The hydraulic hose can be widely used for many applications, and today I am going to share some tips on how to choose a hydraulic hose.
As we all know that the hydraulic hose can be assembled for many applications, so it will be much more important to choose the right hydraulic hose. A hydraulic hose conveys hydraulic fluid to or between hydraulic components. Components include valves, tools, and actuators. Hydraulic hose is usually flexible and reinforced. The hose is often made up of several layers of reinforcement.
Why Is It Important to Select a Suitable Hydraulic Hose?
Selecting the correct hydraulic hose is not just a matter of matching size; it is a critical decision that directly impacts the safety, efficiency, and longevity of the entire hydraulic system. Using the wrong hose can lead to a range of serious issues, from premature failure and fluid leaks to catastrophic equipment damage and personal injury.
The right hose ensures optimal flow, pressure handling, and material compatibility, preventing downtime and maintaining a safe operational environment. A thorough understanding of the application’s specific needs is essential for choosing a hose that will perform reliably under all conditions.
- Safety: A mismatched hose can burst under pressure, releasing high-velocity fluid that can cause severe injuries or fire hazards.
- Performance: The correct hose size ensures proper fluid velocity and flow, preventing energy loss, heat generation, and inefficient system operation.
- Durability: Hoses must be compatible with the hydraulic fluid and able to withstand the system’s temperature range and external environmental factors like abrasion and UV exposure.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Choosing the right hose from the start prevents premature failures, reduces the need for frequent replacements, and minimizes costly downtime for repairs.
- System Integrity: An appropriate hose and fitting combination ensures a secure, leak-free connection, protecting the system from contamination and maintaining operational efficiency.
Stamped Hose Selection [S.T.A.M.P.E.D Hose Selection]
Hydraulic hoses are willing to be used in various environments, and there is a good principle – STAMPED (the English abbreviation of terms, Size, Temperature, Application, Material, Pressure, Ends, Delivery) that can guide you on how to select the best hydraulic hose for your own. Demystifying Hydraulic Hose Abbreviations: What You Need to Know
The s.t.a.m.p.e.d hose selection is the principal for your hydraulic hose selection, and this can help you get your desired hydraulic hose.
Size
At the very beginning, we need to know the hydraulic hose structure. The size of the hydraulic hose is basically important for you to consider, and here are some specifications for you to measure the hydraulic hose.
- ID: Inner diameter, or inside diameter
- OD: Outer diameter, or outside diameter
- Length: The length of a hydraulic hose
And here is the guide on how to measure a hydraulic hose, and you can use the vernier caliper to measure the size of the hydraulic hose, to know these 3 basic specifications, I.D, O.D, and length.
Here we have different sizes of hydraulic hoses for you to choose from, and please feel free to contact us any time to choose the most suitable hose pipe for your project.
Temperature (Ambient & Media Temperature)
Here is the standard hydraulic hose temperature rating for you to consider, and most hydraulic hose materials have a working temperature range. And you can see the specifications from our hydraulic hose detailed product page.
What temperature are hydraulic hoses rated? And we need to consider the hydraulic hose temperature rating, both ambient temperature, and media temperature.
- Ambient Temperature: This is the temperature outside of the hydraulic hose, which means the temperature in the surrounding environment. You need to consider the ambient temperature during hydraulic hose service life, too low ambient temperature will cause hydraulic hose brittle and crack.
- Media Temperature: This is the temperature of media flowing through the hydraulic hose, the temperature of hydraulic fluids for conveyance. And media temperature also impacts the hydraulic hose life span, please the media temperature lower than the maximum rated temperature.
Hydraulic hoses are constructed from a synthetic rubber material reinforced with steel wire, which allows them to operate effectively in high-temperature environments. A typical rubber hydraulic hose is rated for continuous operation up to 212°F (100°C), but many hoses are designed to withstand a much wider range of temperatures. If you’re ever unsure about the specific temperature rating for your hydraulic project, don’t hesitate to reach out to us for guidance.
For applications involving extreme heat, such as those near hot manifolds or furnaces, hoses made from materials like stainless steel or steel wire are a better choice, as they can withstand temperatures up to 800°F (427°C). It is crucial to select the right hose based on your specific operational needs. Additionally, if a hose must be routed near a heat source, using protective heat shields is a highly recommended measure to prevent thermal damage and ensure the longevity and safety of your hydraulic system.
Application
The hydraulic hose has a wide application, and you can see it in many places.
For some construction projects of government and industry, hydraulic hoses will be considered and applied. And hydraulic hoses can be assembled the all types of machinery, including industrial machinery, mining machinery, petroleum machinery and etc; and some other big transportation facilities, such as oil tank trucks, auto trucks, watering cart tank cars, and so on.
And our hydraulic hose manufacturer is professional in manufacturing all types of hydraulic hoses to meet any hydraulic hose applications. And the hydraulic hose can be designed with excellent durability and flexibility to be rated for the minimum radius bend.
We are pleased to hear that your application, and select the most suitable hydraulic hose for you.
Material
The hydraulic hose can be made of synthetic rubber material, and here is the structure diagram of the hydraulic hose.
Here are 3 layers of a hydraulic hose, and the raw material used to make them can be different. The inner tube is made of synthetic rubber; and the reinforcement can be made of stainless steel wire, rubber cloth, and other materials; the outer cover is made of synthetic rubber material.
And different materials are manufactured for the hydraulic hoses for different applications.
Pressure
Pressure is the important parameter, and you can find the accurate hydraulic hose pressure chart from our hydraulic hose product page, and hydraulic hose can be assembled under high pressure, and you can get the working pressure and burst pressure of the hydraulic hose too.
Ends
And then we need to choose the right hydraulic hose ends to connect the hydraulic hoses together for the hydraulic products. Here “Ends,” or “couplings” refer to the ends of a hose designed for connection. Permanent couplings are designed for connection at a specific, unmoving location; field-attachable couplings can be used in multiple locations using crimpers to seal the coupling.
Delivery
Delivery refers to the hydraulic hose delivery and relative rarity of the hydraulic hose. Ascertain how many hoses are required and when they should be delivered. This step is also important, and you can make decisions about how your picked hydraulic hoses should be delivered to your side. And here we have a big hydraulic hose warehouse near the manufacturer to stock up the finished hydraulic hose.
And the finished hydraulic hoses will be packed by the woven bag or plastic film to make it much easier to ship the hydraulic hoses to your destination. We will layout the hydraulic hoses, to place them in order.
Conclusion
The S.T.A.M.P.E.D is the standard for helping you select your desired hydraulic hose in the right way. And the size is basically an important standard you need to guide you to find the most suitable hydraulic hose.
Here is the Hydraulic Hose Size Chart pdf, and you can get the detailed specifications about each hydraulic hose, including size (inch size, dash size), working pressure, burst pressure, bend radius, weight, length, and etc. And I hope this hydraulic hose size chart can help you get your desired hydraulic hose.
Please don’t be hesitate to contact us at any time if you have any questions about selecting a hydraulic hose.
