Design Standards: SAE J534

SAE J534
DESIGN STANDARDS
The purpose of this section is to familiarize you with the basic aspects of the SAE J534 or Surface Vehicle Standard,
(last revised in May 2008). The specification standard covers “complete general and dimensional specifications for the
various types of lubrication fittings and related threaded components intended for general application in the automotive
and allied fields.” Upon closer examination one could conclude that the standard is influenced by the competing interests
of various manufacturers. Designs are not necessarily uniform dimensionally. For example, there are three nipple designs
which can pose some grease gun coupler compatibility issues in high volume applications. In this section, G.L. Huyett
defines the interpretations of the standard. We hope that you gain a greater appreciation for the quality of our
G.L. Huyett brand grease fittings.
FITTING DESIGN
CONCENTRIC BALL
• Seals to limit leakage
NIPPLE PROFILE and prevent contamination
• SAE-J534
• Controlled within +/- 0.012"
HEAT TREATMENT
• 83 min. on Rockwell 15N scale
• Case Depth: 0.005" - 0.009"
PLATING
• ASTM B633 SPRING
• Salt spray life of • Premium Grade 2 Music Wire
72 hours to red rust
ASSEMBLY
MACHINED THREADS • Lip is formed after assembly
• Material is removed through of ball & spring
the turning process
.260 .260 .260

NIPPLE VARIATIO NS .200 .181 .181
The three nipple designs, shown to the .098 .078 .090

right, are approved. They are manufactured
.220
within a tolerance of +/- 0.012." .220 .220
G.L. Huyett's nipple design G.L. Huyett™ Lincoln ® Less Common

complies with SAE specifications. Typical Design Typical Design Design
Contour of tip must

CO UP LER ALI GN ME NT allow coupler
10º to seal within
to
Grease fitting nipples are hardened 10° degrees of
ize
provide additional strength and to minim 10º misalignment in any
of
wear from repeated contact with the jaws direction with the
a grease gun coupler during use.
axis of fitting.
THR EAD
SPE CIFIC ATIO N PTF EXTERNAL TAPER THREAD PROFILE
Per SAE J534: "External threads may have greater 60°

maximum truncation due to manufacturing
Truncation
practices." Truncation of threads minimizes
damage during assembly and shipment, but
can create interpretive challenges during
inspection. For more information on the thread
specifications see pages 6-9.
© 2013 G.L. Huyett, PO Box 232, Exit 49, G.L. Huyett Expressway, Minneapolis, KS 67467,
Sales: (785) 392-3017, Phone: (785) 392-1000, Fax: (785) 392-2845, E-mail: glh@huyett.com
SAE J534
MANUFACTURING
Grease fittings are often sold through logistical management and so-called "Class C" component distributors. The parts
are often treated in the same manner as fasteners. The reality is that a grease fitting is a working mechanical device and
thus the finished threads are different than those for a nut, bolt or screw. The Heritage™, Vanguard™ and Euro™ lines
of grease fittings in this catalog conform to the important SAE J534 standard, where it applies.
PRODUC TION TURNED HEAT TREATED

R15N 83 MIN
TURNED
Fittings are turned, including threads.
HEAT TREATED
Only the nipple is hardened.
Please Note: Threads are hardened

on thread forming fittings.
PLATED ASSEMBLED
PLATED ASTM B633
Zinc yellow plating is typically specified
because of its added corrosion resistance
as compared to zinc clear plating.
ASSEMBLED
Ball check and spring along with any other
critical pieces are inserted and the lip is
rolled to secure internal parts.
INSPECT ION HEAT PLATING

TREATMENT THICKNESS
HEAT TREATMENT
We use destructive testing with a
micro-hardness tester. We use this method
of testing over standard Rockwell testing
because it can break through the case
NOT
depth, showing a false result.
HERE
PLATING THICKNESS
We inspect on a flat spot, such as on the INSPECT
hex. Spot tests can render bad results for HERE
complicated forms, where plating can
build up in corners, or where parts are
"bruised" in assembly.
PLATING PRESSURE
PLATING PERFORMA NCE PERFORMANCE TEST
ASTM B117
Our salt spray test measures function and is
far more reliable than other manufacturing
testing in most applications.
PRESSURE TEST
The pressure test checks to ensure grease
fittings will not blow out before specified
range. Although, SAE J534 does NOT
require a pressure test, we perform this
test to ensure quality.
© 2013 G.L. Huyett, PO Box 232, Exit 49, G.L. Huyett Expressway, Minneapolis, KS 67467,
Sales: (785) 392-3017, Phone: (785) 392-1000, Fax: (785) 392-2845, E-mail: glh@huyett.com

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SAE J534

.260 .260 .260

The three nipple designs, shown to the .098 .078 .090

G.L. Huyett's nipple design G.L. Huyett™ Lincoln ® Less Common

Contour of tip must

Per SAE J534: "External threads may have greater 60°

PRODUC TION TURNED HEAT TREATED

Please Note: Threads are hardened

INSPECT ION HEAT PLATING

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