Custom PVC Hoses – Transparent and Flexible

PVC Hoses for Liquids, Air and Technical Applications

PVC hoses are used in numerous commercial, industrial and private applications. The flexible material allows easy installation and, depending on the hose design, is suitable for transporting different liquids, gases or air. Transparent versions also offer the advantage that the conveyed medium and the flow remain visible from the outside.

Which version is suitable depends on the specific application. In addition to diameter and length, operating pressure, medium, temperature and the required mechanical load capacity are particularly important. PVC hoses with fabric reinforcement meet different requirements than unreinforced PVC hoses.

PVC Hose With or Without Fabric Reinforcement – What Is the Difference?

PVC hoses can have different constructions. One key difference is whether the hose is additionally reinforced with a fabric layer or consists solely of flexible PVC.

PVC Braided Hose for Pressure Applications

In a PVC braided hose, a reinforcing fabric is embedded between the PVC layers. This increases the stability of the hose and, depending on the specific design, enables use at higher internal pressures.

The custom PVC braided hose from diconfa features reinforcement made from cross-woven polyester fabric. The transparent design allows good visual monitoring of the medium and combines flexibility with dimensional stability and high pressure resistance.

The current braided hose can be used, among other applications, for water, drinking water, air, argon, fruit juices, wine and selected other liquids. Typical applications include pumps, dosing and filling systems, compressed air systems, compressors, irrigation systems as well as industry, food processing, agriculture and laboratories.

PVC Hose Without Fabric Reinforcement for Lower-Pressure Applications

An unreinforced PVC hose does not contain an additional fabric layer. Such transparent PVC hoses are typically used for unpressurised or low-pressure conveying and transfer tasks where no additional reinforcement is required for higher operating pressures.

Thanks to the simpler hose construction, the material remains flexible and, with transparent versions, the conveyed medium can be easily monitored. Typical applications may include simple water transfer, drains, laboratory and equipment connections or other low-pressure applications. Here too, the technical data of the respective hose version are always decisive.

The diconfa range is being expanded to include a PVC hose without fabric reinforcement. The specific diameters, approved media, operating temperatures and other technical properties will be available directly in the respective product data once the product has been added.

Choosing the Right PVC Hose

Determine the Medium and Intended Use

The first key factor is which medium will be conveyed through the hose. Water, air, food products, diluted acids or alkalis and other technical media can place different demands on the hose. Media resistance should therefore always be checked based on the specific product information.

Select Fabric Reinforcement According to Pressure Requirements

If the hose is exposed to higher internal pressure, a fabric-reinforced version may be required. The reinforcement helps the hose retain its shape under pressure. For unpressurised or lower-pressure applications, however, a PVC hose without fabric reinforcement may be sufficient.

The maximum permissible operating pressure depends on the specific product and dimensions. The selection should therefore not be based solely on the designation “PVC hose” or “PVC braided hose”.

Consider the Inner and Outer Diameter

For a suitable connection, the inner and outer diameters are important selection criteria. The inner diameter determines the available cross-section for the medium, while the outer diameter may be relevant for connections, clamps and the installation situation, for example.

Therefore, carefully measure existing connections before ordering and take into account the specifications of the fittings, pumps or equipment being used.

Transparent PVC Hose for Visual Monitoring

With transparent PVC hoses, the conveyed medium remains visible. This can be helpful, for example, in filling, dosing, water or laboratory applications where the flow needs to be monitored or possible contamination or air bubbles need to be detected.

PVC Hoses in the diconfa Hose Range

Which hose is suitable always depends on the medium, pressure, temperature and application. PVC hoses are suitable for numerous conveying and transfer tasks, while extraction hoses, for example, are specifically designed for conveying air, dust, chips or other extraction media.

You can find an overview of additional hose types and technical solutions in the parent category Hoses. The range is being gradually expanded to include additional PVC, extraction and industrial hoses for different applications.