Flexible hose assemblies

FaBLINE

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Overview

FaBLINE

With excellent flexibility and kink-free design requiring less force to bend than competitor smooth bore products, FaBLINE^TM offers a versatile hose solution throughout production processes. FaBLINE hoses carry up to twice the flow of similar-sized convoluted delivery hoses, providing a faster, more efficient processing solution. For applications where hoses are tasked to dispense highly viscous media in precise quantities, traditional rubber hoses can block or burst. FaBLINE’s low friction, smooth bore construction will minimise back-pressure to avoid downtime and material losses.

Features and benefits

Increased product service life for reduced replacement, downtime and labour costs
Reduced CIP downtime with cost savings on chemicals and utilities
Superior flow rates for shorter load/unload times and lower processing cost
Increased CIP chemical compatibility reduces cycle times and the risk of recall and product spoiling

Technical summary

Nominal bore size	0.25 - 3 in
Outside diameter	11.6 - 92.8 mm
Outside diameter	0.46 - 3.654 in
Max. operating pressure	40 bar
Max. operating pressure	580 psi
Certification and compliance	3.1 Traceability, 3-A 62-02, EC 1935/2004, EC 2023/2006, EN16643:2016, FDA (materials)
Bend radius	19 - 350 mm
Bend radius	0.75 - 13.75 in
Cover	EPDM, Platinum cured silicone rubber

Technical Summary table lists features available within the range. See ‘Technical specifications’ tab for model specific information.

Specifications

Technical specifications

	FaBLINE RC	FaBLINE SI
Nominal bore size	0.375 - 3 in	0.25 - 3 in
Actual bore size	9.7 - 76.8 mm	6.6 - 76.8 mm
Actual bore size	0.3 - 3.024 in	0.26 - 3.024 in
Length	15 - 30 m	15 - 30 m
Length	50 - 100 Ft	50 - 100 Ft
Outside diameter	15.5 - 92.8 mm	11.6 - 92.8 mm
Outside diameter	0.61 - 3.654 in	0.46 - 3.654 in
Max. operating pressure	40 bar	40 bar
Max. operating pressure	580 psi	580 psi
Burst pressure	60 - 160 bar	60 - 160 bar
Burst pressure	868 - 2,320 psi	868 - 2,320 psi
Certification and compliance	3.1 Traceability, 3-A 62-02, EC 1935/2004, EC 2023/2006, EN16643:2016, FDA (materials)	3.1 Traceability, 3-A 62-02, EC 1935/2004, EC 2023/2006, EN16643:2016, FDA (materials)
Operating temperature range	-40 to 150 °C	-73 to 204 °C
Bend radius	19 - 350 mm	19 - 350 mm
Operating temperature range	-40 to 300 °F	-100 to 400 °F
Bend radius	0.75 - 13.75 in	0.75 - 13.75 in
Gamma stability	Not suitable	Not suitable
Autoclave stability	Suitable	Suitable
Cover	EPDM	Platinum cured silicone rubber
Hose external protection options	Protection coil, Safegard, Scuff rings	Protection coil, Safegard, Scuff rings
End fitting	ANSI 150, BSP and NPT threaded fittings, Cam and Groove and dip pipes, DIN 11851 fittings, DIN and JIS swivel flange, Hygienic SMS, IDF fittings, I-line, JIC fittings, RJT fittings, Sanitary triclamp fittings	ANSI 150, BSP and NPT threaded fittings, Cam and Groove and dip pipes, DIN 11851 fittings, DIN and JIS swivel flange, Hygienic SMS, IDF fittings, I-line, JIC fittings, RJT fittings, Sanitary triclamp fittings
Labelling options	Color coding, Standard	Color coding, Standard, Streamline tagging
Vacuum resistance	Vacuum resistant to -0.9bar	Vacuum resistant to -0.9bar

PTFE liner tubes are chemically resistant to all CIP, SIP and Autoclave conditions. Static build-up is prevented in FaBLINE hoses during steam or dry air purging by their conductive liners. Assemblies are electrically continuous between ends as standard and designated M/Ω-L according to EN16643. Customers are advised to ensure appropriate grounding at the hose ends.

Frequent and rapid phase change in the transported media from liquid to gas and back, could shorten the expected hose life. Customers should inform Aflex Hose of the process details to confirm suitability prior to ordering.

FaBLINE hoses are not suitable for exposure to high energy radioactive sources, including Gamma radiation which embrittles PTFE.

Materials of construction

Helical wire	Stainless steel 316
Liner tube	PTFE
Wire braid	Stainless steel 316

Literature

Brochures

FaBLine brochure (US).pdf
PDF - 395.7kb

Datasheet

FaBLINE RC Datasheet (US).pdf
PDF - 237.6kb
FaBLINE SI Datasheet (US).pdf
PDF - 216.9kb

Other Resources

configure-for-abrasion.pdf
PDF - 232.1kb
configure-for-bend.pdf
PDF - 164.2kb
length-calculation.pdf
PDF - 192.4kb
special-usage-conditions-fabl.pdf
PDF - 145.7kb

ETH Hose Assembly

Purpose

For use in applications where the temperature of the process fluid must be regulated as it passes through the hose. In some applications, an additional ‘melt out’ facility may also be required.

Description

The heating element comprises self-regulating element spirally wrapped around the hose assembly. Self-regulating elements may require a sensor and controller if a specific maintain temperature is required. Please consult Aflex Hose for clarification. The power leads and (if applicable) temperature sensor leads emerge from the hose assembly at one end, through glands and conduits. The thermal insulation is foam rubber, silicone foam rubber. The outer cover may be a polypropylene braid or SS wire braid with a blue or black EPDM rubber cover.

Design

Each hose is custom designed and built. Application details must be supplied by filling in an “ETH Hose Questionnaire”, available from the website. Generally, for hazardous areas, particularly “Zone 1”, the Self-Regulating type of heating element is employed, with or without a temperature sensor and control, and flameproof glands and conduit are also required. The watts per metre of the heating element, the pitch of the spiral on the hose, and the thickness of the thermal insulation are all calculated in accordance with established formulae to give the required maintained temperature.

Specifications

As for Bioflex Ultra GP, SS in Specifications, except that the minimum bend radius is tripled and the outside diameter and weight are significantly increased in line with the particular design. The maximum length of a CH/ETH hose is 10m (33ft).

Limitations

1” PTFE lined PN10 flange spigots on heated hoses can only have a maximum flare diameter of 50mm, not 63mm. If the hose is “hanging”, straight or at 90˚, under its own weight, special construction is required, so advise Aflex Hose accordingly. Minimum ETH Hose assembly length, when collars are used 1mtr.

ETH Hose Assembly

Options and accessories

Braids, Covers and External Protections

Hose
	Bioflex Ultra	Pharmaline N	Pharmaline X	FaBLINE	Corroflon	Corroline+	Smoothbore	Hyperline FX	Visiflon
Tube only -TO	✔				✔		✔	✔	✔
Stainless Steel - SS	✔				✔		✔	✔	✔
Rubber Covered - RC	✔			✔	✔	✔
Polypropylene Braid - PB	✔				✔
Platinum Cured - SI	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Braids
	Bioflex Ultra	Pharmaline N	Pharmaline X	FaBLINE	Corroflon	Corroline+	Smoothbore	Hyperline FX	Visiflon
Plastic Rubber option					✔		✔	✔
Aramid								✔
Kynar Braid					✔
Hastelloy Braid					✔
Blue EPDM	✔			✔	✔
Black EPDM	✔				✔	✔
External protections
	Bioflex Ultra	Pharmaline N	Pharmaline X	FaBLINE	Corroflon	Corroline+	Smoothbore	Hyperline FX	Visiflon
Safeguard Protection Sleeve - SG	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Scuff Ring - SR	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Protection Coil - PC	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Double Rubber Cover End Protection - RC300	✔		✔	✔	✔	✔
Double Rubber Cover End Protection - DBK300	✔				✔		✔	✔	✔

End Fittings

	Bioflex Ultra	Pharmaline N	Pharmaline X	FaBLINE	Corroflon	Corroline+	Smoothbore	Hyperline FX	Visiflon
Swivel Flange Fittings - Non-Lined	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Swivel Flange Fittings - Lined	✔			✔	✔	✔
Cam & Groove Fittings Male Non-Lined	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Cam & Groove Fittings Male Lined	✔			✔	✔	✔
Cam & Groove Fittings Female Non-lined	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Cam & Groove Fittings Female Lined	✔			✔	✔	✔
Sanitary Triclamp Fittings PTFE Lined and Flared	✔			✔	✔
Sanitary Triclamp Fittings - Non-Lined	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Sanitary & Mini Sanitary	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Sanitary Triclamp Fittings - 90° Elbow Fitting	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
DIN 11851 / SMS Fittings - PTFE Lined	✔			✔	✔
DIN 11851 Fittings - Non-Lined	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
RJT Female Fittings - Non-lined	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
BSP & NPT Threaded Fittings - NPT & BSPT Fittings	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
BSP & NPT Threaded Fitting - BSP 60° Cone seat female fittings	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
JIC Fittings	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
PTFE Dip Pipe Fittings	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
3-A Sanitary Fittings	✔	✔	✔	✔
90° Elbow Fitting	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Grooved Standpipe Fittings	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
IDF Female / Male - Non-lined	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
ENCAP Fittings	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
PTFE Tail or Hydraulic Fittings							✔	✔	✔
PTFE Tail Fittings					✔		✔	✔	✔

How to order

Specify all requirements in order shown below:

Quantity
Hose size
PTFE Liner
Braid
External Cover
Protection system
Length
End fittings

Example
Written description	4 off x 1” bore Bioflex Ultra, AS, SS, RC, DRC-300 hose x 3.00 metres long. Both ends non-lined ANSI 150# S/S Flanges
Part numbers	4 off Part No. 16-BFXU/AS-RC-00-3.00m-12-12, with DRC 300 at both ends.

Special requirements:

Hose construction
Tagging information
Certification
Special testing

Specify full written description on enquiry or purchase order:

Hose Grades:

PTFE liner	Braids	Rubber covers
Natural (GP)	316 stainless steel (SS)	Platinum cured silicone
Antistatic (AS)	Polypropylene (PB)	Blue EPDM rubber cover (RC)
		Black EPDM rubber cover (BK)

External protections available – see braid, covers and end fittings page.

Bioflex Ultra assembly length and limitations

LISTED MINIMUM LENGTHS DO NOT INCLUDE FITTINGS.

Hose length + end fittings = Total hose assembly length (sealing face to sealing face)

Lengths made to customer requirement. Tolerance +2 %/-0 %. Closer tolerances available to special order.

Nominal Size of Hose	Minimum Hose Length Between Fittings			Maximum Hose Assembly Length Longer lengths may be available by special order
	Used Straight	Flexed Through 90°
	All Grades	TO, KYB Grades	SS, PB RC Grades
inches (mm)	inches (mm)	inches (mm)	inches (mm)	Metres (ft)
³/₈ (10)	3 (75)	3.00 (75)	3.00 (75)	100 (30)
¹/₂ (15)	3 (75)	3.00 (75)	3.00 (75)	100 (30)
⁵/₈ (16)	3 (75)	4.00 (100)	3.00 (75)	100 (30)
³/₄ (20)	3 (75)	4.72 (120)	4.00 (100)	100 (30)
⁷/₈ (22)	3 (75)	5.71 (145)	4.00 (100)	100 (30)
1 (25)	3 (75)	6.89 (175)	4.33 (110)	100 (30)
1¹/₄ (32)	4 (100)	8.66 (220)	6.30 (160)	100 (30)
1³/₈ (35)	4 (100)	10.04 (255)	7.48 (190)	100 (30)
1¹/₂ (40)	4 (100)	11.22 (285)	8.66 (220)	100 (30)
1⁷/₈(48)	4 (100)	17.32 (440)	11.81 (300)	100 (30)
2 (50)	4 (100)	18.70 (475)	12.40 (315)	100 (30)
2¹/₂ (65)	4 (100)	27.95 (710)	18.70 (475)	60 (18)
3 (80)	4 (100)	32.48 (825)	21.65 (550)	50 (15)

End Fittings

Large range of ‘standard’ end fittings available.

Special order—non-standard grades of SS or materials such as Hastelloy or Monel.

Specification Equivalents
Grade	BS British Standard	AISI American Standard or C = Casting Grade	EN European Norm
316L SS	BS 316 S11	AISI 316 L	EN1.4404
316C SS	BS 316 C16	CF8M	EN 1.4408
304 SS	BS 304 S15	AISI 304	EN 1.4301