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Rotima is your partner when it comes to hose technology for electronics. Our extensive product range covers everything from standard hoses for general applications to specialized hose technology solutions for special requirements in the electronics industry. Our conduit technology provides optimum protection for cables and wires, contributing to the longevity and reliability of electronic devices.
With our large selection of materials, diameters and flexibility levels, we always deliver exactly the right solution for your needs. Regardless of whether the required conduit technology involves heat resistance, chemical resistance or simply mechanical protection. We always provide you with the right hose technology. Rely on our in-depth expert knowledge and let us advise you on the best hose applications for your application.
With our large selection of materials, diameters and flexibility levels, we always deliver exactly the right solution for your needs. Regardless of whether the required conduit technology involves heat resistance, chemical resistance or simply mechanical protection. We always provide you with the right hose technology. Rely on our in-depth expert knowledge and let us advise you on the best hose applications for your application.
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Hose technology as standard and customized
In our range you will find a variety of sizes, colors and materials that meet all industry-standard specifications and are suitable for precise applications. Each product in our range has been carefully selected to ensure the highest quality and performance.
Below you will find detailed tables with sizes and technical data for each of our hoses. These tables provide you with all the important information at a glance, including diameter, temperature range and material properties. This way you can ensure that you find the right hose for your specific requirements.
Below you will find detailed tables with sizes and technical data for each of our hoses. These tables provide you with all the important information at a glance, including diameter, temperature range and material properties. This way you can ensure that you find the right hose for your specific requirements.
Industrial hoses
Industrial hoses are of crucial importance in the modern industrial landscape. The right conduit technology provides reliable protection and precise routing for cables and wires in a variety of electronic applications.
Chemical hoses
Chemical hoses are an essential component in modern industry. The special hose technology was developed to meet the high demands of transporting and handling chemicals in electronic manufacturing processes.
Food hoses
Food hoses represent innovative hose technology that combines the highest hygiene standards with state-of-the-art electronics. They must guarantee the safety and quality of food during transportation and processing.
PTFE shrink tubing
PTFE shrink tubing is a high-quality solution in tubing technology for efficiently protecting sensitive electronic components from environmental influences. At the same time, they ensure excellent electrical insulation.
Shrink tubing
Heat-shrink tubing is an indispensable aid in modern electrical engineering. They not only provide reliable protection for cables and wires, but are also a simple and effective method of electrical insulation and marking in tubing technology.
Silicone hoses
Silicone hoses are important when it comes to the reliable and safe routing and protection of cables and wires in demanding electronic applications. In tubing technology, they stand for exceptional flexibility, heat resistance and chemical stability.
Protective hoses
In hose technology, a protective conduit is a flexible conduit. It is used to protect cables, lines or hoses from mechanical damage, environmental influences or chemical substances. Protective conduits are used in various applications. In electrical installations, mechanical engineering or automotive applications, they protect and insulate the components running through them safely and reliably.
Hose technology range for fluoroplastic hoses
PTFE, FEP and PFA fluoroplastic hoses are being used to meet increasingly stringent requirements in terms of chemical resistance, heat stress and hygiene. A Teflon hose is used in many industries such as electrical engineering and electronics, medical technology, the pharmaceutical industry, chemicals, laboratory technology and control technology as well as the food industry. Modern hose technology must meet ever higher expectations in terms of electrical insulation, application safety and resistance.
PTFE hoses (hose technology made from polytetrafluoroethylene)
The PTFE hose Sub-Lite-Wall (SLW) is a microminiature extrudate with maximum precision in terms of dimensions and uniformity. Tolerances are maintained uniformly over the entire length of the tubing. Sub-Lite-Wall tubing is also available as heat-shrink tubing. As a tubing technology, they are the thinnest PTFE shrink tubing in the world
Hose technology: Technical data sheet PTFE hoses
FEP hoses (fluoroethylene propylene hose technology)
FEP fluoroplastic tubing is a special tubing technology that is mainly used in its transparent form. Fluoroethylene propylene is a simpler, thermoformable and processable fluorocarbon plastic and has a wide thermal operating range. In hose technology, fully fluorinated FEP is closest to PTFE, which is also fully fluorinated. Its advantages include good drawability, weldability and crystal-clear transparency. FEP hoses are also characterized by excellent electrical insulation and resistance to ageing. Transparent FEP tubing has a non-porous and anti-adhesive inner wall. They are always used when sensitive and aggressive liquids and media are transported inside the hose. All standard sterilization processes are possible with this tubing technology. Fluoroplastic hoses made of FEP are FDA-compliant on request and are widely used in medical technology, the pharmaceutical industry and the food sector. FEP has a very high chemical resistance and is resistant to all common solvents and gases, both alkaline and acidic.
The Teflon hoses made of FEP, which are distributed and supplied by Rotima, are mainly produced by premium manufacturers.
FEP fluoroplastic tubing is also available from us as heat-shrink tubing and dual wall heat-shrink tubing.
The Teflon hoses made of FEP, which are distributed and supplied by Rotima, are mainly produced by premium manufacturers.
FEP fluoroplastic tubing is also available from us as heat-shrink tubing and dual wall heat-shrink tubing.
Hose technology: Technical data sheet FEP hoses
PFA hose
PFA fluoroplastic hoses combine the chemical product advantages of PTFE hoses with the excellent mechanical and technical properties of FEP hoses. They have the highest and best chemical resistance and are thermoformable and translucent. The high pressure load, temperature resistance, chemical resistance, excellent dielectric properties as well as thermoplastic processing are combined in perfluoroalkoxy. PFA tubing has a high flexural fatigue strength and is less sensitive to kinking than PTFE tubing. The high-tech application is versatile: medical technology, pharmaceutical applications, food industry, trace analysis devices, etc. Thanks to the outstanding dielectric properties of PFA, unexpected areas of application have also opened up, such as in electronics and power engineering.
Technical data
PTFE-FEP double-wall shrink tubing
The PTFE-FEP double-wall shrink tubing, also known as dual shrink tubing, works like a shrink tubing with an inner hot-melt adhesive. When a shrink temperature of approx. 330 °C is reached, the inner FEP layer of the double-walled shrink tubing liquefies and seals the shrinkable material permanently and tightly.
As a thermoplastic fluoroplastic, the FEP inner layer is permanently temperature-resistant and also resistant to chemicals. A dual shrink sleeve is used when the object to be shrunk, such as cable, connector, wire, splice, connection clip, etc., must be permanently sealed against environmental influences and a moisture-proof encapsulation is to be achieved.
As a thermoplastic fluoroplastic, the FEP inner layer is permanently temperature-resistant and also resistant to chemicals. A dual shrink sleeve is used when the object to be shrunk, such as cable, connector, wire, splice, connection clip, etc., must be permanently sealed against environmental influences and a moisture-proof encapsulation is to be achieved.
Technical data
FEP/EFEP double-wall shrink tubing
The double-wall FEP/EFEP shrink tubing works like a shrink tubing with an inner hot-melt adhesive. When a shrink temperature of approx. 200 °C is reached, the inner EFEP layer of the double-walled shrink sleeve liquefies and seals the shrinkable material permanently and tightly.
The advantage of the FEP/EFEP over the standard PTFE/FEP double-wall heat shrink tubing is the significantly lower shrink temperature of approx. 215 °C.
The advantage of the FEP/EFEP over the standard PTFE/FEP double-wall heat shrink tubing is the significantly lower shrink temperature of approx. 215 °C.
Technical data
PTFE heat shrink tubing 4 : 1
The special Teflon shrink tubing 4:1 made of PTFE has high chemical resistance, UV resistance and low frictional resistance. High heat resistance and a wide range of applications characterize this PTFE shrink tubing.
Shrink ratio: 4 : 1
Shrink temperature: 340°C
Continuous operating temperature: -200°C to +260°C
Standard color: natural
Delivery form: 4FT = 1.22 m or lengths as required
Shrink ratio: 4 : 1
Shrink temperature: 340°C
Continuous operating temperature: -200°C to +260°C
Standard color: natural
Delivery form: 4FT = 1.22 m or lengths as required
Technical data
PTFE heat shrink tubing 2 : 1
The special Teflon shrink tubing 2:1 made of PTFE has high chemical resistance, UV resistance and low frictional resistance. High heat resistance and a wide range of applications characterize this PTFE shrink tubing.
Shrink ratio: 2 : 1
Shrink temperature: 340°C
Continuous operating temperature: -200°C to +260°C
Standard color: natural
Delivery form: 4FT = 1.22 m or lengths as required
Shrink ratio: 2 : 1
Shrink temperature: 340°C
Continuous operating temperature: -200°C to +260°C
Standard color: natural
Delivery form: 4FT = 1.22 m or lengths as required
Technical data
PTFE heat-shrink tubing Sub-Lite-Wall
This PTFE shrink tubing in sub-lite-wall format is the thinnest conventional Teflon shrink tubing in the world. The shrink rate is diameter specific, see size chart. PTFE microminiature heat shrink tubing offers the highest precision in dimensions and uniformity. Tolerances are maintained over the entire length of the heat shrink tubing. This tubing is only available extruded, which means that it does not have an additional shrinkage rate. This results from the size table.
Shrinkage ratio: individual
Shrink temperature: 340°C
Continuous operating temperature: -200°C to +260°C
Standard color: natural
Delivery form: 4FT = 1.22 m or lengths as required
Shrinkage ratio: individual
Shrink temperature: 340°C
Continuous operating temperature: -200°C to +260°C
Standard color: natural
Delivery form: 4FT = 1.22 m or lengths as required
Technical data
FEP heat shrink tubing 2 : 1
Teflon shrink tubing made of FEP is chemically very resistant and inert. Particularly suitable as splinter protection for lights and neon lights in the food sector. Used wherever high hygiene standards are required and caustic cleaning agents or chemicals are handled. Sterilizable. Flame retardant UL 94 V-0
Technical data
FEP shrink tubing 1.3 : 1 and 1.6 : 1
Teflon shrink tubing made of FEP is chemically very resistant and inert. Particularly suitable as splinter protection for UV lights and neon lights in the food sector. Used wherever high hygiene standards are required and caustic cleaning agents or chemicals are handled.
Technical data
FEP heat shrink tubing 110 °C
Fast-shrinking FEP shrink tubing, also known as Fast Heat Shrinking (FHS), stands for fast-shrinking FEP shrink tubing, which is used from a shrink temperature of just 110 °C. The major advantages of a reduced shrink temperature are time savings due to the rapid shrinking process and, above all, the use with heat and heat-sensitive goods such as thermometers, PVC or other materials that cannot withstand normal shrink temperatures of 175 °C and more.
Product range
The series of fast and low temperature shrinkable FEP heat shrink tubing from 110°C combines the outstanding properties of FEP with high resistance to temperature, stress and chemicals with its unique advantage of a low shrink temperature of 110°C. This allows many materials to be shrunk mechanically. This allows many materials to be covered with FEP for mechanical, electrical and chemical protection. The applications for FEP heat shrink tubing are very diverse and include insulation for rechargeable batteries, insulation for medical devices, cable sheaths, non-stick rolls, sensor and probe covers, hose protection, electrical terminal insulation and much more. Another important area of application is glass splinter protection for neon and UV lights in the food sector. A major advantage of FEP shrink tubing is that it is heat-sealed. This means that parts can be covered with the material and then heat-sealed so that complete encapsulation can be achieved. This application is primarily used in the manufacture of corrosion-resistant sensor probes in the process industry. In addition, the non-stick properties are retained.
Product range
The series of fast and low temperature shrinkable FEP heat shrink tubing from 110°C combines the outstanding properties of FEP with high resistance to temperature, stress and chemicals with its unique advantage of a low shrink temperature of 110°C. This allows many materials to be shrunk mechanically. This allows many materials to be covered with FEP for mechanical, electrical and chemical protection. The applications for FEP heat shrink tubing are very diverse and include insulation for rechargeable batteries, insulation for medical devices, cable sheaths, non-stick rolls, sensor and probe covers, hose protection, electrical terminal insulation and much more. Another important area of application is glass splinter protection for neon and UV lights in the food sector. A major advantage of FEP shrink tubing is that it is heat-sealed. This means that parts can be covered with the material and then heat-sealed so that complete encapsulation can be achieved. This application is primarily used in the manufacture of corrosion-resistant sensor probes in the process industry. In addition, the non-stick properties are retained.
Technical data
FEP roller coating with shrinkage
Covering rollers of all kinds with FEP shrink tubing is particularly useful in the textile, printing, paper and food packaging sectors. Not only is the service life of the rollers significantly extended, but the end product running over the rollers also gains in quality. The fact that much cleaner rollers can be used for production is a decisive factor, because on the one hand practically no contamination sticks to the homogeneous FEP layer - on the other hand, thanks to its chemical resistance, it can be cleaned with solvents or even chemical substances that the unprotected roller would not be able to withstand. Other important aspects include the high temperature resistance, abrasion resistance and moisture resistance of the Teflon coating.
Technical data
Hose technology range for special hoses
Interference suppression capacitors for minimizing interference are electrical capacitors that reduce interference to radio reception (e.g. in mains filters). They conduct high-frequency interference signals, caused by the operation of electrical or electronic equipment, to earth or the neutral conductor or short-circuit them. In this way, they reduce electromagnetic interference. In addition, interference suppression capacitors must protect the appliance from mains-side overvoltages and also suppress conducted feedback from the appliance to the supply network.
Polyimide hose
Interference suppression capacitors for minimizing interference are electrical capacitors that reduce interference to radio reception (e.g. in mains filters). They conduct high-frequency interference signals, caused by the operation of electrical or electronic equipment, to earth or the neutral conductor or short-circuit them. In this way, they reduce electromagnetic interference. In addition, interference suppression capacitors must protect the appliance from mains-side overvoltages and also suppress conducted feedback from the appliance to the supply network.
Product range
The properties of polyimide hoses are far superior to those of conventional thermoplastics. The high-performance plastic polyimide is temperature-resistant up to +220°C and chemically very resistant (even to many solvents). Furthermore, polyimide tubing has excellent mechanical properties (abrasion resistance) and offers long-term resistance to UV and radioactive radiation. Thanks to its good electrical insulation properties, polyimide tubing is also ideal for insulating micro cables. Furthermore, polyimide tubing offers the smallest inner diameters, wall thicknesses and manufacturing tolerances.
Thanks to its versatile properties, polyimide tubing is used in numerous applications such as in electronics for micromotors, magnetic heads, miniature relays, sensor technology, in microelectronics with the tightest packing, in medical technology for catheters, endoscopy, intravascular drug delivery and in a wide variety of medical devices; polyimide tubing is also used in the chemical industry for laboratory probes, in analytical devices and wherever chemical resistance is required.
Polyimide tubing can be supplied in a wide variety of configurations and designs to suit specific applications.
Kapton is the protected name for polyimide film from the DuPont company. In the electrical industry, the name Kapton has become established as a generic term for polyimide.
Thanks to its versatile properties, polyimide tubing is used in numerous applications such as in electronics for micromotors, magnetic heads, miniature relays, sensor technology, in microelectronics with the tightest packing, in medical technology for catheters, endoscopy, intravascular drug delivery and in a wide variety of medical devices; polyimide tubing is also used in the chemical industry for laboratory probes, in analytical devices and wherever chemical resistance is required.
Polyimide tubing can be supplied in a wide variety of configurations and designs to suit specific applications.
- Clearances from 0.051 mm (AWG 44) to 2.59 mm (AWG 10), with extremely thin wall thicknesses down to 0.0064 mm.
- With built-in or external braid reinforcement made of stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, Kevlar, polyester, etc.
- With built-in flat steel spiral (patent pending).
- X-ray impermeable version for medical technology (built-in steel wire).
- Colored: black, green, red, orange, gold, turquoise, salmon. In medical products/devices with FDA approvals, only natural-colored and black tubing is used.
- Multilumen tubing.
- Tubing with a specially profiled cross-section can be produced within certain limits.
- The hoses can be equipped with different internal features, e.g. with thermocouple wires, steel inserts, signal lines.
- Multiple constructions, consisting of PI, in combination with PUR, PA, polyester, Formvar, PTFE, FEP etc.
- Polyimide-coated PTFE and FEP tubing for catheter technology: minimal internal friction, good mechanical properties, flexibility.
Kapton is the protected name for polyimide film from the DuPont company. In the electrical industry, the name Kapton has become established as a generic term for polyimide.
Sizes and properties
Standard lengths / design of micro-miniature polyimide tubing
The table below shows the standard lengths. Two versions are supplied. "Electrical": Here the inside of the tubing is not specially cleaned. In the "Medical" version, the inside is cleaned (max. 200 ppm copper, typical value below 100 ppm Cu).
The table below shows the standard lengths. Two versions are supplied. "Electrical": Here the inside of the tubing is not specially cleaned. In the "Medical" version, the inside is cleaned (max. 200 ppm copper, typical value below 100 ppm Cu).
Polyimide tubing: standard sizes and tolerances
Tolerances for wall thicknesses are generally +/- 25 % of the wall thickness.
Possible wall thicknesses in mm: 0.0064 / 0.013 / 0.019 / 0.025 / 0.038 / 0.051 / 0.076 / 0.10 / 0.127 / 0.152 / 0.178
Tolerances for wall thicknesses are generally +/- 25 % of the wall thickness.
Possible wall thicknesses in mm: 0.0064 / 0.013 / 0.019 / 0.025 / 0.038 / 0.051 / 0.076 / 0.10 / 0.127 / 0.152 / 0.178
Properties of processed Vespel polyimide molded materials (Du Pont) / Kapton
Thermal properties:
Mechanical properties:
Electrical properties:
Special hoses PEEK
PEEK tubing (material: polyetheretherketone) is a high-temperature-resistant thermoplastic and is characterized by its very high continuous service temperature of + 240°C, its resistance to high-energy radiation and its very high chemical resistance and durability. In addition, PEEK has a high bursting pressure, very good sliding and friction properties, maximum dimensional stability under heat and very high creep resistance.
Technical data and sizes
Sizes
All PEEK™ hoses are custom-made. They are also available in Sub-Lite-Wall® configurations with wall thicknesses of up to 0.05 mm. Many sizes are also available with tolerances of +/- 0.025 mm (0.001″).
The following dimensions are for reference only.
All PEEK™ hoses are custom-made. They are also available in Sub-Lite-Wall® configurations with wall thicknesses of up to 0.05 mm. Many sizes are also available with tolerances of +/- 0.025 mm (0.001″).
The following dimensions are for reference only.
Further information
"Victrex " - PEEK grades "Victrex" - PEEK is available in a variety of unreinforced and fiber-reinforced grades for injection molding. The unreinforced granulate for universal injection molding processing bears the type designation PEEK 450G. Due to their outstanding properties, PEEK Victrex tubes are suitable for a wide range of applications such as: Medical technology, aerospace, automotive industry and energy technology. Thanks to its excellent mechanical properties and resistance to chemicals and temperatures, PEEK Victrex tube is also an excellent choice for use in the chemical industry.
"Victrex " - PEEK grades "Victrex" - PEEK is available in a variety of unreinforced and fiber-reinforced grades for injection molding. The unreinforced granulate for universal injection molding processing bears the type designation PEEK 450G. Due to their outstanding properties, PEEK Victrex tubes are suitable for a wide range of applications such as: Medical technology, aerospace, automotive industry and energy technology. Thanks to its excellent mechanical properties and resistance to chemicals and temperatures, PEEK Victrex tube is also an excellent choice for use in the chemical industry.
General properties
Thermal properties:
Mechanical properties:
Electrical properties:
Flammability
PEEK shrink tubing
PEEK shrink tubing (material: polyetheretherketone) is a high-temperature-resistant thermoplastic and is characterized by its very high continuous service temperature of + 260°C, its resistance to high-energy radiation and its very high chemical resistance and durability. In addition, PEEK has a high bursting pressure, very good sliding and friction properties, maximum dimensional stability under heat and very high creep resistance.
Sizes and further information
Sizes
Further information
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Further information on hose technology
For further information on the subject of conduit technology in electrical engineering, where conduits are used to bundle and protect electrical cables, you will find frequently asked questions and detailed answers here, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of these essential components in electronics.
What are the most important areas of application for hose technology?
The most important areas of application for hose technology are
1. pneumatics: Hoses are often used in pneumatics to transport and control compressed air or other gases. They are used, for example, in pneumatic tools, pneumatic control systems or in the automotive industry.
2. hydraulics: In hydraulics, hoses are used to transport hydraulic fluids such as oil or water and to regulate pressure. They are used in construction machinery, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles and many other areas.
3. medicine and biotechnology: Hoses are used in medicine and biotechnology to transport fluids such as blood or chemicals. They are used, for example, in medical devices, laboratory equipment or in the pharmaceutical industry.
4. food industry: Special hoses that are approved for contact with food are used in the food industry. They are used, for example, in the beverage industry, dairies or in food processing.
5. chemical industry: Hoses are also used in the chemical industry to transport aggressive chemicals. They must be resistant to various chemicals and be able to withstand high temperatures.
6. automotive industry: Hoses are used in various places in the automotive industry, for example for cooling the engine, the fuel line or the brake line.
This list is not exhaustive, as hoses can be used in many different areas where the transportation of liquids or gases is required.
1. pneumatics: Hoses are often used in pneumatics to transport and control compressed air or other gases. They are used, for example, in pneumatic tools, pneumatic control systems or in the automotive industry.
2. hydraulics: In hydraulics, hoses are used to transport hydraulic fluids such as oil or water and to regulate pressure. They are used in construction machinery, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles and many other areas.
3. medicine and biotechnology: Hoses are used in medicine and biotechnology to transport fluids such as blood or chemicals. They are used, for example, in medical devices, laboratory equipment or in the pharmaceutical industry.
4. food industry: Special hoses that are approved for contact with food are used in the food industry. They are used, for example, in the beverage industry, dairies or in food processing.
5. chemical industry: Hoses are also used in the chemical industry to transport aggressive chemicals. They must be resistant to various chemicals and be able to withstand high temperatures.
6. automotive industry: Hoses are used in various places in the automotive industry, for example for cooling the engine, the fuel line or the brake line.
This list is not exhaustive, as hoses can be used in many different areas where the transportation of liquids or gases is required.
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What different materials are used in hose technology and what are they suitable for?
Various materials are used in hose technology, depending on the requirements and areas of application. Here are some of the most common materials and their uses:
1. rubber: Rubber is a very versatile material and is often used for hoses that require flexibility, resistance to chemicals and weathering. It is suitable for applications such as air and water hoses, oil hoses and hydraulic hoses.
2. silicone: Silicone hoses are characterized by their high temperature resistance and are often used in high-temperature applications such as the automotive industry or food processing. They are also resistant to UV radiation and ozone.
3. PVC (polyvinyl chloride): PVC hoses are inexpensive and widely used. They are resistant to most chemicals and are suitable for various applications such as air and water hoses, garden hoses and sewage hoses.
4. polyurethane: Polyurethane hoses are highly resistant to abrasion and are often used in applications with high mechanical loads, such as in industry, mining or agriculture. They are also resistant to oils and chemicals.
5. teflon (PTFE): PTFE hoses are highly resistant to chemicals and high temperatures. They are often used in applications that require high chemical resistance, such as the chemical industry or food processing.
6. metal: Metal hoses are made of stainless steel or other metallic materials and offer high pressure and temperature resistance. They are often used in high-pressure or high-temperature applications, such as steam piping or in the chemical industry.
This list is not exhaustive, as there are many more materials and combinations that can be used in hose technology. The selection of the right material depends on the specific requirements of the application, such as temperature, pressure, chemical resistance and mechanical stress.
1. rubber: Rubber is a very versatile material and is often used for hoses that require flexibility, resistance to chemicals and weathering. It is suitable for applications such as air and water hoses, oil hoses and hydraulic hoses.
2. silicone: Silicone hoses are characterized by their high temperature resistance and are often used in high-temperature applications such as the automotive industry or food processing. They are also resistant to UV radiation and ozone.
3. PVC (polyvinyl chloride): PVC hoses are inexpensive and widely used. They are resistant to most chemicals and are suitable for various applications such as air and water hoses, garden hoses and sewage hoses.
4. polyurethane: Polyurethane hoses are highly resistant to abrasion and are often used in applications with high mechanical loads, such as in industry, mining or agriculture. They are also resistant to oils and chemicals.
5. teflon (PTFE): PTFE hoses are highly resistant to chemicals and high temperatures. They are often used in applications that require high chemical resistance, such as the chemical industry or food processing.
6. metal: Metal hoses are made of stainless steel or other metallic materials and offer high pressure and temperature resistance. They are often used in high-pressure or high-temperature applications, such as steam piping or in the chemical industry.
This list is not exhaustive, as there are many more materials and combinations that can be used in hose technology. The selection of the right material depends on the specific requirements of the application, such as temperature, pressure, chemical resistance and mechanical stress.
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How are hoses manufactured in the industry and what factors need to be taken into account?
Hoses are generally manufactured in the industry by extrusion. The extrusion process begins with the preparation of the raw material, which can be in the form of granules or powder. The material is then fed into an extrusion machine, which consists of a hollow chamber through which the material is pressed under pressure.
During the extrusion process, the material is forced through a die that creates the desired shape of the tube. The die has an opening that determines the shape of the hose and can be adjusted as required to produce hoses with different diameters and wall thicknesses.
During the extrusion process, various factors must be taken into account to ensure the quality of the hose. These include the temperature, pressure and speed at which the material is pressed through the extrusion machine. These parameters must be carefully controlled and adjusted to ensure that the hose has the desired properties, such as flexibility, strength and resistance to chemicals or high temperatures.
In addition, additives such as plasticizers or reinforcing fibres can also be mixed into the raw material to further improve the desired properties of the hose.
After the extrusion process, the hoses can undergo further processing steps, such as cutting to the desired length, fitting fittings or testing for quality and tightness.
Overall, the production of hoses in the industry is a complex process that requires careful control and adjustment of various factors in order to manufacture high-quality products that meet the requirements of the respective application.
During the extrusion process, the material is forced through a die that creates the desired shape of the tube. The die has an opening that determines the shape of the hose and can be adjusted as required to produce hoses with different diameters and wall thicknesses.
During the extrusion process, various factors must be taken into account to ensure the quality of the hose. These include the temperature, pressure and speed at which the material is pressed through the extrusion machine. These parameters must be carefully controlled and adjusted to ensure that the hose has the desired properties, such as flexibility, strength and resistance to chemicals or high temperatures.
In addition, additives such as plasticizers or reinforcing fibres can also be mixed into the raw material to further improve the desired properties of the hose.
After the extrusion process, the hoses can undergo further processing steps, such as cutting to the desired length, fitting fittings or testing for quality and tightness.
Overall, the production of hoses in the industry is a complex process that requires careful control and adjustment of various factors in order to manufacture high-quality products that meet the requirements of the respective application.
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What special requirements do hoses have to meet in the food industry and how are they fulfilled?
Hoses in the food industry must meet certain specific requirements to ensure that they meet the highest hygienic standards and guarantee food safety. Some of the most important requirements are
1. food compatibility: hoses must be made of materials that are approved for contact with food and do not release harmful substances into the food.
2. hygienic properties: Hoses must be smooth and easy to clean to avoid the accumulation of dirt, bacteria or other contaminants. They should also be resistant to detergents and disinfectants.
3. temperature resistance: hoses in the food industry must be able to transport both hot and cold liquids without deforming or damaging the material.
4. pressure resistance: hoses must be able to withstand the pressure generated during the transportation of liquids in the food industry without leaking or bursting.
5. flexibility: the hoses should be flexible enough to bend easily in different directions and adapt to the different requirements of food processing.
To meet these requirements, special food-grade hose materials such as silicone, polyethylene or PVC are used. These materials offer high food compatibility, are easy to clean and resistant to high temperatures and pressure. Furthermore, special processes such as extrusion or molding are used to make the hoses smooth and hygienic. Additionally, protective layers or reinforcements can be added to improve pressure and temperature resistance. Compliance with the requirements is often verified by certifications such as the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) or the European Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004 on food contact materials.
1. food compatibility: hoses must be made of materials that are approved for contact with food and do not release harmful substances into the food.
2. hygienic properties: Hoses must be smooth and easy to clean to avoid the accumulation of dirt, bacteria or other contaminants. They should also be resistant to detergents and disinfectants.
3. temperature resistance: hoses in the food industry must be able to transport both hot and cold liquids without deforming or damaging the material.
4. pressure resistance: hoses must be able to withstand the pressure generated during the transportation of liquids in the food industry without leaking or bursting.
5. flexibility: the hoses should be flexible enough to bend easily in different directions and adapt to the different requirements of food processing.
To meet these requirements, special food-grade hose materials such as silicone, polyethylene or PVC are used. These materials offer high food compatibility, are easy to clean and resistant to high temperatures and pressure. Furthermore, special processes such as extrusion or molding are used to make the hoses smooth and hygienic. Additionally, protective layers or reinforcements can be added to improve pressure and temperature resistance. Compliance with the requirements is often verified by certifications such as the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) or the European Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004 on food contact materials.
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What innovations are currently available in hose technology and how could they influence the industry in the future?
There are currently several innovations in hose technology that could have an impact on the industry:
1. smart hoses: by integrating sensors and IoT technology, hoses can measure and monitor data such as pressure, temperature and flow. This enables more precise control of processes and early detection of problems or leaks.
2. biocompatible hoses: For applications in the field of medical technology, hoses are being developed that are biocompatible and do not release harmful substances. This allows them to be used in sensitive medical applications such as implants or in pharmaceutical production.
3. lightweight hoses: The development of hoses made from new materials makes it possible for them to be lighter and yet resistant. This reduces the weight of machines and vehicles and can lead to improved energy efficiency.
4. hoses with self-healing properties: By incorporating self-healing materials, hoses can repair small tears or leaks on their own. This reduces downtime and maintenance costs.
5. 3D printed hoses: With the advancement of 3D printing technology, hoses can now be printed in complex shapes. This enables customized solutions for specific applications and reduces the need for connectors.
These innovations could impact the industry in various ways in the future:
- Increased efficiency: smart hoses allow for more precise control of processes, which can lead to improved efficiency and cost savings. The early detection of problems can also reduce downtime.
- Safety improvement: The integration of sensors and IoT technology in hoses enables continuous monitoring and early detection of leaks or other potentially dangerous situations. This improves the safety of working environments and equipment.
- Sustainability: Lightweight hoses reduce the amount of material used and the weight of machines and vehicles. This leads to improved energy efficiency and reduces CO2 emissions.
- Precision and reliability: By integrating sensors, hoses can enable accurate measurement and control. This improves the precision of processes and increases the reliability of systems.
Overall, these innovations could further develop hose technology in the industry and lead to more efficient, safer and more sustainable processes.
1. smart hoses: by integrating sensors and IoT technology, hoses can measure and monitor data such as pressure, temperature and flow. This enables more precise control of processes and early detection of problems or leaks.
2. biocompatible hoses: For applications in the field of medical technology, hoses are being developed that are biocompatible and do not release harmful substances. This allows them to be used in sensitive medical applications such as implants or in pharmaceutical production.
3. lightweight hoses: The development of hoses made from new materials makes it possible for them to be lighter and yet resistant. This reduces the weight of machines and vehicles and can lead to improved energy efficiency.
4. hoses with self-healing properties: By incorporating self-healing materials, hoses can repair small tears or leaks on their own. This reduces downtime and maintenance costs.
5. 3D printed hoses: With the advancement of 3D printing technology, hoses can now be printed in complex shapes. This enables customized solutions for specific applications and reduces the need for connectors.
These innovations could impact the industry in various ways in the future:
- Increased efficiency: smart hoses allow for more precise control of processes, which can lead to improved efficiency and cost savings. The early detection of problems can also reduce downtime.
- Safety improvement: The integration of sensors and IoT technology in hoses enables continuous monitoring and early detection of leaks or other potentially dangerous situations. This improves the safety of working environments and equipment.
- Sustainability: Lightweight hoses reduce the amount of material used and the weight of machines and vehicles. This leads to improved energy efficiency and reduces CO2 emissions.
- Precision and reliability: By integrating sensors, hoses can enable accurate measurement and control. This improves the precision of processes and increases the reliability of systems.
Overall, these innovations could further develop hose technology in the industry and lead to more efficient, safer and more sustainable processes.
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