Poly-Rex™
Poly-Rex™
Poly-Rex™is Hose Master’s line of polygonal interlocked metal hose. Constructed from T304, T316, T201, or Galvanized steel in a variety of different thicknesses, this product offers the most robust resistance to torsional stress, without sacrificing flexibility.
Explanation of Poly-Rex™ Part Numbers:
PX ____________
Thickness Code
____________
Material Code
Thickness Codes:
15 – Light Weight
18 – Medium Weight
25 – Heavy Weight
Material Codes:
GS – Aluminum
GS – Galvanized Steel
SS – T304 Stainless Steel
16 – T316 Stainless Steel
20 – T201 Stainless Steel
Example: PX15SS is made from T304 stainless steel strip.015” thick.
| Inside Diameter | PX 15__(GS,SS,16,20) | PX 18__(GS,SS,16) | PX 25__(GS,SS,20) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight per foot(lbs.) | Min. Bend Radius(in.) | Weight per foot(lbs.) | Min. Bend Radius(in.) | Weight per foot(lbs.) | Min. Bend Radius(in.) | |
| 4 | 1.8 | 16.5 | 2.2 | 18 | 3.2 | 20 |
| 5 | 2.2 | 21 | 2.7 | 23 | 4.0 | 25 |
| 6 | 2.7 | 25 | 3.2 | 26 | 4.7 | 29.5 |
| 7 | 3.1 | 29.5 | 3.7 | 31.5 | 5.5 | 34.5 |
| 8 | 3.5 | 33.5 | 4.2 | 35.5 | 6.2 | 39 |
*For packed hose add 20% to minimum bend radius
Available Packings
| Packing Type | Features | Max Temp. |
|---|---|---|
| Low-Temp Elastomeric | Max Pressure and Vacuum | 200° F |
| High-Temp Elastomeric | Max Pressure and Vacuum | 500° F |
| Low-temp Fiber | Economical | 180° F |
| High-Temp Fiber | Elevated Temperature | 1000° F |
| Metal | Extreme Temp. | 800° F – 1200° F |
When to Consider Packing:
Interlocked metal hose, by the nature of its construction, is not pressure tight. However, pressure and media infiltration through the interlocked wall can be minimized by the insertion of one of a variety of packings into the wall during hose manufacturing. Packing consists of a continuous cord or strand of elastomer, or other material which is locked into a special channel between the interlocked hose wall layers. The choice of packing material is tailored to the demands of the specific application.
Hose Master places emphasis on continual improvements within our manufacturing processes, product offering and services. Hose Master reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any products contained herein.
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