industrial gas supplies | hoses
Hose choices abound in the world of specialty gasses, which can make it hard to select the best option. With that in mind, here’s a quick primer on things to consider when choosing a hose that will best suit your needs and perform reliably over time. (Related: Flexible Hoses Part 1: Understanding the Basics)
Cryogenic Corner | cryogenic equipment | hoses
Copper tubing is a popular material in cryogenics because of its ductile nature at low temperatures. But copper is not immune to pinholes and cracking due to daily wear-and-tear and weaknesses introduced by contaminants and general exposure to the elements.
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Once you’ve identified and installed the best flexible hose for your gas or cryogenic application, you can’t just set it and forget it. Just like the rest of the components of your system, regular inspection and maintenance is important for getting the most longevity out of your system.
industrial gas supplies | hoses
As we previously covered in Flexible Hoses Part 1: Understanding the Basics, it’s easy to order the wrong hose. There are a lot of factors that come into play when choosing a flexible hose for cryogenic or compressed gas applications, and it’s not uncommon for customers to get bleary-eyed when diving into the specifics of hose terminology.
hose mfg | Medical Gas Supplies | industrial gas supplies | cryogenic equipment | hoses
How well do you know your flexible hoses? Do the terms ‘permeation,’ ‘post-sintered’ or ‘bend radius’ have meaning or do they seem more like unintelligible industry jargon? If it’s the latter, you’re not alone! Bottom line, it’s easy to order the wrong hose.