2.
Does the Hose Need to
Withstand
High Pressure
?
The pressure exerted within a hose depends
on the volume a pump can push forward and
the diameter of the hose. The more fluid that
is pushed into the hose, the more it pushes out
on the wall. This internal pressure is measured
in pounds per square inch (psi).
The red hose shows sign of bursting under too much pressure.
Some applications (left) require higher pressures than others (below).
Never use a hose unless you are sure of its pressure rating.
Hoses that carry different products
can vary in their construction.
Avoid failures. Never use a hose
for an application or material
it wasn’t designed for.
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