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Handling steam is very hazardous. If it is not properly controlled it can cause property damage, injury or even death. Selection for the proper application, usage, and maintenance will not only increase hose life but will insure safe operation for the user.
Alfagomma
T343AH Series
270 PSI Braided Refinery Steam Hose
GENERAL APPLICATIONS
- Saturated steam in applications where an oil resistant cover is needed
- Use with superheated steam will shorten hose life. Proper draining of steam hose after each use will increase service life.
- Not recommended for washdown applications where detergent or oils are present.
CONSTRUCTION
- Tube – Black extruded EPDM – heat-resistant. Not for steam cleaner use.
- Reinforcement – High tensile steel wire braids
- Cover – Red special compound - heat, oil-resistant, ozone and hydrocarbon resistant. Pin-pricked cover to allow venting. (Black version available upon request with minimum order quantities.)
SERVICE TEMPERATURE RANGE
Saturated steam where an oil resistant cover is required. Constant Operation: -40°F (-40 °C) to +410°F (+210°C) Intermittent to +450°F (+232°C)
BRANDING
Embossed brand ALFAGOMMA – ITALY 343 18 BAR (270 PSI) STEAM – DRAIN AFTER USE – QTR/YEAR (embossed)
| Series Number | ID | OD | Max. Working Pressure (psi) | Min. Bending Radius (in) at 68°F |
Standard Length (ft) | Weight (lbs/ft) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (in) | (mm) | (in) | (mm) | |||||
| T343AH075 | 3/4 | 19 | 1.22 | 31 | 270 | 7 1/2 | 50/100 | 0.54 |
| T343AH100 | 1 | 25 | 1.50 | 38 | 270 | 10 | 50/100 | 0.66 |
*T341AA/AH 1 1/4", 1 1/2" & 2" not suitable for “Ship to Shore” service.
Refer to Steam Hose Testing & Inspection
PLEASE NOTE: Drain hose after each use to avoid tube damage before hose is put back in operation, to avoid "popcorning" of tube.
COUPLING SUGGESTIONS: Steel or malleable iron male insert NPT or female ground joint or washer type with spuds attached with 2 or 4 bolt interlocking clamps.