PTFE Smooth-Bore Hose, Stainless Steel Reinforcement, FDA Approved
The PureFlex® SmoothFlex™ Series PTFE Smooth-Bore Hose, Stainless Steel Reinforcement, FDA Approved hose is a flexible smooth bore PTFE hose with stainless steel braid reinforcement that is designed for long trouble-free service in a wide range of applications that may involve pressure, temperature and chemical extremes. The hose is available in virgin PTFE for high purity applications and anti-static conductive black PTFE where electrostatic dissipation is required. SmoothFlex™ is an excellent choice for pharmaceuticals, food and beverage applications, the transfer of viscous media such as paints and adhesives, fluid transfer of corrosive chemicals, and high temperature hyraulic applications.
Product Features & Benefits
- CORROSION RESISTANT: PTFE is fully resistant to the broadest range of industrial chemicals and has a zero-corrosion rate with lower life cycle costs.
- CLEANABLE: Non-Stick, low porosity tube is self-cleaning and does not trap bacteria and can be cleaned with steam, detergents, caustics or solvents.
- SANITARY: FDA- approved materials meet or exceed Pharmacopoeia class VI SIP & CIP.
- LONG LIFE CYCLES
Hose Cover Options
- Silicone Cover
- Anti Scuff Sock
- Fire Sleeve
- Polyolefin Heat Shrink (other colors available)
- Anti Kink Guard
- Spring Guard
- HDPE Armor
Applications
- Pharmaceuticals
- Food & Beverage
- Viscous Media Transfer
Electrically Heated Option
Electrically heated options may be applied to many of the hose assemblies available from PureFlex®. Our superior insulations and precisely applied heating elements provide the most temperature-stable heated hoses on the market. PureFlex heated hoses are excellent for maintaining viscosity control, freeze protection, and dispensing temperature-sensitive media. Temperature options available from ambient to 450°F (hose selection dependent).
If interested in learning if the electrical heated option can be applied to your specific hose requirements, please complete the Electric Heating Option Form and submit to solutions@andronaco.com.
Technical Details
- Applications:Small bore for medium and high pressure
- Liner material:PTFE
- Cover:Stainless braid
- Size range:1/8" to 1-1/2
- Pressure rating:Full vacuum to 5000 PS
- Temperature range:-65°F to +450°F
Specifications
Nominal Bore (SN) Dash Size
| Dash Size |
Nominal I.D. (inch) |
Nominal O.D. (inch) |
Working Pressure (psi) |
Minimum Burst (psi) |
Minimum Bend Radius (in) |
Weight (lbs) |
|
| Ratings are based at 70°F (21°C) Temperature range -65°F (-54°C) to 450°F (232°C) |
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| -3 | .125 | .24 | 3,260 | 13,040 | 1.6 | .047 | |
| -4 | .187 | .30 | 2,750 | 11,000 | 2.0 | .077 | |
| -5 | .250 | .35 | 2,610 | 10,440 | 3.0 | .098 | |
| -6 | .312 | .43 | 2,540 | 10,160 | 4.0 | .110 | |
| -7 | .375 | .48 | 2,390 | 9,560 | 5.0 | .124 | |
| -8 | .405 | .54 | 2,030 | 8,120 | 5.4 | .124 | |
| -10 | .500 | .64 | 1,740 | 6,960 | 6.6 | .154 | |
| -12 | .625 | .74 | 1,270 | 5,080 | 8.0 | .170 | |
| -14 | .750 | .91 | 1,010 | 4,040 | 9.2 | .198 | |
| -16 | .875 | 1.03 | 870 | 3,480 | 9.2 | .273 | |
| -18 | 1.000 | 1.15 | 870 | 3,480 | 12.0 | .305 | |
| -20 | 1.125 | 1.3 | 630 | 2,520 | 16.4 | .350 | |
True Bore (ST) Full I.D. Size
| Actual I.D. (inch) |
Nominal O.D. (inch) |
Working Pressure (psi) |
Minimum Burst (psi) |
Vacuum Rating (In Hg) |
Minimum Bend Radius (in) |
Weight (lbs / ft) |
|
| Ratings are based at 70°F (21°C) Temperature range -65°F (-54°C) to 500°F (260°C) |
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| 1/4 | .35 | 2,610 | 10,440 | 29.9 | 3.0 | .098 | |
| 3/8 | .48 | 2,390 | 9,560 | 29.9 | 5.0 | .124 | |
| 1/2 | .64 | 1,740 | 6,960 | 29.9 | 6.6 | .154 | |
| 3/4 | .91 | 1,010 | 4,040 | 20.0 | 9.2 | .198 | |
| 1 | 1.15 | 870 | 3,480 | 14.0 | 12.0 | .305 | |
High Pressure (SH)
| Size | Nominal I.D. (inch) |
Nominal O.D. (inch) |
Working Pressure (psi) |
Minimum Burst (psi) |
Minimum Bend Radius (in) |
Weight (lbs / ft) |
|
| Ratings are based at 70°F (21°C) Temperature range -65°F (-54°C) to 400°F (204°C) Reduce working pressure on all sizes to maximum of 3,000psi @ 400°F (204°C) For impulse services reduce working pressures by 1,000psi |
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| 1/4 | .222 | .375 | 5,000 | 16,000 | 1.5 | .108 | |
| 3/8 | .308 | .473 | 5,000 | 16,000 | 2.5 | .180 | |
| 1/2 | .401 | .600 | 5,000 | 16,000 | 2.9 | .240 | |
| 5/8 | .459 | .710 | 5,000 | 16,000 | 3.3 | .324 | |
| 3/4 | .617 | .970 | 5,000 | 16,000 | 4.0 | .660 | |
| 1 | .867 | 1.250 | 5,000 | 16,000 | 5.0 | 1.020 | |
| 1 1/4 | 1.125 | 1.600 | 4,000 | 16,000 | 12.0 | 1.680 | |
| 1 1/2 | 1.375 | 1.920 | 4,000 | 12,000 | 14.0 | 2.280 | |
Ultra-High Pressure (SU)
| Size | Nominal I.D. (inch) |
Nominal O.D. (inch) |
Working Pressure (psi) |
Minimum Burst (psi) |
Minimum Bend Radius (in) |
Weight (lbs / ft) |
|
| Ratings are based at 70°F (21°C) Temperature range -65°F (-54°C) to 400°F (204°C) *Reduce working pressure on all sizes to maximum of 3,000psi @ 400°F (204°C) |
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| 1/4 | .229 | .495 | 6,000 | 24,000 | 3.00 | .24 | |
| 3/8 | .300 | .615 | 6,000 | 24,000 | 5.00 | .40 | |
| 1/2 | .395 | .725 | 6,000 | 24,000 | 5.75 | .49 | |
| 5/8 | .525 | .885 | 4,000* | 12,000 | 6.25 | .67 | |
| 3/4 | .650 | 1.060 | 4,000* | 12,000 | 7.75 | .93 | |
| 1 | .875 | 1.370 | 4,000* | 12,000 | 9.63 | 1.45 | |
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