Product Catalog
Chemical and Fuel Hoses
The wrong hose fails from material incompatibility, not lack of pressure rating.
Signs of incompatibility
| Sign | What's happening | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Swollen hose | Material absorbing chemical | Loss of dimension and strength |
| Hardened, cracked surface | Chemical degrading material | Risk of sudden rupture |
| Softened, tacky | Material dissolving | Rapid perforation |
| Color change | Chemical interaction started | Early warning sign |
Frequently asked questions
What information do you need for a chemical hose?
Three mandatory items: chemical name, concentration, and temperature. General terms aren't specific enough — two chemicals in the same family can behave very differently in the same hose.
Why should a fuel hose be antistatic?
Flowing fuel builds static charge from friction; unsafely discharged, it's a serious risk in flammable environments. Antistatic hose conducts the charge safely to ground.
My hose has swollen — can I keep using it?
No. Swelling means the material has absorbed the chemical and lost strength. It no longer meets its rated pressure — replace it and reconsider material selection.
How often should chemical hose be replaced?
Rather than a fixed schedule, monitor condition: swelling, hardening, cracking and color change should be checked regularly. Any one of these means time's up.