PTFE-lined hose for automotive and general purpose applications
Smoothbore hose comprises a straight PTFE tube liner and a stainless steel outer braid. It is the basic PTFE hose design being used successfully in many automotive and general-purpose applications. Other applications include use with high-pressure steam and gasses, refrigerants, hot oils, and other hot or corrosive fluids.
| Nominal bore size | 0.0625 – 2 in |
| Outside diameter | 5 – 56.4 mm |
| Outside diameter | 0.197 – 2.221 in |
| Max. operating pressure | 540 bar |
| Max. operating pressure | 7800 psi |
| Certification and compliance | 3.1 Traceability, EN16643:2016, FDA (materials), SAE J1401, SAE J1737, TS 16949:2016 |
| Bend radius | 11 – 1,200 mm |
| Bend radius | 0.5 – 47.25 in |
| Braid type | Double, Single |
| Cover | EPDM rubber, Flexible PVC, Hytrel, Nylon II, Sarlink, Silicone rubber |
For applications where gases are used in the hose at high pressures, or testing procedures above 100 bar (1500 psi) it is necessary to specify a HPG grade PTFE liner tube. HPG grade is also required when high pressures are applied to penetrating fluids.
HPG grade tubing is achieved by subjecting the PTFE tube to certain special processes, commonly known as “post
sintering”, which increases the resistance of the material to penetration and porosity development by gases in service.
This specification requires that when compressed air or nitrogen is applied to a sample length at a pressure of 275
Bar (4000 psi) for one minute, then the pressure rapidly broken then re-applied for a total of 10 cycles, the sample
must not show signs of excessive diffusion when finally gas tested under water.
Pure gases do not generate static charges, HPG liners are rarely required to be anti-static, but on such rare occasions, a special “inner layer” AS grade is used.
All sizes and types of Smoothbore hose PTFE tube liners can be supplied to HPG quality. However, we would always recommend that HPG hoses are supplied with a HW (Heavy Wall) for maximum performance.
This liner can be used when there is no risk of electrostatic charge
This liner is essential in applications where there is a risk of electrostatic charge
This liner is ideal for high pressure gas applications or testing procedures are above 100 bar
This liner consists of an anti-static internal layer of the PTFE with a natural outer layer, which provides the required static discharge properties.
High pressure, high temperature applications
Lightweight, high pressure applications
Ultra lightweight for low pressure applications
Combination of different braid materials to provide completely bespoke solutions.
Working range -10°C (-14°F) to +60°C (+140°F)
Working range -40°C (-40°F) to +120°C (+248°F)
Working range -40°C (-40°F) to +125°C (+257°F)
Working range -73°C (-100°F) to +204°C (+400°F)
We’re experienced, extremely flexible and adaptable to all aspects of bringing your vision to reality.
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Neil Hinchliffe is your contact for advice, quotes and orders from the automotive PTFE lined hoses range.