An oxygen hose is a flexible rubber hose for welding, often paired with an acetylene hose. Due to its specialized use, it’s also called a welding hose. Many people are unfamiliar with it, so let’s explore its details.
Features of Oxygen Hoses
Tough
Polyester threads are twisted and fully woven into the hose’s middle layer. This gives the oxygen hose a high burst pressure, reaching 200 kg/cm² with a working pressure of 60 kg/cm².
Strong
A special engineering technique bonds the PVC layer to the polyester thread layer. This prevents separation between the hose’s inner and outer layers.
Durable
Oxygen hoses use top-grade raw materials. With strict material selection and advanced technology, they offer better quality than standard hoses. This makes them more durable and extends their service life.
Soft
The hose’s formula addresses common rubber weaknesses. It results in a smooth, flexible rubber hose that’s easy to handle.
Uses of Oxygen Hoses
Ideal for high-pressure cleaners, oil circuit systems, and sprayers. Suitable for steel factories, shipbuilding, and any application requiring welding work.
Keeping Oxygen Hoses Clean
Cleaning is critical. Remove all grease, debris, metal shavings, paint, oxides, and other impurities.
Why?
These substances can react violently with oxygen, causing fires or explosions.
Metal shavings, for example, may explode under high-speed liquid flow.
In cryogenic pipelines, impurities can clog openings or stick to moving parts, leading to equipment failure