Thermo King Straight Female Tube-O Short Pilot Fitting 512545
Official OEM Thermo King parts catalog entry for the Thermo King Fitting 512545, verified by PEAK Thermo King and West Texas Thermo King Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Washington, Oregon, serving all of the USA.
Built for Performance: The Thermo King Fitting 512545 delivers OEM-grade connection integrity for Thermo King refrigeration systems, ensuring secure, leak-resistant hose assemblies in transport refrigeration applications.
Product Overview
The Thermo King Fitting 512545 is a straight female Tube-O fitting with a short pilot, engineered for reliable service in transport refrigeration hose systems. Designed to mate with #12 fittings and #10 hose, this fitting supports consistent refrigerant flow and tight sealing essential for reefer trailer and refrigerated truck temperature control.
Key Features & Customer Benefits
- Straight Female Tube-O Design – Ensures a secure, OEM-compatible connection for Thermo King hose assemblies.
- Short Pilot – Guides hose installation for accurate seating and reduced assembly time.
- #12 to #10 Compatibility – Matches common Thermo King hose and fitting sizes for straightforward replacement and service.
- Leak-Resistant Fit – Supports system integrity to maintain consistent temperature control and reduce refrigerant loss.
- Durable OEM Construction – Withstands transport refrigeration operating environments to support long service intervals and uptime.
Product Details
| Part Number | 512545 |
| Product Name | Thermo King Fitting 512545 |
| Type | Straight female Tube-O fitting |
| Pilot | Short pilot |
| Fitting / Hose Size | #12 fitting to #10 hose |
| Typical Application | Thermo King transport refrigeration hose assemblies and line connections |
Efficiency & Sustainability
This OEM fitting supports efficient, leak-minimized refrigeration systems that help maintain fuel-efficient cooling and temperature control across haul cycles. When used within properly maintained Thermo King systems and compatible control platforms such as Smart Reefer SR-4, the fitting contributes to reduced refrigerant loss and supports regulatory programs such as CARB Evergreen when installed as part of compliant assemblies.
Installation & Maintenance Tips
Install with OEM clamps and specified hose assembly tools to ensure proper seating against the short pilot. Inspect fitting connections during scheduled maintenance intervals and replace if wear or damage is evident. Use certified Thermo King service procedures for torque and installation verification to maximize reliability and uptime.
Real-World Applications
The Thermo King Fitting 512545 is ideal for reefer trailers, refrigerated trucks, and transport refrigeration units where Tube-O fittings are standard. Common service uses include hose replacement and line repairs on Precedent-series and Diesel Direct Electric configurations and other Thermo King refrigeration platforms.
Available for installation and service in Amarillo, Lubbock, Odessa, and throughout West Texas.
Backed by Thermo King’s engineering and supported by certified technicians at West Texas Thermo King, this component delivers lasting reliability and uptime assurance for fleet operations.
For product verification or service assistance, call (806) 376-5837.
For current warranty eligibility or OEM replacement coverage, please contact us for warranty information or contact the service department for confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this fitting compatible with Thermo King Precedent units?
A: Yes. The Thermo King Fitting 512545 is designed for Thermo King hose assemblies commonly found on Precedent-series and similar transport refrigeration platforms.
Q: What hose and fitting sizes does this part work with?
A: The fitting is specified for #12 fittings and #10 hose compatibility, providing a secure Tube-O female connection for those sizes.
Q: Are special tools required for installation?
A: Use OEM hose assembly tools and clamps for proper seating on the short pilot. Follow Thermo King service procedures to ensure leak-free installation.
Q: How does this part support fleet uptime?
A: By providing an OEM-fit, leak-resistant connection, the fitting contributes to consistent temperature control and reduced refrigerant loss, supporting reliable operation and extended service intervals.
Related Resources
Ask about fleet-wide parts programs through West Texas Thermo King.
Produced by a certified Thermo King dealership, West Texas Thermo King | a Division of PEAK Industrial. Servicing fleets across Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa.
Official OEM Thermo King parts catalog entry for the Thermo King Fitting 512545, verified by PEAK Thermo King and West Texas Thermo King Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Washington, Oregon, serving all of the USA.
Built for Performance: The Thermo King Fitting 512545 delivers OEM-grade connection integrity for Thermo King refrigeration systems, ensuring secure, leak-resistant hose assemblies in transport refrigeration applications.
Product Overview
The Thermo King Fitting 512545 is a straight female Tube-O fitting with a short pilot, engineered for reliable service in transport refrigeration hose systems. Designed to mate with #12 fittings and #10 hose, this fitting supports consistent refrigerant flow and tight sealing essential for reefer trailer and refrigerated truck temperature control.
Key Features & Customer Benefits
- Straight Female Tube-O Design – Ensures a secure, OEM-compatible connection for Thermo King hose assemblies.
- Short Pilot – Guides hose installation for accurate seating and reduced assembly time.
- #12 to #10 Compatibility – Matches common Thermo King hose and fitting sizes for straightforward replacement and service.
- Leak-Resistant Fit – Supports system integrity to maintain consistent temperature control and reduce refrigerant loss.
- Durable OEM Construction – Withstands transport refrigeration operating environments to support long service intervals and uptime.
Product Details
| Part Number | 512545 |
| Product Name | Thermo King Fitting 512545 |
| Type | Straight female Tube-O fitting |
| Pilot | Short pilot |
| Fitting / Hose Size | #12 fitting to #10 hose |
| Typical Application | Thermo King transport refrigeration hose assemblies and line connections |
Efficiency & Sustainability
This OEM fitting supports efficient, leak-minimized refrigeration systems that help maintain fuel-efficient cooling and temperature control across haul cycles. When used within properly maintained Thermo King systems and compatible control platforms such as Smart Reefer SR-4, the fitting contributes to reduced refrigerant loss and supports regulatory programs such as CARB Evergreen when installed as part of compliant assemblies.
Installation & Maintenance Tips
Install with OEM clamps and specified hose assembly tools to ensure proper seating against the short pilot. Inspect fitting connections during scheduled maintenance intervals and replace if wear or damage is evident. Use certified Thermo King service procedures for torque and installation verification to maximize reliability and uptime.
Real-World Applications
The Thermo King Fitting 512545 is ideal for reefer trailers, refrigerated trucks, and transport refrigeration units where Tube-O fittings are standard. Common service uses include hose replacement and line repairs on Precedent-series and Diesel Direct Electric configurations and other Thermo King refrigeration platforms.
Available for installation and service in Amarillo, Lubbock, Odessa, and throughout West Texas.
Backed by Thermo King’s engineering and supported by certified technicians at West Texas Thermo King, this component delivers lasting reliability and uptime assurance for fleet operations.
For product verification or service assistance, call (806) 376-5837.
For current warranty eligibility or OEM replacement coverage, please contact us for warranty information or contact the service department for confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this fitting compatible with Thermo King Precedent units?
A: Yes. The Thermo King Fitting 512545 is designed for Thermo King hose assemblies commonly found on Precedent-series and similar transport refrigeration platforms.
Q: What hose and fitting sizes does this part work with?
A: The fitting is specified for #12 fittings and #10 hose compatibility, providing a secure Tube-O female connection for those sizes.
Q: Are special tools required for installation?
A: Use OEM hose assembly tools and clamps for proper seating on the short pilot. Follow Thermo King service procedures to ensure leak-free installation.
Q: How does this part support fleet uptime?
A: By providing an OEM-fit, leak-resistant connection, the fitting contributes to consistent temperature control and reduced refrigerant loss, supporting reliable operation and extended service intervals.
Related Resources
Ask about fleet-wide parts programs through West Texas Thermo King.
Produced by a certified Thermo King dealership, West Texas Thermo King | a Division of PEAK Industrial. Servicing fleets across Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa.
