The Multiquip CH38M is a genuine OEM Male Half Coupler (3/8-18NPTF) designed for Multiquip rebar bender models JB5090, JB5135, JB7090, JB7135, JB8090, JB9180, JB11090, and JPU1. As a direct OEM replacement, the part meets the original design specifications for hydraulic quick-connect coupling on these machines, ensuring a secure, leak-free connection. Sourced from Multiquip and sold by DHS Equipment, this part is the correct choice when restoring or servicing your rebar bender's hydraulic circuit.
Key Features
- Threaded to Spec: — 3/8-18NPTF thread form ensures a pressure-tight, tapered pipe thread engagement with no risk of cross-threading or fluid bypass at the coupling interface.
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to Multiquip's original material and dimensional standards, so the coupler body, sealing surfaces, and locking mechanism match what left the factory.
- Broad Rebar Bender Compatibility: — Fits JB5090, JB5135, JB7090, JB7135, JB8090, JB9180, JB11090, and JPU1 — covering the full current Multiquip rebar bender lineup in a single part number.
- Hydraulic Integrity: — A correctly seated male half coupler maintains full hydraulic pressure to the bending head, delivering consistent bending force and cycle speed. A worn or damaged coupler causes pressure drop and sluggish or incomplete bends.
- Leak-Free Hydraulic Connection: — The NPTF taper thread self-seals under torque, making this a safety-relevant component — a leaking coupler on a hydraulic rebar bender can create a fluid injection hazard and a slipping risk at the workstation.
The male half coupler is one half of a quick-connect hydraulic coupling that links the hydraulic supply line to a downstream component — in this case, the bending head circuit of the rebar bender. It mates with a corresponding female half coupler to form a sealed, pressure-rated connection that can be broken and reconnected for servicing without tools. The 3/8-18NPTF thread specifies a National Pipe Taper Fuel thread — a dryseal standard that relies on thread interference rather than a separate sealant to prevent leakage under pressure. When this coupler develops wear, corrosion, or thread damage, the result is hydraulic fluid leakage, pressure loss, and reduced bending consistency; replacing it with the correct OEM part restores full system integrity.
Part Details
| Part Number | CH38M |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Male Half Coupler (3/8-18NPTF) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Rebar Benders | JB7135 |
| Rebar Benders | JB5090 |
| Rebar Benders | JB8090 |
| Rebar Benders | JB9180 |
| Rebar Benders | JPU1 |
| Rebar Benders | JB5135 |
| Rebar Benders | JB7090 |
| Rebar Benders | JB11090 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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