Understanding Different Industrial Hose Types

This article and accompanying video are excerpts from the Swagelok® Hose Selection Webinar presented by Swagelok Senior Product Manager, Doug Nordstrom.

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Let's get started by discussing some background on different hose types. Obviously, hose is made differently than tubing. Hose is multi-layered. Whenever we talk about tubing, it's one layer of material, whether it's stainless steel tubing or PFA tubing. A hose, however, has multiple layers.

 

The core material is the material that obviously sees the media that's flowing through the hose. Everything else is there for either protection or pressure containment (things like braids, reinforcements, and possibly covers). 

 

In the picture above, it's a silicone cover that we put on the hose to possibly add abrasion resistance and also make the hose outside more cleanable. Then we put in connections. For softer core materials, like PTFE or Teflon, we can squeeze or crimp the hose. On metal hoses, of course, we have to weld the hose on. These can change the way a hose performs. 

Different Hose Core Materials

It's key to understand every layer of the hose in order to apply the right hose to the right application. Some common materials, we list here. The top one is a metal core. The actual core material is metal, and it's convoluted so that the actual core can bend. If it was just a straight core like a piece of tube, it obviously wouldn't bend and it would break quickly. So we convolute the core and weld it to the end to make a very flexible metal hose. 

 

A fluoropolymer or PTFE core is the second one on the list here. And that's a crimp tank connection that we put on and the actual core material doesn't withstand much pressure. So we need to braid this one (and the metal hose) to give it pressure containment.

 

Thermoplastic hose is really designed for hydraulic pressure impulses and the like. It can withstand a lot of abuse and pressure spikes.

 

The last one on the list here is more of a down and dirty type. It's a rubber hose. These are relatively low cost, and they can withstand the most amount of abuse, but they're not really suited for higher technical applications. 

 

If you apply the wrong hose to an application, the life of the hose will be dramatically impacted. And this is something that many people don't understand. The right hose for the right application can deliver a significantly longer life. 

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Each hose type has its strengths and weaknesses. As you see in the above graph, the metal core is good for temperature pressure because it withstands or limits permeation, but it can bend like a paperclip and will break faster than other types of hoses. So it's always important to apply the right hose for the right application.

 

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Date :

February 26th,

Posted By :

JRE Staff

Benefits of industrial hoses

If you are planning to purchase hoses, then you should check out the ones manufactured for industrial purposes. The outer of layer industrial hoses are made from extremely durable rubber. Since these hoses are used for industrial purposes, you can be assured that the tube will be resistant to wear and tear. Industrial hoses can be used in several ways. Industrial hoses are primarily used in factories to transfer fluids from one part of the factory to another.

Certain types of industrial hoses can also be used to transport corrosive liquids as well. However, you can use these hoses to wash cars or to water agricultural lands. For the best results, hire reliable Todo Coupling services.

Owners of car washes often purchase industrial hoses. There are many reasons why industrial hoses are better than regular tubes, and some of these reasons are as follows:

1.Sturdy and durable
As mentioned earlier, all industrial hoses are made from the best quality rubber. This makes the hoses all the more durable.

Moreover, these pipes are made to withstand extremely high pressure. Hence, you can be assured that the hoses do not bend or get warped when a liquid passes through it at high speed. The durability of an industrial hose is thoroughly tested in the factory before being released in the market. The other attachments of an industrial hose, such as the faucet, valve, and coupling in the tube will also be made of the best quality steel. These attachments make the hose sturdy and durable. Thus, an industrial hose is more durable and sturdier than the regular hydraulic hoses, primarily because the best quality raw materials are used to manufacture such tubes.

2.Perfectly designed
Although, you can purchase regular-sized industrial hoses, yet manufacturers can customize these pipes as per the requirements of their clients. In other words, industrial hoses are designed in such a manner that they fit the purpose perfectly. Say, for instance, you require a tube to transfer fluids that are kept under high pressure.

While purchasing an industrial hose, you should mention your requirement to the retailer. He will then help you buy an industrial hose that meets all your needs. Industrial hoses are designed perfectly to ensure that the customers&#; requirements are met entirely. Since manufacturers are aware of the multiple usages of industrial hoses, they provide customers with customized industrial hoses.

3.Easy replacement of parts
Manufacturing of industrial hoses is a niche industry. Hence, you can be assured that you will always get spare parts of your industrial hose from the manufacturer. In case the tube you have purchased gets damaged due to prolonged usage, you can easily ask the manufacturer to replace the damaged parts. Make the most of reliable Todo Coupling solutions.

Thus, industrial hoses have numerous uses, and these are durable, sturdy, and last for a long time. These are also stronger the regular hydraulic hoses. However, depending on the usage, you should select a type of industrial hose. So if you are looking to purchase tubes that would be used for commercial purposes, then consider buying industrial hoses.

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