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PTFE L ined Hose for the Chemica l Indust ry

• C H E M I C A L R E S I S T A N T

• S E L F - C L E A N I N G

• F L E X I B L E

• K I N K R E S I S T A N T

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Front Cover

Contents

PTFE - The Optimum Choice for Hose Linings

Corroline Hose Description

Comparison with Competitors Hose

Corroline Specifications and Properties

Aflex Hose and Corroline

How to Order Corroline Hose Assemblies

Part Numbers for Corroline Hose Assemblies

- Corroline Hose Liners

- Corroline Hose Braids & Rubber Cover

- Corroline External Protection Options

- Corroline Non-Lined Swivel Flange Fittings- Corroline Integral PTFE Lined Swivel Flange Fittings and Step-Up Adaptors

- Corroline Female Cam & Groove Fittings, PTFE Lined and Non-Lined

- Corroline Male Cam & Groove Fittings PTFE Lined & Non-Lined and PTFE Lined Cam Male-to-Flange Adaptors

- Corroline Sanitary and Mini-Sanitary Triclamp (Triclover) Fittings

- Corroline 90˚ Elbow Sanitary Triclamp (Triclover) Fittings

- Corroline DIN11851 Female Fittings, PTFE Lined and Non-Lined

- Corroline 37˚ JIC Female Fittings and NPT Male & Female Unions

- Corroline Tube Adaptor (Grooved Standpipe) Fitting

- Corroline NPT and BSPT Fixed Male Fittings and NPT Fixed Female Fittings

- Corroline 60˚ BSP Cone Seat Female Union Fittings and BSP Flat Seat Lug Nut Female Fittings

- Corroline PTFE Dip Pipes

Corroline Standard & Puretag Labelling & Colour Coding systems

Corroline Hose: Special Usage Conditions

Quality Assurance, Certification and Approvals

Corroline Hose Configuration & Length Calculation- for Bend Radius- for Abrasion & Torque- for Length Calculation

Conditions of Sale

C O N T E N T S

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H O S E

F L A N G E S

C A M & G R O O V E ( C A M L O C K )

S A N I T A R Y ( T R I C L O V E R )

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N P T , B S P T & B S P P T H R E A D E D

D I P P I P E S

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PTFE, or Polytetraf luoroethylene, comprises long-

chain molecules of carbon atoms, each l inked to two

fluorine atoms.

The f luorine atoms provide a hel ical spiral which

surrounds the carbon chain and protects it.

I t is th is st ructure which creates the un ique

propert ies for which PTFE is wel l-known.

EXCELLENT CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

PTFE is renowned as the most chemically resistant material known.Only a very few, very unusual substances and conditions can affect it,like fluorine gas at high temperature and pressure and liquid, boilingsodium metal.

PTFE lined hoses can therefore be used for a wider variety ofchemicals than any other hose type, making it the ideal choice for verycorrosive chemical applications and multi-product applications.

NON-STICK SURFACE

The use of PTFE as a surface for cookware products hasdemonstrated to the world how easily cleanable PTFE surfaces are.

This means that PTFE lined hoses can be purged 100% clean morequickly, easily and reliably than any other type of hose.

EXCELLENT TEMPERATURE RANGE

The cookware application also demonstrates another of PTFE’s manyattributes – temperature resistance. PTFE itself can be used as a hoseliner at temperatures from -150˚C up to +260˚C, dependent upon thehose design and the application conditions.

This is the widest temperature range of any rubber or plastic hoselining material.

HOSE DESIGN

The only issue with PTFE as a hose lining material is the best way itcan be integrated in to the hose design. This is where Aflex Hose havea proven record of success over the last 30 years.

Section from a PTFE Molecule, 16Angstrom Units long

Fluorine Atom Carbon Atom

P T F E – T H E O P T I M U M C H O I C E F O R H O S E L I N I N G S

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EPDM Rubber Cover

CORROLINE HOSE - THE BEST FLEXIBLE HOSE FOR CHEMICAL PLANT APPLICATIONS

Crimped Ferrule

Swivelling Flange

PTFE Liner flared out to form thesealing face

Stainless Steel Wire Braid

PTFE Liner, Externally Convoluted

Helically wound Stainless Steel Wire

CORROLINE RC HOSE, FITTED WITH AN

INTEGRAL PTFE LINED FLANGE FITTING

Flange Retainer

INTRODUCTION

Corroline hose was designed and developed to provide customers with a universal chemical hose product which combinedall the requirements they had requested for chemical plant applications, particularly the need for improved flexibility.

Corroline hose not only supersedes but also improves upon the wide variety of alternative Chemical Hose products currently available.

CONSTRUCTION

Corroline is built around a patented PTFE hose liner design, which has a slightly rippled smooth bore inside, but convolutedoutside to generate excellent flexibility combined with “hoop strength”.

A stainless helical wire is wound in to the external convolutions, which adds to the kink resistance, crush resistance and theresistance of the hose to both pressure and vacuum.

This reinforced PTFE Liner construction is strong enough to withstand full vacuum and kinking without the need for eitherinternal convolutions or the need to bond the liner to an outer cover, making it an ideal hose liner design, and a significantimprovement upon standard products currently available.

The PTFE liner is then further reinforced with an outer braid, either a Stainless Steel wire braid (SS Grade) or a Polypropylenebraid (PB Grade) to provide two braided hose grades.

The most popular grade (RC Grade) includes an outer cover of abrasion resistant, black antistatic EPDM rubber which isextruded on to a SS braided liner, with a super-smooth surface finish to aid external cleaning. This rubber cover also makesthe hose “Fire Resistant”. A yellow, “CORROLINE” stripe is printed on to the cover. Other texts and coloured stripes are alsoavailable to special order.

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C O R R O L I N E H O S E D E S C R I P T I O N

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C O M P A R I S O N W I T H C O M P E T I T O R S ’ H O S E

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Bore Profile

Liner Material

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✔PTFE Liner

-Best for chemical resistance andtemperature resistance

x ✔

Fair to Poor- Very stiff, with a large minimum bend

radius

Good- More flexible, reduced minimum bend

radius

*Flex Life(“Rolling U” Test)

x ✔Poor, typically from 50 to 10,000 cycles

to failureExcellent, 1,000.000+ cycles without

failure

Process Fluid Contamination Risk

Flexibility

x ✔

High Risk - adhesive layer can leach in tocontaminate the process fluid through

pinholes in the thin wall liner, caused bystatic discharge, flex induced porosity,

hose kinking etc.

No Risk - no adhesive layer - no non-FDAapproved materials present in the hose

construction

Smoothbore, rippled round bends- Good flow rate

- Easy clean

Smoothbore, slightly rippled- Good flow rate

- Easy clean

Kink Resistance ✔ ✔Fair Good

Cut Through or PunctureResistance

✔ ✔Fair (Textile braid protection)

Good(Stainless Steel Wire Braid Protection)

Antistatic Liner Quality To FDA Requirements

(<2.5% High PurityBlack)

x ✔

Often more than 2.5% Black, oftenunevenly dispersed, leading to carbon

agglomerates which contaminate ProcessFluid

Always less than 2.5% Black, very evenlydispersed and guaranteed agglomerate-free. “Leachable and Extractable” testing

yields zero carbon.

FEP or another Fluroroplastic liner,Good but not as good as PTFE

XLPE or UHMWPE- Fair chemical resistance

Thin wall FEPor other liner

“Cloth Finish” Rubber Cover

Carbon Steelhelical wire

Stainless steel wire braid

Stainless Steelhelical wire

PTFE liner internallysmooth externally

convoluted

Smooth finish black antistatic EPDM

rubber cover

Adhesive layer bondingliner to rubber carcass

*The “Rolling U” test is shown on the Aflex Hose website “Aflex News” “Bioflex and Corroflon compared with Competitors’Products”.

Textile reinforcement

Helical Wire x ✔Carbon Steel (can corrode) 304 Stainless Steel

Fire Resistance x ✔Not tested or approved for FireResistance

Rubber Covered grade tested andapproved “Fire Resistant” to BS5173

Section 103.13

Competitors FEP, PFA or another Plastic orFluoroplastic thin wall hose liner bonded

inside a Rubber Hose.

Corroline RC Grade PTFE lined hose, StainlessSteel wire helix and braid, outer rubber cover.

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NominalHose Size

ALLGRADES

Actual BoreSizeALL

GRADESSS GRADE PB GRADE RC GRADE

SS & RCGRADE

PB GRADE

MinimumBend Radius

ALLGRADES

*Max Cont.Length

ALLGRADES

in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm psi Bar psi Bar in mm Ft Mtrs

1/2 13 0.530 13.5 0.685 17.4 0.785 19.9 700 48 350 240.842 21.4 23/8 60 60 18

3/4 20 0.770 19.8 0.950 24.1 1.065 27.0 625 431.110 28.1 21/2 65320 22 60 18

1 25 1.030 26.1 1.250 31.7 1.455 36.9 600 41 300 201.445 36.7 4 100 60 18

11/4 32 1.250 32.0 1.530 38.9 1.715 43.5 550 38 275 19

250 17

1.740 44.2 51/4 135 60 18

11/2 40 1.530 38.8 1.840 46.7 1.980 50.3 500 342.035 51.7 63/4 170 55 17

2 50 2.030 51.5 2.340 60.85 2.580 65.5 400 282.590 65.7 81/4 210200 14 42 13

Outside DiameterMaximum Working

Pressure

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C O R R O L I N E S P E C I F I C A T I O N S & P R O P E R T I E S

SPECIFICATIONS FOR CORROLINE HOSE GRADES

*Sizes up to 1” are available in continuous lengths up to 120 ft (36 mtrs) to special order.

PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS

Internal Temperature Range Maximum Working Pressure (MWP) Limits

SS Grade -70˚C to +260˚C/-94˚F to +500˚FRC Grade -40˚C to +140˚C/-40˚F to +284˚F

PB Grade -30˚C to +100˚C/-22˚F to +212˚F -

External Temperature Range - As for Internal above, except Maximum for RC Grade is 121˚C/250˚F and Maximumfor PB Braid is 90˚C/194˚F.

Burst Pressures - The minimum burst pressures are equal to the maximum working pressures x 4.

VACUUM LIMITATIONSSS and RC Grades - Useable at full vacuum up to 130˚C/266˚F internal temperature.PB Grade - Useable at full vacuum up to 100˚C/212˚F.

FLOW RATESMore than 2x the flow rates for convoluted bore hose designs. Consult Aflex Hose for specific flow rate information.

GAS PERMEABILITYMore than 3x lower permeability than equivalent alternative PTFE lined hose designs, due to the heavy compressionapplied to the PTFE during processing, which reduces porosity.

‘ROLLING U’ TEST FLEX LIFEMore than 100x the flex life to failure compared with all other types of competing PTFE lined hose products. (Tests carriedout on rubber covered hose grades).

FLEXIBILITYMuch less force to bend than any other smooth bore PTFE lined hose product.

KINK RESISTANCEMuch more resistant to kinking than any other smooth bore PTFE lined hose product.

F IRE RESISTANCERubber covered Corroline is “Fire Resistant” to BS5173 Section 103.13 Parts 6.2 and 6.3, and hose assemblies can beupgraded to “Fire Proof” if required.

As listed above up to 130˚C/266˚F, then reduce the MWP by 1% forevery 1˚C/1.8˚F above 130˚C/266˚F.

As listed above by to 80˚C/175˚F, then reduce by 5% for every1˚C/1.8˚F above 80˚C/175˚F up to 100˚C/212˚F.

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AFLEX HOSE LTD

Aflex Hose was established as a PTFE hose manufacturingcompany in 1973 and, since then, has led the world ininventing and developing all the major innovations in PTFEhose design for use in process fluids transfer applications.

CORROLINE Hose is the latest addition to the Aflex Hoseproduct range.

CORROLINE HOSECorroline hose has been developed specifically to providea new smooth bore PTFE lined hose product range whichcombines excellent flexibility with excellent resistance tokinking and crushing.

Corroline hose is therefore well suited for use in ChemicalPlants and other applications where the advantages of asmooth, clean PTFE liner are required together with theability to withstand rough handling much better thanalternative hose products.

Because Aflex Hose perform all these operations in house,

Aflex is able to achieve unbeatable levels of build quality,

design excellence and economy of scale, which are

unmatched by our competitors.

PTFE powder is extruded into tube and convoluted.

Stainless steel wire is wound and braided onto the tube.

Rubber extruders are used to apply external covers.

End fittings are machined from bar stock on state of the art CNC lathes.

And, finally, the hoses are assembled to individualcustomer requirements.

OTHER PRODUCTSAflex Hose also manufactures many more PTFE hoseproducts for use in specific Process Fluid transferapplications. Corroflon, Bioflex, Pharmaline and Pharmalexare described in other brochures and information is alsoavailable on the Aflex Hose website

The “Rolling U” test is one of many tests carried out at Aflex Hose to prove hose suitability in application.

The “Rolling U” Test is designed to determine the flex life capabilities of hose products. Corroline has proved to have at least100 times the flex life to failure when tested alongside the best of the competitors’ PTFE lined hose products.

Technically trained Aflex Hose sales staff are available torespond quickly and effectively to every kind of enquiry, and toadvise the optimum hose solution for any application.

TOTAL MANUFACTURE

The primary reason for the success of the Aflex Hose range

of products is that Aflex is the only PTFE hose company in

the world to carry out all the hose design and

manufacturing operations in house, from raw materials to

finished products, at Aflex Hose plants in Yorkshire (UK)

and Pennsylvania (USA).

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A F L E X H O S E a n d C O R R O L I N E

ROLLING ‘U’ TEST

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CORROLINE HOSE ASSEMBLIESCorroline hose is custom built into hose assemblies after the hose size and grade, length and end fittings have been selected.

The specification and information contained in this brochure can be used to make these selections, but if there are any doubtsconcerning the hose usage limitations or performance capabilities, customers should request expert advice from Aflex Hose.

SELECTING THE HOSE GRADEThere are two types of PTFE hose liner tube available, natural GP grade and antistatic (black) AS grade, fully described on page 10

There are 3 types of cover available, as described on Page 11:

- Stainless Steel Wire Braid (SS Grade)- Stainless Steel Wire and extruded Rubber Cover (RC Grade)- Polypropylene Braid (PB Grade)

There are 3 options for further protection of the hose against externally applied mechanical damage, fully described on page 12:

- Double Rubber Cover end protection cuffs (DRC)- Safegard HDPE spiral-wrap for abrasion protection (SG)- Helically wound, heavy guage SS wire outer Protection Coil (PC)

SELECTING THE HOSE ASSEMBLY LENGTHThe lengths of Corroline hose assemblies are as specified by the customer and the length is measured from the sealing faceat one end fitting to the same at the other end of the hose.

Length tolerances are normally +5% -0%.Maximum lengths are given under Specifications on page 6Minimum lengths can be calculated from the configuration data on pages 27 - 29.

SELECTING THE END FITTINGS

The range of standard end fittings and materials are given on pages 13 - 24

Flange fittings, Cam and Groove fittings and DIN 11851 Female fittings are available with or without integral PTFE lined andflared ends.

All other fittings are non-lined only.

STAINLESS STEEL END FITTING MATERIALS

Non-Lined Spigots - are all made from Grade 316L SSPTFE Lined Spigots - are all made from Grade 316L or Grade 316C SSCam and Groove Female Fittings - are made from Grade 316C SS (Body) and 316L SS (Spigot)Swivelling Nuts and Flanges - are all made from Grade 304 SSFerrules - most ferrules are made from Grade 304 SS, except some which are made from Grade 316L SS. Consult Aflex Hoseif necessary.

The equivalent specification for the different Grades of Stainless Steel are listed below:

HOW TO ORDER

The quantity, hose size, grade, length and fittings must be specified in full.

EITHER by a full, written description. The hose grade can be specified by the code initials e.g.. “Corroline AS, SS, SG” definesan antistatic PTFE lined hose with an SS wire braid which includes an outer Safegard sleeve. The quantity, length and fittings can then be written in - e.g. “4 off x 1” bore Corroline AS, SS, SG hose x 3.00 metres long.Both ends non-lined ANSI 150# S/S Flanges”.

OR by Part Numbers, as defined on page 9 - e.g. 4 off Part No. 16-CLNAS-SS-SG-3.00m-12-12Any special requirements relating to the hose construction, or information required on Tags, or Certificates, or special testingrequirements, must be specified in full on the enquiry or purchase order.

CONDITIONS OF SALECorroline hose and hose assemblies are only supplied on the basis that the customer has read and accepted the Conditionsof Sale as given on page 30.

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HOW TO ORDER CORROLINE HOSE ASSEMBLIES

Grade BS - British StandardAISI - American Standard or

C = Casting GradeEN - European Norm

316L SS BS 316 S11 AISI 316 L EN 1.4404316C SS BS 316 C16 CF8M EN 1.4408304 SS BS 304 S15 AISI 304 EN 1.4301

Specification Equivalents List

To special order, end fitting components can be made in non-standard grades of SS such as 1.4571, 1.4435, or othermaterials such as Hastelloy or Monel

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PART NUMBERS FOR CORROLINE HOSE ASSEMBLIES

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Corroline Hose Assemblies are defined by an individual Part Number made up of 7 entries as follows:

Hose Size Size Part No.1/2” 083/4” 121” 16

11/4” 2011/2” 24

2” 32

Hose Type Type Part No.

Corroline GP (NaturalPTFE Liner)

CLN

Corroline AS(Antistatic PTFE Liner)

CLNAS

Length

The overall hose length between thesealing faces at each end is given asthe Length Part No, either in decimal

Metres followed by “m” or Inchesfollowed by “in”.

1

2

5

4 ExternalProtection

Type Part No.

Double RubberCover

DRC

Safegard HDPESleeve

SG

S/S WireProtection Coil

PC

3Braid & Cover Part No.

Stainless SteelBraid

SS

Rubber Cover RC

PolypropyleneBraid

PB

6 & 7 Assembled End Fitting Description*All Components in Stainless Steel

End Fitting Part No.

JIC Female 02

Fixed Male Pipe, NPT Thread 03

Fixed Female Pipe, NPT Thread 06

JIC-to-NPT Male Union 08

JIC-to-Female Male Union 08F

34.9mm, 1.370” Exit Diameter (Step-Up)

Straight Sanitary Tri Clamp, 50.5mm, 1.984” Diameter

22mm, 0.870” Exit Diameter (Standard) 10

Straight Mini Sanitary, 0.984” Diameter

0.370” Exit Diameter (Standard)0.620” Exit Diameter (Step-Up) 11/S

10/S

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*ANSI 150# Swivelling Flange, Non-Lined 12

*ANSI 150# Swivelling Flange, PTFE Lined 12L

Cam and Groove, Locking Arm Swivelling Female, Non-Lined 16

Cam and Groove Locking Arm Swivelling Female PTFE Lined 16L

Cam & Groove Male, PTFE Lined 17L

Cam and Groove Male, Non-Lined 17

DIN11851 Female, Non-Lined 23

DIN11851 Female, PTFE Lined 23L

Notes: ELBOWS - Elbow Fittings for all types are indicated by adding“/90˚ ” for 90˚ elbows, Non-Lined or “/90˚ L” for 90˚ elbows, PTFE Lined.

Example: a 3/4” bore Corroline Hose Assembly with an Antistatic PTFELiner, SS Braid and Rubber Cover and an outer Safegard sleeve.

End (1) - a 3/4” ANSI 150# Swivel Flange, PTFE Lined

End (2) - a Cam and Groove Swivelling Female, PTFE Lined

Length - 2.35 metres

Part No: 12-CLNAS-RC-SG-2.35m-12L-16L

*For flange only, Carbon Steel Zinc Plated, add “/ZP” or Epoxy coated add“/EC”

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

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PURPOSE

Corroline AS is an essential requirement in applications wherethere is the risk of an electrostatic charge build-up on theinside surface of the PTFE tube which may then dischargethrough the tube wall. Media passing through which createsuch a risk are fluids which have a Conductance of less than10-8 S/m (Siemens per Metre), or 104 pS /m such as fuels,solvents, freons, some WFI (ultra-pure “Water for Injection”)and non-polar organics which are being transferred at amedium to high flow velocity.

All twin or multi phase media, and any non-mixing media,such as powder in air, or water droplets in steam, in gases orin oil, also colloidal fluids constitute a particular hazard forstatic charge generation, and always require grade AS.

If in doubt, consult Aflex Hose.

MATERIALS & SPECIFICATIONS

Corroline AS is an anti-static PTFE liner manufactured fromFDA 21 CFR 177.1550 approved PTFE, and less than 2.5%of “high purity” Carbon Black material to FDA requirement 21CFR 178.3297 and European Commission Directive2007/19/EC. The carbon is encapsulated by the PTFE, andin normal, non-abrasive applications will not come loose tocontaminate any fluid passing through. This has been provedduring Leachables and Extractables testing.

ANTISTATIC HOSE ASSEMBLIES

When "AS" (Antistatic) grade hose is specified, then the hoseor hose assembly supplied will be tested in accordance withEN ISO 8031:2009 Clause 7 using electrodes specified in ENISO 8031:2009 Clause 4.2.2.2 d) (and Clause 4.2.2.2 e if thehose has an antistatic cover) and meet the Antistaticrequirements of EN ISO 8031:2009 Annex A. This requires,for an antistatic liner or antistatic cover, that the resistancebetween an appropriately placed foam electrode and ametallic end fitting will be between 103 to 108 ohms perassembly. For hose assemblies which meet theserequirements an appropriate Grade "Ω" marking can beapplied in accordance with EN ISO 8031:2009 Annex A ifrequested.

NOTE: When in service, at least one end fitting must beconnected to earth, to permit dissipation of the static chargefrom the end fitting.

PURPOSE

Corroline GP is the ‘General Purpose’ grade, for use in allapplications where fluids or gases are being conveyed whichdo not generate a risk of static charge development (see“AS”).

MATERIALS & SPECIFICATIONS

Corroline GP is a virgin PTFE liner, manufactured from hosegrade PTFE which conforms to the requirements of:

FDA 21 CFR 177.1550

The helical reinforcement is High Tensile Grade 304L SS wire.

GP & AS GRADE APPROVALS

The full list of approvals and certifications are given on page27.

Both Grades have also been tested for Leachables andExtractables in accordance with BPSA recommendations,with satisfactory results.

Copies of the Report are available from Aflex Hose.

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C O R R O L I N E H O S E - G P a n d A S P T F E L I N E R S

AS - ANT I -STAT IC PTFE L INERGP - GENERAL PURPOSE L INER

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C O R R O L I N E H O S E B R A I D S & R U B B E R C O V E R

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PURPOSE

Polypropylene braided hose is often preferred to SS inapplications involving frequent handling and movement ofthe hose. PB braid is lighter in weight, and any brokenstrands will not cut the operator’s hands. In addition, PBbraid is not prone to “chloride stress corrosion”, and hasgenerally good chemical resistance.

To ensure *Electrical Continuity between end fittings, 2strands of Monel wire earthing strips are criss-crossed onto the liner, underneath the Polypropylene Braid. These arefolded back underneath the ferrule at both end fittings, tomake an electrical contact.

NOTE: Prolonged exposure to sunlight eventually results inUV degradation of PB braid.

PURPOSE

Stainless Steel braided hose can be used in applicationsinvolving high temperatures and working pressures. Hightensile AISI 304L stainless steel wire is used, to givemaximum pressure resistance and external protection tothe hose.

S S - S T A I N L E S S S T E E L B R A I D

PURPOSE

RC Grade hose is the general purpose product, used in awide variety of applications. A Black, Antistatic EPDMrubber to extruded over the SS braided product, to protectthe SS braid with a tough, abrasion resistant rubber cover.

The rubber cover hose has a smooth finish, to make it easyto wipe clean.

A yellow “CORROLINE” stripe is printed on to the cover.Other texts and coloured stripes are available to specialorder.

RC Grade hose assemblies are “FIRE RESISTANT” toBS5173 Section 103.13 Parts 6.2 and 6.3. If HoseAssemblies are further required to be “FIRE PROOF” thiscan be achieved by adding double rubber cover endprotection (DRC-300, Page 12) to give extra fire protectionat the ends of the assembly.

R C - R U B B E R C O V E R

P B - P O L Y P R O P Y L E N E B R A I D

* S P E C I A L N O T E *

*ELECTRICAL CONTINUITY(Also known as “Electr ica l ly Bonded”)

Electrical continuity requires that the hose assemblysupplied is electrically continuous, or conductive, betweenmetal end fittings at each end of the hose. This can applywhether the hose is GP or AS grade.

The requirements for this are specified in the GermanDocument BRG 132 and EN ISO 8031:2009 Annex A,when tested in accordance with EN ISO 8031:2009Clause 5, which requires that the resistance betweenend fittings shall be <102 ohms per assembly. For hoseassemblies which meet this requirement a Grade "M"marking can be applied in accordance with EN ISO8031:2009 Annex A if requested.

Corroline Hose Assemblies are all electrically continuouswith a resistance of <20 ohms.

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C O R R O L I N E E X T E R N A L P R O T E C T I O N O P T I O N S

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D O U B L E R U B B E R C O V E R E N D P R O T E C T I O N - D R C 3 0 0

Purpose

In applications where the hose assembly will be flexedexcessively at the end fitting, to prevent kinking of the hosein this area.

Design

A second layer of rubber is applied and vulcanised directlyon to the hose and the end fitting ferrule, 12” (300mm)along the hose from the fitting.

Available for Grades SS and RC, not for Grade PB.

S A F E G A R D H D P E S P I R A L W R A P P R O T E C T I O N - S G

S T A I N L E S S S T E E L W I R E P R O T E C T I O N C O I L - P C

Purpose

To protect the hose from excessive external abrasion andmechanical damage in rough applications without thetemperature limitations which apply to the Safegard sleeve.

Design

A large diameter stainless steel wire is spirally wrapped onto the rubber cover, and welded to the ferrule at each end.

Available for all Corroline Hose Grades.

Purpose

To protect the hose from excessive external abrasion andmechanical damage in rough applications.

Design

A lightweight black HDPE (High Density Poly Ethylene)‘Safegard’ strip is spirally wound along the hose andsecured by crimping at each end.

Available for all Corroline Hose Grades.

L imitat ions

Temperature Range -40˚C (-40˚F) up to 100˚C (212˚F).

The minimum hose assembly length must be doubled, ifSafegard is being used.

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Flange Speci f icat ion

- ANSI B16.5 (also ASME B16.5) Class 150# and 300#

- *DIN PN10/PN16/PN40

- JIS 10K- Other Pressure Ratings and Flange Specifications are

also available.

*DIN PN10, PN16 and PN40 Flanges all have the samedimensions, and so are fully interchangeable.

Pressure Rat ings

- ANSI 150# = 230 psi (16 Bar), ANSI 300# = 460 psi(32 Bar).

- DN PN10 = 145 psi (10 Bar), DN PN16 = 230 psi(16 Bar). DN PN40 = 580psi (40 Bar)

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Flanges in Grade 304 SS

- Flange Retainers in Grade 316L SS

- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade 316L SS

Alternative Options for Flange Component only:

- Zinc Plated Carbon Steel

- Blue Epoxy Coated Carbon Steel

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

Spigot

FerruleFlange

Nominal Hose Size *Fitting Length AFlared Diameter D Fitting Inside

Diameter I

in mm in mm in mm1/2 13 2.79 71 3/8 9.53

ASA150 **PN10/16/40

3/4 20 3.15 80 5/8 15.88

1 25 3.27 83 3/4 20.24

11/2 40 4.25 108 11/4 31.75

2 50 4.25 107 13/4 44.45

1.38 35 1.77 45

1.69 43 2.28 58

2.00 50 2.68 68

11/4 32 3.90 100 1 26.202.50 63 3.00 782.88 73 3.47 88

3.63 92 4.00 102

in mm in mm

C O R R O L I N E N O N - L I N E D S W I V E L F L A N G E F I T T I N G S

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11/2 40 1.875 47.0 2.875 73 3.47 88 11/2 38.0 15 2.10

2 50 1.940 48.5 3.625 92 4.00 102 2 50.8 25 3.50

*Fitting LengthA

Fitting Inside Dia.and Hose Bore I

Nominal Hose SizeFlared Diameter D Recommended Bolt

Tightening Torques

Flange Speci f icat ions

- ANSI B16.5 (also ASME B16.5) Class 150# and 300#

- *DIN PN10/PN16 and PN40

- JIS 10K

- Other Pressure Ratings and Flange Specifications arealso available.

*DIN PN10, PN16 and PN40 Flanges all have the samedimensions, and so are fully interchangeable.

Pressure Rat ings For F langes

- ANSI 150# = 230 psi (16 Bar), ANSI 300# = 460 psi (32 Bar)- DN PN10 = 145 psi (10 Bar), DN PN16 = 230 psi (16 Bar)

ANSI 150# **DIN PN10/16/40

1 25 1.625 40.5 2.00 50 2.50 63 1 25.4 10 1.40

11/4 32 1.625 40.5 2.500 63 3.00 78 11/4 32.0 12 1.70

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Flanges in Grade 304 SS

- Flange Retainers in Grade 316L SS

- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade 316L SS

Alternative options for Flange component only:

- Zinc Plated Carbon Steel

- Blue Epoxy Coated Carbon Steel.

90˚ E lbow Flange F i t t ings

90˚ Elbow Integral PTFE lined Flange Fittings are available forsizes 1”, 11/2” and 2” - Consult Aflex Hose for details

1/2 13 1.440 37.0 1.25 32 1.25 32 1/2 12.7 8 1.103/4 20 1.440 37.0 1.690 43 1.97 50 3/4 19.0 8 1.10

EPDM Rubber Cover

Crimped Ferrule

Flange Retainer

Swivelling Flange

PTFE Liner flared out to form the

sealing face

Stainless Steel Wire Braid

PTFE Liner,Externally,

Convoluted

Helically woundStainless Steel

Wire

in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm ft.lbs mtr. kgs

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I N T E G R A L P T F E L I N E D S W I V E L F L A N G E F I T T I N G S

“STEP-UP” PTFE LINED FLANGE FITTING DESIGN FOR CORROLINE HOSE

Because Corroline Hose has better flow rates thansome larger bore sizes of Convoluted PTFE hose, itrepresents a superior alternative when fitted with thelarger size flanges in some applications.

It is, however, necessary to also “Step-Up” the PTFE-lined bore, to ensure a diameter match with the matingconnector.

This is best achieved using a solid PTFE Adaptor Plate,as shown in the drawing.

Example: a 2” hose to 3” ANSI 150# PTFE Lined Flange Joint

3” PTFE Lined Pipe2” Bore Hose

3” ANSI 150# Flanges

A = Pipe Inlet Dia.B = Hose Inlet Dia.

Solid PTFE Adaptor Plate

C O R R O L I N E I N T E G R A L P T F E L I N E D F L A N G E F I T T I N G Sa n d “ S T E P - U P ” D E S I G N

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

**The listed Flare Diameters are not all full size, due to limitations on PTFE flare diameters.

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S W I V E L L I N G , L O C K I N G A R M F E M A L E C A M A N D G R O O V E F I T T I N G - I N T E G R A L P T F E L I N E D

S W I V E L L I N G , L O C K I N G A R M F E M A L E C A M A N D G R O O V E F I T T I N G S- N O N - L I N E D

End Fi t t ing Speci f icat ion- Generally in accordance with A-A-59326 (replaces MIL-

C-27487) and EN14420-7:2004 (replaces DIN 2828),and all are fully interchangeable.

Temperature and Pressure Rat ings- All sizes up to 230 psi (16 Bar)- Up to 212˚F (100˚C) Buna N Gasket or 400˚F (200˚C)

FEP Gasket.

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls- Spigot in Grade 316L SS- Body in Grade 316C SS- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade 316L SS- Standard Gasket is Buna N (Nitrile) Rubber.- FEP encapsulated Silicone Rubber Gaskets also available.

90˚ E lbow Cam & Groove F i t t ings90 ̊ Elbow Integral PTFE lined Cam & Groove Fittings areavailable for sizes 1”, 11/2” and 2”. Consult Aflex Hose for details.

Nominal Hose Size *Fitting Length ACam Sleeve Inside

Diameter DFitting Inside Diameter I

1 25 3.39 86.5 1.456 37 0.797 20.24

11/2 40 3.97 101.0 2.126 54 1.25 31.75

2 50 4.09 104.0 2.520 64 1.75 44.45

C O R R O L I N E F E M A L E C A M & G R O O V E F I T T I N G SP T F E L I N E D a n d N O N - L I N E D

3/4 20 3.22 82.0 1.260 32 0.625 15.88

in mm in mm in mm in mm

Nominal Hose Size *Fitting Length ACam Sleeve Inside

Diameter DFitting Inside Diameter I

1 25 2.716 69.00 1.456 37.0 1.03 26.1

11/2 40 2.612 66.35 2.126 54.0 1.53 38.8

2 50 2.966 75.35 2.520 64.0 2.03 51.5

3/4 20 2.155 54.75 1.260 32.0 0.77 19.8

in mm in mm in mm in mm

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

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P T F E L I N E D O R N O N - L I N E D M A L E C A M A N D G R O O V E F I T T I N G S

I N T E G R A L P T F E L I N E D C A M &G R O O V E M A L E F I T T I N G

End F i t t ing Speci f icat ion- Generally in accordance with A-A-59326 (replaces MIL-

C-27487) and EN14420-7:2004 (replaces DIN 2828), andall are fully interchangeable.

Temperature and Pressure Rat ings- Temperature determined by the type of gasket in the

Female connecting component.

- Pressures up to 230 psi (16 Bar)

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Fittings in Grade 316L SS

- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade316L SS

- Adaptor Flange Only in Grade 304 SS

P T F E L I N E D M A L E C A M a n d G R O O V E X F L A N G E A D A P T O R S

Note: Other Flange Specifications and PressureRatings are also available. Non-Lined adaptors andFemale Cam and Groove X Flange Adaptors arealso available, to special order.

Nominal Hose Size øD *Fitting Length ANon-Lined Inside

Diameter ILined Inside Diameter

B

in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm

3/4 20 1.260 32.0 3.50 89.0 0.625 15.88 0.72 18.2

1 25 1.456 37.0 3.97 101.0 0.797 20.24 0.77 19.6

11/2 40 2.106 53.5 4.88 124.0 1.25 31.75 1.26 32.1

2 50 2.480 63.0 5.47 139.0 1.75 44.45 1.59 40.5

in mm in mm in mm in mm

1 25 2.00 50 41/8 105 0.84 21

1 25 2.58 64 41/8 105 0.84 21

11/2 40 2.87 73 43/8 118 1.35 34

11/2 40 3.47 88 43/8 118 1.35 34

2 50 3.63 92 43/8 118 1.69 43

2 50 4.00 102 43/8 118 1.69 43

Cam ActionAdaptor Size

Flange Size & Specification

øD A I

DN25/PN16

11/2” ANSI 1507

DN40/PN16

2” ANSI 1507

DN50/PN16

1” ANSI 1507

N O N - L I N E D C A M & G R O O V E M A L EF I T T I N G

NON-LINED CAM & GROOVE MALE

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

CORROLINE MALE CAM & GROOVE F ITT INGS, PTFELINED & NON-LINED and LINED FLANGE ADAPTORS

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End F i t t ing Speci f icat ion- Generally in accordance with BS4825:Pt 3 and ASME

BPE-a-2007, or DIN 32676 (The DN sizes)

Temperature and Pressure Rat ingsFor Standard Clamp and Standard (EPDM) Gasket

- Pressures up to 230 psi (16 Bar)- Temperatures up to 250˚F (120˚C)- Higher Pressures and Temperatures with Special Clamps

and Gaskets.

Hygienic F i t t ing DesignThe leading edge of the fitting tail is internally chamferred toensure that no fluid entrapment can occur.

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Fittings in AISI 316L = EN 1.4404 = BS 316 S11. InternalBores all Electropolished to <15μin Ra (<0.375μ mtr).

- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade316L SS.

Out let Diameters ( Inch p ipe s izes only )

The outlet diameters as listed are in accordance withBS4825. The ASME specification, however, requires thesediameters to be 0.005” (0.125mm) less in each case. AnOutlet Diameter tolerance of +0.000 -0.005” has thereforebeen applied, so that the same fitting satisfies therequirements of both specification.

MINI-SANITARY TRICLAMP (TRICLOVER) FITTINGS

NominalHose Size

NominalPipe Size

*FittingLength A

Flange Dia.D

*Outlet Dia. I

3/4” 3/4”

in mm in mm in mm

2.8 72 0.984 25.0 3/8 9.5

3.1 79 0.984 25.0 5/8 16.0

1/2” 3/4” 2.8 72 0.984 25.0 5/8 16.0

1/2” 1/2” & DN10

SANITARY TRICLAMPS (TRICLOVER) FITTINGS

NominalHose Size

NominalPipe Size

*FittingLength A

Flange Dia.D

*Outlet Dia. I

1” 1”

in mm in mm in mm

3.0 77 1.156 34.0 5/8 16.0

3.2 82 1.984 50.5 7/8 22.2

1” DN25 3.2 82 1.984 50.5 1 26.0

1” 11/2” 3.2 82 1.984 50.5 13/8” 34.9

11/2” 11/2” 3.9 98 1.984 50.5 13/8” 34.9

11/2” DN40 3.9 98 1.984 50.5 11/2” 38.0

2” 2” 4.1 103 2.516 64.0 17/8” 47.6

3/4” DN15

2.7 69 1.984 50.5 7/8 22.21/2” 1”

2” 21/2”

4.1 103 2.516 64.0 1.975 50.0

4.3 110 3.047 77.5 23/8” 60.3

2” DN65 4.3 110 3.047 77.5 2.600 66.0

2” 3” 4.3 110 3.579 91.0 27/8” 73.0

2” DN80 4.3 110 4.176 106.0 3.191 81.0

2 DN50

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

C O R R O L I N E S A N I T A R Y & M I N I S A N I T A R YT R I C L A M P ( T R I C L O V E R ) F I T T I N G S

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End F i t t ing Speci f icat ion

- Generally in accordance with BS4825:Pt 3 and ASMEBPE-a-2007

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Fittings in Grade AISI 316L = EN 1.4404 = BS 316 S11

- Internal Bore average 15μin Ra, Electropolished ifrequired

- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade316 SS

Temperature and Pressure Rat ingsFor Standard Clamp and Standard (EPDM) Gasket

- Pressures up to 230 psi (16 Bar)- Temperatures up to 250˚F (120˚C)- Higher Pressures and Temperatures with Special

Clamps and Gaskets

Out let Diameters

The outlet diameters as listed are in accordance withBS4825. The ASME specification, however, requiresthese diameters to be 0.005” (0.125mm) less in eachcase. An Outlet Diameter tolerance of +0.000 -0.005” hastherefore been applied, so that the same fitting satisfiesrequirements of both specifications.

Ferrule

Fitting

Nominal Hose SizeCentre Line To Fitting

End ACentre Line to Face B Flange Diameter D *Outlet Diameter

I

in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm

1/2 13 5.78 147 1.60 41.0 0.984 25.0 3/8 9.5

3/4 20 6.41 163 1.60 41.0 0.984 25.0 5/8 16.0

1 25 6.53 166 2.00 51.0 1.984 50.5 7/8 22.2

11/2 40 7.99 203 2.75 70.0 1.984 50.5 13/8 34.9

2 50 9.33 237 3.50 88.9 2.16 64.0 17/8 47.6

C O R R O L I N E 9 0 ˚ E L B O W S A N I T A R Y T R I C L A M P( T R I C L O V E R ) F I T T I N G S

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End F i t t ing Speci f icat ion

- Generally to German DIN 11851 specifications.

Temperature & Pressure Rat ings

- Sizes up to 11/4” MWP = 40 Bar (580 psi) up to 130˚C(266˚F)

- Sizes 11/2” & 2” MWP = 25 Bar (360 psi) up to 130˚C(266˚F)

Except where the applicable hose pressure/temperatureratings are lower (page 6).

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- PTFE Lined Spigots in Grade 316L SS- Non-Lined Spigots in Grade 1.4571*- Nuts in Grade 304 SS- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade

316L SS

*1.4571 is a special grade of 316 stainless steel, equivalent toAISI 316Ti

Nominal Hose Size = ‘I’ Dia.

*Fitting Length A Fitting Inner DiameterI Fitting Thread Size

in mm in mm in mm1/2 15 2.58 65 0.375 9.53

1 25 3.19 81 0.797 20.24

3/4 20 2.99 76 0.625 15.88

11/4 32 3.82 97 1.03 26.21

2 50 3.94 100 1.75 44.45

11/2 40 3.82 97 1.25 31.75

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

C O R R O L I N E D I N 1 1 8 5 1 F E M A L E F I T T I N G SP T F E L I N E D a n d N O N - L I N E D

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Rd 34 x 1/8”

Rd 44 x 1/6”

Rd 52 x 1/6”

Rd 58 x 1/6”

Rd 65 x 1/6”

Rd 78 x 1/6”

Nominal Hose Size = ‘I’ Dia.

*Fitting Length A Fitting Inner DiameterI Fitting Thread Size

in mm in mm in mm1/2 15 2.00 51 0.53 13.50

1 25 2.76 70 1.03 26.10

3/4 20 2.17 55 0.78 19.80

11/4 32 2.52 64 1.25 31.75

2 50 3.54 90 2.03 51.50

11/2 40 2.99 76 1.53 38.80

Rd 34 x 1/8”

Rd 44 x 1/6”

Rd 52 x 1/6”

Rd 58 x 1/6”

Rd 65 x 1/6”

Rd 78 x 1/6”

D I N 1 1 8 5 1 F E M A L E F I T T I N G , N O N - L I N E D

D I N 1 1 8 5 1 F E M A L E F I T T I N G , P T F E L I N E D

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3 7 ˚ J I C F E M A L E F I T T I N G

Nominal Hose Size 37˚ JIC Thread Size*Fitting Length

AFitting InnerDiameter I

3/4 20 3.07 78 0.63 15.9

1 25 3.23 82 0.80 20.2

11/2 40 4.00 102 1.25 31.7

2 50 4.33 110 1.75 44.4

in mm in mm in mm

1/2 13 2.76 70 0.38 9.5

in

15/16 -12

21/2 -12

17/8 -12

11/16 -12

3/4 -16

End F i t t ing Speci f icat ion- SAE J514 37˚ Flare JIC Female Fitting- 37˚ JIC Male-to-NPT Male/Female Adaptors- NPT Threads to ANSI B2.1

Temperature and Pressure Rat ings

Same Maximum Working Pressure and Temperature asfor the relevant size of Corroline Hose, on page 6

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Spigots in Grade 316- Nuts in 316L SS- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade

316L SS

Note - Not usable with SAE 45˚ Flare fittings which have thesame thread.

Alternatives - Can be supplied in other materials, such aszinc plated carbon steel, Hastelloy, Monel etc.

Nominal Hose Size*Male Union Length

A1*Female Union Length

A2Fitting InnerDiameter I

3/4 20 4.92 125 4.80 122 0.63 15.9

1 25 5.43 138 5.12 130 0.80 20.2

in mm in mm in mm in mm

1/2 13 4.13 105 4.25 108 0.38 9.5

J I C T O N P T M A L E U N I O N( I n c l u d i n g a J I C M A L E - T O - N P T

M A L E A D A P T O R )

J I C T O N P T F E M A L E U N I O N( I n c l u d i n g a J I C M A L E - T O - N P T

F E M A L E A D A P T O R )

Swivelling Nut Male Adaptor Swivelling Nut

Swivelling Nut

Female Adaptor

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

C O R R O L I N E 3 7 ˚ J I C F E M A L E F I T T I N G S a n d N P T M A L Ea n d F E M A L E U N I O N S

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Speci f icat ions- Compatible with existing Industrial Standard Tube

Fitting Components.

Temperature and Pressure Rat ings

As for the relevant size of hose on Page 6.

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Fitting in Grade 316L SS- Ferrule (for hose attachment) in Grade 304 or 316L SS

Alternatives -Can be supplied with matching Female Nuts& Ferrules (clamping Ferrules) to suit.

N O N - L I N E D T U B E A D A P T O R ( G R O O V E D S T A N D P I P E ) F I T T I N G

Nominal Hose Size *Fitting Length A Diameter DFitting Inside Diameter I

in mm in mm in mm in mm

3/4 20 3.10 79.0 3/4 19.05 0.58 14.70

1 25 3.58 91.0 1 25.4 0.80 20.32

11/2 40 4.49 114.0 11/2 38.1 1.25 31.75

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

C O R R O L I N E T U B E A D A P T O R ( G R O O V E DS T A N D P I P E ) F I T T I N G S

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F I X E D M A L E N P T o r B S P T

F I X E D F E M A L E N P T

Nominal Hose Size NPT or BSPT Thread Size *Fitting Length AFitting Inside Diameter I

in mm in mm in mm

1/2 13 3.30 84 0.38 9.53

3/4 20 3.74 95 0.63 15.88

1 25 4.13 105 0.80 20.24

11/2 40 5.19 132 1.25 31.75

2 50 5.78 142 1.75 44.45

Nominal Hose Size NPT Thread Size *Fitting Length AFitting Inside Diameter I

in mm in mm in mm

1/2 13 3.42 87 0.38 9.53

3/4 20 3.66 93 0.63 15.88

1 25 4.13 105 0.80 20.24

11/2 40 4.80 122 1.25 31.75

2 50 4.96 126 1.75 44.45

End F i t t ing Speci f icat ionNPT Taper Threads to American National Standard PipeTaper Thread design to ANSI B2.1

BSPT Threads to British Standard Pipe Taper Threaddesign to BS21

Alternatives - Parallel Threads, Metric Threads and Others.

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Fittings in Grade 316L SS- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade

316L SS

Alternatives - Fittings in Zinc Plated Carbon Steel

in

1/2

3/4

1

11/4 32 4.90 124 1.00 26.2011/4

11/2

2

in

1/2

3/4

1

11/2

2

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

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C O R R O L I N E N P T a n d B S P T F I X E D M A L E a n d N P TF I X E D F E M A L E F I T T I N G S

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B S P F L A T F A C E L U G N U T F E M A L E F I T T I N G

B S P 6 0 ˚ C O N E S E A T F E M A L E U N I O N F I T T I N G

Nominal Hose Size BSPP Thread Size *Fitting Length A Fitting Bore Diameter I

in mm in mm in mm

11/2 40 3.66 93 1.25 31.75

2 50 3.70 94 1.75 44.45

1 25 3.70 94 0.80 20.24

End F i t t ing Speci f icat ionBSPP Threads to British Standard Pipe Parallel Threaddesign to BS21, 60˚ Cone Seat design, or Flat Seat.

Alternatives - Cone Seat Female Union Fittings can besupplied with a BSPP/BSPT Taper Male Adaptor if required.

End F i t t ing Mater ia ls

- Spigots in Grade 316L SS- Nuts in Grade 316L SS- Ferrules, most in Grade 304 SS, some sizes in Grade

316L SS

Alternatives- Cone Seat Female Unions can be supplied in Zinc Plated

Carbon Steel if required.

- Lug Nuts can be supplied in Gun Metal (Bronze) if required.

Nominal Hose Size NPT or BSPT Thread Size *Fitting Length AFitting Inside Diameter I

in mm in mm in mm1/2 13 3.27 83 0.37 9.353/4 20 3.62 92 0.63 15.88

1 25 3.86 98 0.80 20.24

11/2 40 4.65 118 1.25 31.75

2 50 4.80 122 1.75 44.45

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*Fitting Lengths listed are for RC Grade Hose end fittings. SS and PB Grades end fittings are shorter in length.

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Description

Fixed Dip Pipes are fairly rigid, thick wall PTFE tubes,either straight or 90˚ elbowed, which are directlycrimped to the end of Corroline hoses. They aredesigned for insertion into drums, tanks and reactionvessels in order to suction drain (or inject) process fluidstransferred through the hose.

Materials

Standard dip pipes are in anti-static (AS) PTFE.

How to order

Specify the size and material of the dip pipe, whether itis straight or 90˚ elbowed. Give the length of the find legof the dip pipe and the length of the rest of the hoseassembly separately.

Maximum Working Pressures

Dip Pipes are normally only tested to 4 Bar Pressure,and are not suitable for use at pressures higher than 3Bar. They are usable at negative pressure up to fullvacuum.

If higher pressure ratings are required, consult AflexHose.

Lengths

Dip Pipes are supplied as standard in 1 metre lengths,but can be supplied in any length to individualrequirements.

Description

As Fixed Dip Pipes above, but connected to the hosethrough an end fitting, not by crimping direct to thehose.

Design

A straight, or 90˚ elbowed anti-static PTFE Dip Pipe,fitted with a Flange or Cam & Groove Male PTFE Lined& Flared end fitting.

The most usual end fitting is a Cam Male (as shown), sothe dip pipe can then be connected to a hose with aCam Female end fitting.

Specifications

As above for Fixed Dip Pipes.

FIXED DIP PIPE (STRAIGHT)

D E T A C H A B L E D I P P I P E S

F I X E D D I P P I P E S

Length of Dip Pipe

øI øD

in mm in mm in mm

Nominal HoseBore Size Outside Diameter D Inside Diameter I

Approximate Dip Pipe Dimensions

Overall length of dip pipe

DETACHABLE DIP PIPE

3/4 20 0.87 22 0.51 13

1 25 1.14 29 0.83 21

11/2 40 1.54 39 1.00 27

2 50 2.17 55 1.58 40

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S T A N D A R D L A B E L L I N G

All Corroline hose assemblies are labelled with thefollowing information:

- Manufacturer’s Name (Aflex Hose Ltd)

- Hose Size and Grade

- Max. Working Pressure

- Unique Serial Number

- Month & Year of Manufacture

- Aflex Hose Telephone Number

- CE Mark (if applicable)

This information is normally vibro-etched on to a loosestainless steel Ring mounted on the hose.

In some cases, at the discretion of Aflex Hose, theinformation may be etched on to a thin stainless steel platewhich is clamped to the hose, or on to the end fittingferrule at one end. This may be necessary for example, ifthe customer requires additional information which maynot fit on to a Ring.

Customers may specify which labelling system theyrequire, and may request additional information on thelabel.

Puretag Labelling and Colour Coding (Patent Pending)

A label and/or Colour Code is encapsulated on to thebraid by a transparent rubber cover which is integrallyvulcanised and fully bonded to the rubber cover on thehose.

Another alternative is an RFID programmable tag,encapsulated in the Rubber (Aflex Hose “Flowtag” system)- consult Aflex Hose for details.

Further information is available on the Puretag productinformation document on the website.

Note: 1/2” size, Colour Code only, no text.

Colour Coding

A coloured PTFE spiral strip is wound on to the hose.

It can be left loose, or it can be encapsulated under atransparent, heat-shrunk polyolefin sleeve.

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P U R E T A G L A B E L L I N G A N D C O L O U R C O D I N G

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Cleaning & Ster i l is ing Systems - CIP, SIP and Autoclave

CIP & SIP – PTFE liner tubes are chemically resistant to all CIP, SIP and Autoclave conditions. The primary consideration is whetherthe cleaning and purging cycle is likely to develop an electrostatic charge on the internal surface of the liner, in which case AS (Anti-Static) grade hose is required.

AS grade hose and Electrostatic charge generating systems are fully described in the hose liner section.

CIP systems using high electrical resistivity solvents like Toluene will require AS grade hose.

Another electrostatic generation problem arises when wet steam is used, or when the cleaning fluids or WFI are purged out of theline using nitrogen, compressed air or another gas, because droplets of liquid or water in the gas then generate a multi-phasecondition until they are cleared out, which will generate a static charge, and so will require AS grade hose.

In static generating applications where AS grade hose is not acceptable due to the black PTFE liner, alternative solutions areavailable – please consult Aflex Hose for advice.

Autoclave – Autoclave sterilisation does not normally involve any high flow rates through the hose bore, so static generation is nota problem. Aflex hose grades GP and AS, with SS or HB braids are fully resistant to all autoclave conditions throughout the servicelife of the hose.

The rubber covered grades EPDM, (RC) and Silicone Rubber (RC, SI) are able to withstand at least 100 x 30 minute autoclave cyclesat relatively high autoclave temperatures (121°C, 250°F or 135°C, 275°F). Consult Aflex Hose for more specific information.

PTFE Hose-Use with Alkal i Metals, Halogens and Halogen containing Chemicals

PTFE hose liners react chemically with Fluorine, Chlorine Trifluoride and molten Alkali Metals.

When PTFE lined hose is used to carry Chlorine or Bromine, either as gasses or fluids, they will diffuse into and through the PTFEliner wall thickness. Trace quantities will then combine with atmospheric moisture to corrode any braid/rubber outer coverings.

Heavily halogenated chemicals, like Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Chloride, Phosgene (Carbonyl Chloride) Carbon Tetrachloride andother organic chemicals with a high halogen content can also be absorbed and transmitted through the PTFE liner tube.

Other “Penetrat ing” Fluids and Gases

Sulphur Trioxide, Methyl Methacrylate, Caprolactam and Glacial Acetic Acid are some other chemicals which can be absorbed andtransmitted through the PTFE liner tube wall.

Generally, however, as a hydrophobic (non-wetting) material, PTFE is very resistant to the absorption of chemicals. In some cases,PTFE has superior resistance to diffusion, for example to the diffusion of automotive fuels, in comparison with all other plastics andrubbers.

Gas/Fluid Cycl ing

There are some applications where the fluid passing through the hose turns into a gas, then back into a fluid, then into a gas etc,in a cyclic sequence.

This is normally associated with changes in temperature and/or pressure. For complex reasons these conditions are extremelydamaging to the hose liner, whatever material it is made from.

For example, hoses are sometimes used to pass steam, water, steam etc into rubber moulding presses, in order to heat the mould,then rapidly cool it before reheating in the next cycle. Hoses of all types fail rapidly in such an application and PTFE lined hoses areno exception.

Please contact Aflex Hose for further information if these conditions apply.

Connecting Assembl ies for Use in Appl icat ions

The lengths of hose assemblies and their configuration in use when connected into the application must always be in accordancewith the Hose Configuration information at the end of this product literature.

When being connected for use in applications, the end fittings on hose assemblies must be connected to correct mating parts in thecorrect way, using the correct tools, spanners, clamps, nuts and bolts etc. The connections must be sufficiently tightened to ensurethat the joint is leak free but not be over tightened as this can damage the sealing surfaces, especially with PTFE lined and flaredend fittings.

In applications involving the transfer through the hose of expensive or dangerous fluids or gases, the hoses and connections mustbe pressure tested in situ before being put in to service. This should be done with some harmless media to 1½ times the maximumworking pressure of the hose assembly, as stated in the product literature.

If in doubt please contact Aflex Hose for advice.

Special Appl icat ions

Aflex Hose PTFE lined hose products are not rated as suitable for use in the following, special applications:

All Radioactive Applications involving high energy radiation, including Gamma radiation (degrades PTFE)

All Medical Implantation Applications.

All Aerospace Applications.

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BS EN ISO 9001:2008 Aflex products are all manufactured in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001: 2008Quality Management Systems independently assessed and registered by NationalQuality Assurance Limited (NQA).

FDAThe Materials used to manufacture the natural PTFE Tube liner conforms to FDA21 CFR 177.1550, and the antistatic PTFE liner conforms to FDA 21 CFR178.3297.

3-A SANITARY STANDARDSThe PTFE used in the liner is manufactured solely from materials which meet therequirements of the 3-A Sanitary Standards.

CHEMICAL MANUFACTURERS APPROVALSMost of the major chemical manufacturing companies in the world have auditedand/or approved Aflex Hose as a Hose Supplier.

BPSA LEACHABLES and EXTRACTABLES TESTINGAflex Hose Natural and Antistatic PTFE Hose Liner Tube has been independently testedin accordance with BPSA recommendations, and found to be satisfactory.

Copies of the Test Report are available for specific assessments to be made.

CE MARKING (EUROPE ONLY)Aflex has been assessed by Zurich Engineering and found to comply with thePressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC (European Community) ConformityAssessment Module D1, approved to CE Mark applicable hose products,accompanied by a Hose Usage Data Sheet, and a Declaration of Conformity.

ATTESTATIONS OF CONFORMITY TO ATEX DIRECTIVE 94/9/EC (POTENTIALLYEXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES)Available for hose and assemblies for components used in Gas Zones 1 & 2 andDust Zones 21 & 22, when applicable.

MATERIAL CERTIFICATION TO EN10204Available for all the hose or hose assembly components.

CERTIFICATES OF CONFORMITY TO BS EN ISO//IEC 17050Are available for all products.

HOSE TESTING Each assembly is pressure tested to 1.5 times maximum working pressure beforedespatch, and pressure test certificates can be supplied.

FIRE RESISTANCE to BS5173 Section 103.13 Part 6.2 and 6.3RC Grade Corroline hose assemblies are “Fire Resistant”. If DRC-300 is added atboth ends, the assemblies are upgraded to “Fire Proof”.

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Hose Conf igurat ion RequirementsHose Assemblies are usually connected at both ends in service. They may then either remain in a fixed, or staticconfiguration or in a flexing, or dynamic configuration.

Whether static or dynamic, the First Rule concerning the configuration of the hose is that the bend radius of thehose must never be less than the Minimum Bend Radius (MBR) for the hose as listed in the relevant hosebrochure.

The most common situation when this is likely to occur is when the hose is flexed at the end fitting, with stressbeing applied to the hose at an angle to the axis of the end fitting. Typically, this happens either because the lengthof the hose is too short, or because the weight of the hose plus contents creates a stress at an angle to the endfitting.

The Second Rule, therefore, if possible, is to design the configuration to ensure that any flexing in the hose takesplace away from the end fittings.

CORRECT - No flex at end fittings

INCORRECT - Hose too short

(Dynamic) Conf igurat ion

Less than MBR

(Stat ic ) Conf igurat ion

INCORRECT - Weight of hose is at 90˚ to Axis of End Fittings

OR

CORRECT - No flex at end fittings

Less than MBR

90˚ Elbowend fittings

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The Third Rule is that the hose configuration should always be designed, and supported where necessary, to avoidany possibility of external abrasion.

In some cases, the length, configuration and angle of the hose can be designed to avoid abrasion. In others, staticor moving support frames or support wheels are required.

The Fourth Rule is that the hose must not be subjected to torque, either during connection, or as a result of the flexingcycle.

Torque (twist) in the hose can be applied during connection if the hose is accidentally twisted, or if the second endbeing connected is a screwed connection, and the hose is subjected to torque during final tightening.

In a flexing application, if any flexing cycle of the hose occurs in 3 dimensions instead of 2, then torque will also occur:

Both Corroflon and Corroline hose have good resistance to a small level of torque, much better resistance that rubber or SS hose

types, but it is still the best practice to take whatever steps are necessary to eliminate torque. If in doubt, consult Aflex Hose.

Abrasion Incorrect - Hose abrasionagainst hose)

Incorrect - Abrasion insidesupport

Correct - No abrasion oversupport

CORRECT - Flexing movementtakes place in 2 dimensions

INCORRECT - Flexing movement takes place in3 dimensions, so torque is applied

Correct - No hoseabrasion

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Calculat ing The Hose Length The formula for calculating the bent section of the hose length

around a radius is derived from the basic formula that the

circumference of a circle = 2πR, where R = the radius of the circle,

and π = a constant, = 3.142.

So, if the hose goes around a 90˚ bend, which is 1/4 of a fullcircumference, and the radius of the bend is R, then the length

of the hose around the bend is = 1/4 x 2πR. Or half way round,

in a U-shape, = 1/2 x 2πR.

Note :

In calculating the length of a hose assembly, the (non-flexible)

length of the end fittings must be added in, also the length of

any straight sections of hose, as in the following example:

Example :

To calculate the length for a 2” bore size hose with flange

end fittings, to be fitted in a 90˚ configuration with one leg 400mm

long, the other 600mm long.

Length of Bent Section (yellow)= 1/4 x 2πR (334)

= 1/4 x 2 x 3.142 x 334= 525mm

Length of top, Straight Section, including the top end fitting length

= 600 - 334 = 266mm

Length of bottom end fitting = 66mm

Total length of Hose Assembly = 525 + 266 + 66 = 857mm

Things to consider

(a) A hose will normally take the longest radius available to it to

go around a corner, not the MBR! Also - always remember

to include the non-flexible end fitting lengths.

(b) In dynamic applications, remember to always calculate the

lengths for the most extended configuration during the

flexing cycle, not the least extended.

(c) If the configuration is simply too complex for calculation,

then obtain a length of flexible tubing of some kind, mark on

paper, or a wall, or floor, or both where the connection

points will be relative to each other, scaled down if necessary,

then manually run the flexible tubing between them with full

radii round bends. Measure the extended length, then scale

up if necessary to determine the approximate length of the

hose.

If in doubt, consult Aflex Hose.

L = 1/4 x 2πR

R

R

L = 1/2 x 2πR

400m

m

334m

m

334mm

RADIUS R = 400 - 66 = 334

End Fitting Length = 66mm

600mm

600 - 334

= 266mm

R = 3

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General

Aflex PTFE hose products have not been designed or tested to be suitable foruse in any Aerospace, Medical Implantation or Radioactive and suchuse is therefore strictly prohibited unless written approval from Aflex Hose Ltdhas been given.

Aflex Hose Ltd will not accept liability for any failures of the Aflex HoseProducts which are caused by customers failing to perform theirResponsibilities as specified in these Conditions of Sale.

It is the customer’s strict Responsibility to review all of the usage limitationsgiven for the hose which he intends to use in an application, to ensure that theapplication conditions are in compliance with those usage limitations. Theusage limitations are specified both on this page, in the Full Brochures for therelevant products on the Aflex Hose website. Customers must always consultthe latest, up to date information, which is only available and downloadablefrom the Aflex website.

It must be accepted, however, that the usage limitations specified elsewherein the Hose Product Information and on this page are intended as a guideonly, since every possible factor in every type of application cannot possiblybe covered. It is therefore the Customer’s Responsibility to ensure the designsuitability and safety of the products in their intended applications, givingparticular consideration to the chemical and electrostatic compatibility of thefluids or gases passing through, the possibility of diffusion of fluid or gasesthrough the PTFE hose lining, the possibility of external corrosive conditions,the types and likelihood of excessive mechanical abuse, such as abrasion(internal or external), crushing, excessive flexing or vibrations etc, and anyexcessive temperature and/or pressure “pulsing” conditions, all of which maycause premature hose failure. It is also the Customer’s Responsibility toconsider, and take account of the degree of risk involved in any hose failure,including the provision of adequate protection in the event of any risk toemployees or the general public. In applications where any type of hose failurewould lead to financial losses if the hose is not replaced immediately, it is theCustomer’s Responsibility to order and hold in stock spare hose(s)accordingly. It is also the Customer’s Responsibility to advise Aflex Hose inwriting if there are any special requirements for the hose, including cleaning,or drying, or extra testing requirements which are in addition to normalindustrial standards.

If the Customer has any doubts concerning these or any other usage limitationor safety parameters, it is the Customer’s Responsibility to consult Aflex HoseLtd, to request a written response to any queries.

It is the Responsibility of the Customer to ensure that if the product is sold on,or passed on, however many times, that all the necessary informationincluding this page and the Aflex Hose website address are also passed on tothe final user, together with a specific requirement that the final user mustreview the usage limitations in terms of his own application.

Hose Service Li fe

It is not possible to guarantee a minimum service life for any of the Aflex Hoseproducts which can be applicable for every type of application.

(For example, PTFE lined hose has been used in one application where it wascycled with hot steam, then cold water, also flexed every 17 seconds 24 hoursper day, and the customer was very satisfied with a service life of 3 weeksbefore failure. In other light duty applications carrying pharmaceuticalproducts, however, many Corroflon hoses are still performing satisfactorilyafter 20 years in service).

Service life predictions or guarantees can only be given in cases where all therelevant information concerning the application is given in writing to AflexHose, and Aflex Hose subsequently replies in writing prior to the order beingplaced.

If such a written undertaking is not sought and given, then Aflex Hose cannotbe held liable for any hose product failure which the customer considers to bepremature, excepting failures which are due to faulty materials ormanufacturing defects.

24 Month Warranty

Aflex Hose Ltd warrants its products to be free from faulty materials ormanufacturing defects from the date of the initial sale, for 24 months.

N.B. All ETH Hoses are only warranted for 12 months.

Product Fai lure

In the event of a product failure, Aflex Hose requests that the product shouldnot be cut up or tampered with, but should be de-contaminated and returnedto Aflex Hose, plus a decontamination certificate, for examination and analysisof the fault. The customer should also provide full details in writing of theapplication conditions under which the hose failed, including Pressure,Vacuum, Temperature, Flexing and any cycling of any of these, also the fluidand gases passing through the hose, and the total time that the hose hasbeen in service. The customer may send his own witness to the examinationif required. Aflex Hose will provide a full Non Conformance Report for thecustomer.

If faulty materials or a manufacturing defect in the hose was responsible forthe failure to perform then, the maximum liability to be accepted by Aflex Hosewould include the invoice value of the failed hose itself, or the invoice value ofthe whole customer order if appropriate, also any reasonable costs forremoval and replacement of the hose, and costs for packing and despatchingthe failed hose back to Aflex Hose. Aflex Hose Ltd will not accept liability forany other consequential or financial losses, including, but not limited to lossof profits, loss of products or downtime costs.

Untested Hose for Self Assembly by Customers

Aflex Hose sometimes supplies “loose” hose, without end fittings attached toSelf Assembly Customers, who will then cut the hose to length and attach endfittings to make up Hose Assemblies.

Self Assembly Customers must then accept the responsibility to carry outpressure testing of 100% of such assemblies to 11/2 times the MaximumWorking Pressure (MWP) if the hose as listed in the Full Product Brochurebefore supply for end use, to validate both the hose and the end fittingattachment.

When pressure testing hoses with a plastic or rubber outer cover, the cover willmask any signs of leakage for a time. It is therefore recommended that after theHydrostatic Pressure Test, the hose should be tested at the MWP with air underwater for a minimum test period of 5 minutes.

Unless the customer requests, and Aflex Hose confirm that their loose hose ispressure tested before supply, such testing is not normally applied by AflexHose, because this testing requirement is satisfied by the Self AssemblyCustomer during his own testing of the finished Hose Assembly.

The Self Assembly Customer must also accept responsibility for determiningand approving the Design Suitability of the hose assemblies for their intendeduse before supply.

This includes determining and requesting or applying any special tests whichmay be identified as necessary to ensure suitability for the intended use.

Aflex Hose will only accept liability for its hose products which are assembledby Aflex Approved Self-Assembly Companies if all the hose and fittingcomponents were supplied by Aflex Hose or approved for use by Aflex Hose,and they were assembled and tested in accordance with Aflex Hose’s currentManufacturing and Testing Instructions, available to approved SelfAssemblers in an I-Bay on the Aflex Hose website.

Untested Hose Assemblies

Aflex Hose is sometimes requested by customers to attach non-standard endfittings to hose assemblies which they supply, and in some cases it is notpossible to connect these fittings to the pressure test system. In such cases aConcession not to test is obtained from the Customer, and a label is attachedto the hose assembly, warning that it requires pressure testing before use.

Force Majeure

Aflex Hose Ltd shall not be liable for any delay or default in performing inaccordance with any Customers’ order if the delay or default is caused byconditions beyond its control, including, but not limited to wars, insurrections,strikes, natural disasters or performance failures by Carriers, sub-contractorsor other third parties outside the control of Aflex Hose Ltd.

Legal System

These Conditions of Sale are subject to English Law.

C O N D I T I O N S O F S A L E

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UK CORROLINE/19.09.11 Rev 14

Cert i f icate No. 1977