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Hoses are thin tubes that can bend and move fluids from one place to another. They are used in many fields, such as agriculture, building, the car industry, etc.
There are many different kinds of tubes, and each one is made for a certain job. PVC tubes are often used to transport drinkable water, drinks, and chemicals, among other things.
Industrial hoses are a big group that includes all kinds of lines that aren't made of metal, Teflon, hydraulic fluid, or composite materials. They are mostly made for special use, like breweries, chemicals, steam, or air. Rubber tubes are also often used to move gasoline and other fluids during making.
Hoses are made up of three main parts: a plastic or rubber tube or inner lining that comes into contact with the fluid, a textile, plastic, or metal body or carcass that strengthens the structure of the hose so it can withstand pressures from the inside and outside and a rubber, plastic, metal, or textile cover that protects the hose from damage caused by wear, abrasion, and the environment.
Hoses are an important part of many businesses, and choosing the right type for the job is important. Most of the time, hose makers are consulted about special uses.
1. What pressure do you test fire lines at?
Ans: When preparing a fire hose for work, the pressure must be checked.
2. What is a brake hose?
Ans: It is an important part of your brakes that moves brake fluid from the master cylinder to the wheel cylinder or brake caliper, depending on the type of brakes you have.
3. What's the difference between a brake hose and a brake line?
Ans: Both a brake line and a brake hose are ways for brake fluid to get from the master cylinder to the brakes, but they are made for different uses. A brake pipe is flexible and lets the wheel assembly move. A brake line, on the other hand, is not flexible and is used in places where the wheel assembly cannot move.
4. Can you get more water from two hoses?
Ans: Adding a second hose won't double the flow; it should be like a 3/4" pipe feeding a single hose.
5. When should I think about buying two-yard hoses?
Ans: If you need a hose longer than 50 feet, consider buying two hoses and connecting them.
