Suppliers and manufactures provide
hundreds of different kinds of hydraulic hoses. They also offer thousands of
different fittings and couplings to go with the hoses. This can make replacing
the hydraulic hose assembly stressful for anyone. How do you know which hoses
and other assembly pieces are right for your needs? The Hose Shop has an extensive inventory of hydraulic hoses that allows us to make up any assembly possible.
When you are purchasing a new hydraulic hose, you need to make sure everything is checked off:
The Hose
Size
The hose size specifically refers to
the diameter. If you are using the correct size, it will limit the amount of
pressure you lose. This prevents the hose from being damaged when heat is
generated or there is an excessive amount of turbulence.
You can find the size information by
looking at the print on the lay-line of your original hose. If the printing has
been painted over or is worn out, you could cut the original hose to figure out
what size it is. Just check the manufacturer’s recommendation for the hose assembly
to make sure the original hose is the proper size. If you are having trouble finding the size of your hose, you can call one of our hydraulic hose experts at The Hose Shop and they will help you.
The
Temperature
You need to be aware of the minimum and
maximum temperature the system you are connecting the hydraulic hoses to can reach. This
is important to prevent the hose from being damaged by excessively cold or hot
temperatures.
The
Material
There are so many different kinds of
hydraulic fluids you could be passing through your hose. It is important to
select a hydraulic hose that is compatible with whatever fluids your system is using.
After all, the viscosity level of the fluid will impact the lifespan and the
performance of the entire assembly.
The
Fittings
The general rule of thumb when working
with hydraulic hoses is to have the least amount of connections as possible.
Utilize the manufacturer’s information to confirm the right fittings for your
assembly.
It is vital to take your time and choose
the right hoses and fittings for your assembly. Utilizing the wrong parts could
make the entire assembly a safety risk.
For more information about hydraulic hoses, call The Hose Shop today!
