Convoluted Fluoropolymer Hose with Polypropylene Braid
Engineered and supplied by ASK Innocomp for extreme corrosion environments, high mechanical stress, and aggressive acid containment.
High-Performance Engineering Overview
Convoluted Fluoropolymer Hose with Polypropylene Braid manufactured and supplied by ASK Innocomp Pvt. Ltd. represents the highest standard of thermoplastic and fluoropolymer engineering. Specifically designed to solve the critical vulnerabilities of standard metallic and commercial plastic hardware in corrosive chemical plants, this product delivers exceptional durability, chemical immunity, and extended maintenance-free service life.
Technical Specifications & Engineering Parameters
| Parameter | Engineering Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Tube Material | Seamless Virgin Convoluted PTFE / PFA (Helical or Annular Corrugation) |
| Outer Reinforcing Braid | High-Density Polypropylene (PP) Braid or AISI 304 / 316 Stainless Steel Wire Braid |
| Nominal Diameter (ID) | 1/2" (DN15) to 4" (DN100) Standard |
| Working Pressure Rating | Up to 25 Bar (depending on diameter and braid configuration) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -70°C to +260°C (PTFE Core with SS Braid); -20°C to +90°C (PP Braid) |
| Bend Radius | Extremely Tight Bend Radius (1/3rd of equivalent smooth-bore rubber hose) |
| End Terminations | Permanently Swaged / Flanged (ANSI 150#, DIN PN16), Tri-Clamp, Female Swivel BSP/NPT |
| Wetted Lining Options | Continuous Flare-Through Flange (Zero metal contact for wetted fluid) |
Key Features & Operating Advantages
- Extreme Flexibility & Zero Kinking: Deep helical/annular convolutions allow tight bends without restricting cross-sectional fluid flow.
- Vibration Absorption: Isolates pump cavitation shocks and thermal expansion stresses between rigid FRP/thermoplastic piping and vibrating equipment.
- Non-Stick, Easy Clean Core: Universal chemical inertness prevents fluid adhesion, product buildup, and bacterial colonization.
- Corrosion-Resistant PP Braiding: Polypropylene outer braid eliminates metal corrosion in open acid-fume plant atmospheres.
- FDA & USP Class VI Compliant: Safe for high-purity pharmaceutical synthesis, food processing, and active chemical dosing.
Quality Assurance, Testing & Compliance
At ASK Innocomp, quality control is integrated at every manufacturing step:
- High-Voltage Dielectric Spark Testing (20,000V): 100% verification of non-porous fluoropolymer coatings and lining integrity.
- Hydrostatic & Tensile Load Testing: Proof pressure tested to 1.5x working rating with tensile pull verification.
- Laser Dimensional Measurement: Precision tolerance checks ensuring exact interchangeability with standard plant flanges and fittings.
- Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1): Full raw material batch traceability provided with every dispatch.
Recommended Industrial Applications
- Chemical dosing pump discharge and suction flexible connections
- Thermal expansion loops in elevated pipe racks and acid lines
- Vibrating filter press connections and centrifuge slurry transfer
- Semiconductor high-purity solvent and etching acid distribution
- Pharmaceutical reactor vessel feeding lines
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