Do you not know where to start when buying chemical hoses? Today ORIENTFLEX takes you to understand clearly.
How to Pick the Right Industrial Hose:
Industrial hoses are often employed in critical air, fume, dust, severe service, and commercial vacuum operations, as well as light material handling. It is essential to choose the one best suited for the requirements and restrictions of the application. Some of the key factors to keep in mind when selecting an industrial hose include:
1.Size
There are two critical measurements when it comes to industrial hose sizes: diameter and length.
The diameter of a hose can refer to either the outside—i.e., outer—diameter (OD) or the inside diameter (ID). Most industrial hose suppliers categorize their inventory by inside diameters. Keeping in mind an industrial hose’s ID is important because:
· Ill-fitting hoses are more likely to have leaks, even when used with the proper seals and field adjustments.
· Diameters that are too small or too large can facilitate improper flow rates or speeds, which can result in damage to the system.
· Some industries, such as the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, HVAC, or construction industries, have strict regulations that dictate hosing size requirements.
The length of a hose is also crucial as the hose needs to be able to accommodate bending and flexing during system operations without risk of kinks or tangling. While too short of a hose length can result in damage due to shrinkage under pressure, too long of a hose can cause friction-related damage.
2.Application
The intended application for an industrial hose largely determines the type that should be used. For example:
· Whether it will be used in a facility or outdoors
· Whether it will be used in a blowing (PSI) or vacuum (Hg) application
· Whether it will need to be static dissipative
· Whether it will be exposed to high heat or freezing temperatures
3.Material
In regard to material, when it comes to industrial hoses, it’s important to consider both the material used to manufacture the hose and the material that will run through it. For example, while some rubber and plastic hoses can handle acidic or caustic compounds, others cannot.
In addition to helping industry professionals select the right type of hose for their project, these three considerations can also help them determine the types of fittings they need. Knowing the size, application, and materials employed prior to beginning the sourcing stage can help find the right materials faster.