What It Handles:
- Extreme Temperature: Both hot and cold, without going brittle, perishing or softening the way plastic and rubber do.
- Harsh Chemicals: Media that would attack rubber compounds or standard plastics.
- High Working Pressure: The stainless braid carries the pressure load, allowing ratings well above comparable plastic hose.
When It Is Not the Right Choice:
- Routine Low-Pressure Water: A cost question, not a performance one. For clean water at moderate temperature and pressure, thermoplastic or rubber does the same job for considerably less.
- Where an Off-the-Shelf Length Will Do: Assemblies are made to order, so lead time is longer than pulling a standard hose off the shelf. Worth factoring in if you need it tomorrow.
Custom Assemblies:
Stainless steel braided hose assemblies are made to order. Fitting the ends requires specialist welding, so every assembly is built to the length and end connections you specify. Call 0800 111 971 with your requirements.