Our Catalogues bring brand line-ups and product families together in one place, helping with selection and project planning. Both print and digital catalogues summarise part numbers, dimensions, compatibility and application notes. They are ideal for preparation, procurement and workshop reference—typically refreshed by edition/year.
Brief Summary & Key Benefits
Catalogues condense brand line-ups, part numbers and technical notes into a single, structured reference. They accelerate early-stage planning, shortlist creation and quotation prep. Print copies are quick to flip through in a workshop, while searchable PDF editions are easy to store, share and annotate. As editions are often updated yearly, always note the publication year when you cite a page or table.
Catalogues don’t replace detailed product pages, yet they are an excellent starting point for comparing size runs, fitting sketches and material codes. For buyers and technicians, part-number based selection streamlines procurement and reduces misorders. Note: verify critical dimensions against the latest online specification before committing to installation.
Technical Basics
Print editions use durable paper stocks with matte or silk finishes for readability; bindings range from glued to spiral for lay-flat use. Digital editions come as PDF with bookmarks, searchable text and clickable tables of contents. Many catalogues explain size notation (e.g., AN, NPT, metric), material and finish codes (e.g., anodised aluminium, coated steels) and provide indicative tightening data for assemblies.
Diagrams & legends: pictograms indicate application (street, off-road, track), while temperature/pressure icons aid quick filtering. Exploded views include position numbers that make spares identification precise. Common pitfalls include relying on outdated editions, mixing imperial and metric units, or missing footnotes that declare exceptions or compatibility limits.
Selection Criteria
1) Edition/version: check the cover or imprint for the year/month. Older catalogues may list superseded part numbers. 2) Use case: overview browsing favours general catalogues; workshops benefit from technical appendices and detailed size charts. 3) Format: robust, spiral-bound books suit bench use; for travel or remote work, searchable PDFs are faster. 4) Language: pick the language your team understands best and use pictograms where terms are specialised.
Sizing & codes: most brands use structured part-number schemas (base + colour + size). Before ordering, confirm that each parameter (thread, length, connector) matches your application. If accessories such as seals or adapters are required, consult the “required parts”/“accessories” tables listed on the same page.
Compatibility: for vehicle-specific lists, model codes, years and engine variants are essential. For universal items, catalogues define common diameter, thread and load windows. Near the edge of an operating envelope (e.g., temperature), select a higher safety margin and cross-check with the live product page.
Installation & Maintenance
Workshop use: flag frequent sections with sticky tabs; clear sleeves prolong life in oily environments. For digital use, download the PDF and enable bookmarks for faster navigation. When a new edition appears, archive the old one—this preserves change history for specifications and superseded parts.
Data verification: before fitment, compare catalogue values with the current online spec and the maker’s installation notes. If there’s a discrepancy, treat the web spec as primary, as it is typically updated sooner. For handover, add a short bill of materials (part number + quantity + notes) to the job file to simplify future maintenance.
Procurement tips: for larger projects, build a pre-cart list referenced to catalogue pages. Rare or niche items may involve longer lead times—check for compatible alternatives within the same system family.
FAQ
Q: Why use a catalogue if there’s a website search?
A: Catalogues display full families side by side, making size runs and options easier to compare and reducing part-number mistakes.
Q: Which data is authoritative—catalogue or website?
A: The live product page is primary; the catalogue is the quickest way to shortlist and cross-reference.
Q: How do I decode part numbers?
A: Follow the brand’s schema (base model + colour + size) and check the application notes and tables for accessories.
Q: Print or digital?
A: For bench work, print is fast and durable; for travel/desk use, PDF search and bookmarks save time.
Q: What if the part in my catalogue no longer exists?
A: It may have a supersession; check the online page for the newest code or equivalent.
