TYK Valve Stem Guide

TYK Industries offers a range of inner tubes equipped with various valve stem types, each tailored to specific applications and tire types. Here's an overview of the different valve stems used in TYK Industries inner tubes:

1. TR13 – Short Rubber Valve Stem

• Design: Straight rubber stem, approximately 1.38 inches long.
• Rim Hole Compatibility: Fits a 0.453-inch rim hole.
• Common Applications: Passenger vehicles, light trucks, lawn tractors, small industrial equipment, and garden trailers.
• Examples: TYK Industries lawn tractor tire inner tubes for sizes like 16x6.50-8 and 28x8.00-8 utilize the TR13 valve stem.

2. TR15 – Wide Base Rubber Valve Stem

• Design: Straight rubber stem with a wider base, approximately 1.38 inches tall.
• Rim Hole Compatibility: Fits a 0.625-inch rim hole.
• Common Applications: Farm tractors, industrial equipment, and light trucks.
• Examples: TYK Industries farm and backhoe tire inner tubes for sizes like 12R16.5 and 4.00-15, 5.00-15, 5.90-15 feature the TR15 valve stem.

3. TR15CW – Air/Liquid Rubber Valve Stem

• Design: Similar to the TR15 but designed for use with both air and liquid (e.g., liquid ballast).
• Rim Hole Compatibility: Fits a 0.625-inch rim hole.
• Common Applications: Skid steers, backhoes, and other off-the-road (OTR) equipment.
• Examples: TYK Industries 11L15 farm tractor implement tire inner tubes utilize the TR15CW valve stem.

4. TR6 – Straight Metal Valve Stem

• Design: Straight metal stem equipped with lock nuts for secure attachment.
• Common Applications: All-terrain vehicles (ATVs), lawn and garden equipment, and trailers.
• Examples: TYK Industries ATV and UTV tire inner tubes for sizes like 24x11-10, 25x11-10 and 20x7-10, 22x7-10 feature the TR6 valve stem.

Summary Table:

When selecting an inner tube, it's crucial to match the valve stem type to your equipment's specifications to ensure proper fit and function.