5 Tips For Hydraulic Hose Routing Routing hydraulic hose can be difficult and costly to do wrong. But there are a few tips you can follow that can help improve the longevity of your hoses and reduce your maintenance costs. 1. Follow The Contours Hydraulic systems can be complex and involve combinations of pipes, tubes, valves, filters, heat exchangers and hoses. Routing hydraulic hoses properly will ensure that each component is easily accessible for service, maintenance and repair. This involves taking the time to plan out a system layout and making sure that each line is running parallel to the... View Article
Hoses Hydraulic hoses are used in industrial applications for a variety of tasks, including lifting, forging, and stamping. You’ll find these hoses on everything from backhoes and excavators to the wing flaps on airplanes. Usually made of synthetic rubber, they are designed to be compatible with the hydraulic fluid and resist breaking down. They also have a reinforcing layer of coiled wire or a fabric cover that protects the inner tube from internal and external forces. Fittings Hydraulic fittings are components that connect hoses, pipes, or tubes within hydraulic systems. They need to be strong, versatile, and reliable in order to... View Article
Choose The Right Hose Choosing the right hydraulic hose is critical for your system’s longevity and efficiency. Several factors can influence hose life, including site damage, abrasion, and exposure to heat. • Be sure to choose a hose with the correct pressure rating and inside diameter. This will keep pressure loss to a minimum and prevent hose damage during heat generation or excessive turbulence. • Route hose parallel to machine contours to decrease hard angle bends that restrict flow and strain the hose. • Do not exceed a hose’s working pressure ratings because doing so will shorten hose life... View Article
