FAQs

Hoses FAQs

How do I select the best hose for my application?

How do I select the best hose for my application?
How are hose assemblies tested?
What’s the service life of a new hose?
How should I inspect my hose assemblies?
How can I extend the life of my hose assembly?
The more information you can gather about your needs, the easier it will be to select the correct hose. You’ll need to consider a number of factors: material compatibility, internal and external pressure, temperature of media and environment, size of the mating pipe or connection points, end fitting types, price, and lead time. You should also consider your application’s motion, deflection, offset, velocity, and volume of media. For help selecting the right hose, contact our Engineering team.
How do I choose the right hose length?
How do I choose the right hose diameter?
What’s the difference between a PTFE hose and a metal hose?
Typical testing for hose assemblies includes a visual inspection test, hydrostatic and/or pneumatic pressure tests, dye penetrant test, electrical continuity test, radiographic test, and mass spectrometer test.
The service life of a new hose depends on application, pressure, media, installation, environment, and maintenance. Hose fitting and hose coupling manufacturers offer guidance on hose life based on all of these factors. For help determining your hose life, contact our Engineering department.
Just like with any piece of equipment in a process system, you’ll need an applicable preventative maintenance schedule for your hose assembly. These schedules should consider the criticality and environmental impact of the equipment’s service. If you need help, Lamons has tools to support tracking and monitoring of your hose assembly’s life. To learn more, contact our Engineering department.
The key to extending the life of a hose assembly is to properly evaluate the application and service, and to choose a compatible hose. Proper installation, care, and maintenance of your hose assembly will also help to extend its life. Different applications and services also require different installation procedures, care, and maintenance cycles.

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