression fittings in stainless steel, such as the A-Lok series, which are compatible with Swagelok fittings. These components are manufactured to precise tolerances, ensuring leak-free connections in high-pressure systems.

Parker's filtration technology is represented by replacement filter elements for WPF Series pressure line filters, featuring Ecoglass media and 5-micron filtration, with a maximum pressure rating of 7,000 psi and flow capacity up to 60 gpm. This level of filtration is critical for protecting downstream components from contamination. Additionally, Parker's extreme-pressure instrumentation fittings, including hex nipples and plugs in 316 stainless steel, are rated for pressures up to 6,400 psi, suitable for high-pressure hydraulic and pneumatic systems. These products are built to withstand demanding conditions, with materials and designs that meet industry standards such as ISO 1219 and CETOP mounting specifications. 3G Electric supports the Parker line by offering a broad inventory, technical documentation, and global shipping, enabling procurement specialists to source these components with confidence. The focus is on providing functional, specification-driven products that integrate seamlessly into existing systems, without the need for extensive modification.

Common Applications

• Industrial hydraulic presses — Parker D1VW directional control valves for precise flow direction
• Injection molding machines — Parker solenoid coils and valves for cycle control
• Material handling equipment — Parker hydraulic hose fittings and plugs for leak-free connections
• High-pressure hydraulic systems — Parker extreme-pressure pipe fittings rated to 6,400 psi
• Hydraulic filtration — Parker WPF Series filter elements for 5-micron contamination control
• Pneumatic instrumentation — Parker A-Lok compression fittings for tubing connections