There are several types of hoses that can be used for hydraulic applications. Depending on the type and size, they can be highly flexible or more rigid, and they can be used with a wide range of media.
Wire braiding is a strong way to create a hydraulic hose. It consists of high-tensile wires that are crossed and woven to reinforce the tube below. It is more rigid than a spiral hose but has less tensile strength.
wire wound hose hose series
The wire wound hose-hose series can be used in many applications. It is often used on heavy mobile equipment and in hydraulic applications that require very high pressures. It can also be used for transporting highly corrosive or toxic fluids.
The construction of the hose can make a huge difference in how much pressure it can handle. A 2-wire hose can only handle 500 psi. However, a 4-wire hose can handle up to 2,300 PSI.
In addition, a braided hose will have more burst resistance than a spiral hose. Braided hoses can be made by weaving high-tensile steel wires around a tube in intricate patterns. This is a highly effective way to reinforce a tube.
A spiral hose is made up of several sets of high-tensile, helically wrapped wire that have exceptional strength. It is also very rigid, but not as rigid as a braided.
The helically wrapped wires in the spiral hose also make it extremely hard to bend. This is especially important with 4- or 6-wire hoses, which are often required for large diameter and high-pressure applications.
Installation of wire wound hoses
Hose failure can be caused by improper handling and mis-use. For example, use of a metal hose in an application it is not designed for can result in the hose collapsing or breaking off from the fitting. Kinking and pulling of the hose can also damage it.
Overbending can also damage the hose beneath the braid. Overbending can lead to fatigue cracks, increase leak risk, and braid bagging.
Install hose assemblies in a way that flexing occurs only in one plane. This can be done for hoses that are installed in a loop by making sure the assembly fits within it and not twisting it.
For each product and size, the bend radius (measured to the inside radius of fluoropolymer-lined metal hose and the centerline for stainlesssteel metal hose) is given. Please consult factory for more information. Never bend a hose less than its minimum radius.
Repeatedly bending beyond the minimum radius will cause the hose to fold and reduce its pressure resistance. This can reduce its service life significantly.
Stacking hoses above one another can also create damage under the braid to the hose tube. This is especially dangerous when the hose is being used at high pressure. It can cause the braid to stretch, which can result in damage to the braid, and a shorter hose's life expectancy.
wire wound hose Hose transported media
Various types of liquids and gaseous media are transported in this type of hose. These include nitrogen, ammonia, acetylene, argon, helium, oxygen, and other gases.
The hose is made from a stainless-steel corrugation and braided with a protective mesh-type sheath of wire. This construction ensures that the hose can withstand varying loads and pressure pulsations during transportation.
It also offers the hose excellent resistance to shock and vibration. It is therefore ideal for industrial applications and for use in heavy machinery.
Another advantage of the hose is that it can be fitted with a variety of fittings. These include couplings, caps, and plugs.
In addition, the hose can be used in different temperatures. This makes it a popular choice in many industrial applications.
The hose is available in a range of sizes and thread types, including male and female. It can be used for a variety of applications, including fire fighting and oil and water transfer.
The hose's structure allows it to bend radiuses that are only five to ten times its diameter. This design minimizes kinks and twists making it easier to install the hose in tight spaces.