What is the difference between a 8v1 and 12v1 tyre valve connector?
There are basically two sizes of tyre valves in use; 8v1 and 12v1.
 CO9P03 - 8v1 Connector |
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CO9H03 - 8v1 Connector
A 8v1 Tyre Valve is the standard Schrader car tyre valve size found on the majority of tyre valves. The nominal bore on a 8v1 Tyre Valve Connector approximately 8mm in diameter.
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A 12v1 Tyre Valve is a large bore tyre valve found on some aircraft and large volume tyres (earth moving equipment, heavy plant, etc). The nominal bore on a 12v1 Tyre Valve Connector is approximately 12mm in diameter. This connector is commonly referred to as an EM Connector.
Image shows the visible difference between 8v1 and 12v1 connectors
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