Rubber hose pipes play a vital role in modern industry. They function as protective tubes for wires, cables, automated instrument signals, and even civil hoses. Their sizes range from 3mm to 150mm. Specifically, small-diameter rubber hoses—those with inner diameters between 3mm and 25mm—are primarily used to protect sensing circuits.
Rubber hose pipes are also incredibly easy to install
In complex piping systems, installation often faces challenges, especially in narrow spaces. Formed pipes may not fit at all, and bending them to force a fit can lead to cold correction issues. The amount of correction needed depends on the rubber pipe’s size and specific conditions, ranging from a few millimeters to tens of millimeters—sometimes even hundreds of millimeters. Practice shows that greater correction amounts create higher internal stress, and residual stress in pipeline systems poses significant risks. For example, a bearing lubricant conduit in an engine broke repeatedly due to excessive stress.
Thankfully, rubber hoses can bend freely. When bent within their rated radius, they generate minimal internal stress. This not only simplifies installation but also ensures the pipeline system operates safely. It’s the key reason rubber hoses are chosen for many piping setups.
Consider movable cylinders that move up and down to load or unload molds. Copper snake-shaped tubes used here often suffer fatigue fractures after repeated movement. While repairs let them work again, downtime for fixes wastes valuable time. In such cases, flexible rubber hoses prove far more reliable.
Orientflex specializes in fluid solutions. We offer a wide range of high-quality rubber hoses, including air hoses and water hoses. All our products meet strict quality standards. Contact us today to get the best fluid solution for your needs.