General Information
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Type 1
Type 2
Type 1: Vertical Braided Hose
Entire hose length cured in one operation.
A. Extruded seamless tube.
B. Seamless reinforcing braids of synthetic textile wire or
other material – applied by high speed vertical or
horizontal braiders.
C. Rubber layers between braids establish positive bond
between braids when vulcanized.
D. Extruded, seamless cover.
A B C
Type 2: Spiral Hose
Built by machine with either textile or wire cord
reinforcement applied so that each ply is laid at a given
angle for maximum dimensional stability.
A. Extruded or calendered tube.
B. Reinforcement of synthetic textile wire or other material.
C. Rubber layers between reinforcement plies to establish
positive bond.
D. Cover.
The Four Basic Methods Of Hose Construction
Although we make more than 2,000 types of hose for specialized applications, there are only four
basic construction methods used. Since each of these four methods embodies certain fundamental
characteristics that make it particularly suitable for certain functions, an understanding of these
methods may assist you in making the best use of this catalog. Keep in mind that a reference to any one
of these types of construction will imply all the characteristics and benefits outlined here plus specific
features attained through the proper compounding of rubber, choice materials, and variation in plies
and thickness to ensure that each hose is exactly right for the job for which it is designed.
Cover
The cover is the outermost
or visible area of the hose. It is
designed to be a protective covering
against wear, abrasion, cuts, weather,
and the general destructive action
encountered in normal service.
Body or Carcass
The body
reinforcement is the supporting
structure of the hose. It can range
from simple to complex
combinations and consists of cord,
yarn, fabric, wire, or any combination
of these.
Tube Or Lining
The tube is the
inner-most element of a hose and is
compounded to provide resistance
to the material being carried.
With the wide range of rubber
compounds available, a hose can be
built to withstand abrasive materials,
chemicals, oil and a wide variety of
other materials.
Basic Hose Construction
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A B
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Appendix
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Air & Multipurpose
General Purpose
Heavy Duty
Push-on
Chemical Transfer
Cleaning Equipment
Food
Transfer
Washdown
Marine
Material Handling
Abrasives
Bulk Transfer
Cement & Concrete
Mining
Petroleum
Aircraft Fueling
Dispensing
Dock
Transfer
Spray
Steam
Vacuum
LPG Delivery
Water
Discharge
Suction & Discharge
Washdown
Welding
Coupling Systems
Equipment
Appendix