The inner wall types of rubber industrial hoses
Steam tubing is also known as rubber steam hose. It is a rubber hose to transfer high temp steam or hot water. Its inner and outer rubber layer are EPDM with good heat resistance. Besides, it is light in weight and flexible. It often serves in cooling system, hot and cold water for engines and food process.
What are the precautions for using steam tubing
Before the use of flexible steam hose, confirm the use first. While you should confirm the actual pressure and the temp of the steam. Besides, confirm if it is high humidity steam or dry steam. After that, confirm the frequency of use and the work conditions. Then choose the hose based on your real demand.
When using the steam hose, make sure that the steam hose joint is outside the pipe. Then install the joint as per the instruction. Pay attention to check the firmness of the joint. While do not excessively bend the steam pipe near the joint.
During the use of the steam hose, it is necessary to replace it regularly. Besides, often check if the hose can still work safely. While if there are some conditions occur as follow, you should replace it in time. First, the outer layer blisters or bulges. Second the outer layer of the hose is cut. Third, air leakage at the steam hose fittings or air leakage on the pipe body. Last, damage to the flattened part or knotted part of the hose.
The operator should wear safety protective clothing. Like gloves, rubber boots and glasses. These are mainly to prevent burns by steam or hot water.
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