Industrial Terms Explained

Industrial Terms Explained, your ultimate resource for mastering hoses, ducting, and fittings! Explore step-by-step guides and expert info on everything from choosing the right PVC or PTFE tubing to installing reinforced suction hoses and pressure fittings. Whether you’re handling chemicals, water, or air, we’ve got practical solutions for all skill levels.

How to Calculate Wall Thickness: The Complete Guide

Calculating wall thickness is vital for pressure containment, vacuum resistance, and flow efficiency across flexible hoses, ductings, and tubing. This guide details formulas for Inner Diameter (ID), Outer Diameter (OD), Nominal Diameter (DN), and Nominal Bore (NB). It explains hoop stress via Barlow's formula, suction helices, layflat hoses, clip ductings, and the impact of Shore hardness across PVC, polyurethane, silicone, Viton, nylon, and PTFE to prevent line bursts and vacuum collapse.

Understanding Shore Hardness of Flexible Tubes: A Guide to PVC, Polyurethane, Nylon, and More

This guide explores Shore hardness in flexible tubes made of PVC, polyurethane, nylon, and silicone, detailing their hardness, uses, and key features. It explains why hardness is crucial for picking the right tube for tasks like water transfer or fuel lines, offers tips on buying in the UK, and includes an FAQ to clarify common queries.

How to Calculate Bend Radius: A Comprehensive Guide

This guide details bend radius, its key role in hosepipe, tubing, and ducting efficiency and safety, and accurate calculation methods. It explores the science, factors like material flexibility and wall thickness, and steps using specs, rules, and testing. It also covers flexibility vs. durability, risks of ignoring bend radius, and tips to optimise performance within limits.