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FDA and 3A COMPLIANT HOSE
Flexline offers a wide variety of FDA and 3-A-compliant rubber and PVC hose products for the food & beverage, dairy, personal hygiene, and water transfer industries. Our range of SaniGard® rubber hoses, such as Protector®, Pure-Fit® FGR, Gladiator®, Sentry® Milkflex® and Vintner are the recognized industry standards for the food and beverage market.
Our PVC FDA and 3A compliant offerings include WT, WE, 2001, 2020, FT, and MILK.
GLADIATOR GCR RUBBER FDA HOSE
Gladiator® GCR rubber hose is the premier food transfer hose. Specially constructed to be kink resistant, the hose will return to shape, under pressure, after it has been twisted, kinked, or run over by a vehicle. Gladiator has a non marking cover and is perfect for high transfer areas. It is used throughout food processing plants in applications that require CIP. It withstands high pressures. When durability, kink resistance, high pressures, and FDA-approved multi-purpose uses are required, Gladiator is the best food grade rubber hose on the market.
Applications: Food and Beverage Transfer, Cosmetic manufacturing, Dairy, Personal hygiene products.
Temperature Range: -40⁰F to 225⁰F continuous service
Fittings: All stainless steel sanitary clamp, bevel and I-Line style, flanges, cam locks, male pipe thread, female JIC swivels.
Approvals: FDA – USDA – 3-A – CFIA
Construction: Inner tube: White Santoprene
Reinforcement: Multiple fabric spirals and monofilament helix
Cover: Red EPDM
Part
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I.D.
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O.D.
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Max.
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Min. Bend
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Vacuum
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Weight
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GCR150 |
1-1/2 |
2-5/32 |
250 |
5.0 |
20 |
1.05 |
GCR200 |
2 |
2-21/32 |
250 |
7.0 |
20 |
1.33 |
GCR250 |
2-1/2 |
3-6/32 |
250 |
12.0 |
20 |
1.77 |
GCR300 |
3 |
3-24/32 |
250 |
18.0 |
20 |
2.3 |
GCR400 |
4 |
4-24/32 |
250 |
36.0 |
20 |
2.94 |
PURE-FIT FGR FDA RUBBER HOSE
Pure-Fit® FGR is designed for the demanding conditions of food processing plants. It is flexible and tough. The hose can withstand rough handling and high temperatures in a variety of applications. It will not impart any taste or odor. When flexibility and FDA-approved multi-purpose uses are required, the best food grade rubber hose is Pure-Fit® FGR.
Approvals: FDA – USDA – 3-A
Applications: Bulk foods, Process Transfer, Hot CIP transfer, Load Cells, Washdown Stations.
Temperature Range: -40⁰F to 250⁰F continuous service
Construction: Inner tube: FDA White Nitrile-PVC Blend
Reinforcement: Multiple fabric reinforcement with single stainless steel wire
Cover: White FDA EPDM
Fittings: All stainless steel offerings including: sanitary clamp, bevel and I-Line style, flanges, cam locks, male pipe thread, female JIC swivels.
Hose
|
I.D.(in.) |
O.D.(in.) |
Maximum Working PSI@70°F |
Min. Bend Radius (in.) |
Burst
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HOSFGR-08 |
.500 |
.972 |
400 |
1.5 |
1650 |
HOSFGR-12 |
.750 |
1.268 |
375 |
2.0 |
1500 |
HOSFGR-16 |
1.000 |
1.518 |
350 |
3.0 |
1450 |
HOSFGR-24 |
1.500 |
2.020 |
300 |
4.0 |
1200 |
HOSFGR-32 |
2.000 |
2.520 |
250 |
4.5 |
1050 |
HOSFGR-40 |
2.500 |
3.138 |
150 |
6.0 |
700 |
HOSFGR-48 |
3.000 |
3.650 |
150 |
7.0 |
600 |
HOSFGR-64 |
4.000 |
4.670 |
150 |
10.0 |
600 |
SANIGARD PROTECTOR PSD SUCTION OR DISCHARGE
SaniGard® PSD Suction and discharge hose is designed to be exceptionally flexible. Rated for both full suction and discharge applications, its unique reinforced fabric spiral and wire helix design delivers consistent flexibility.
Approvals: FDA – USDA – 3-A – CFIA
Construction: Inner tube: White Santoprene
Reinforcement: Multiple fabric spirals and monofilament helix
Cover: Red EPDM
Part
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I.D.
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O.D.
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Max.
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Min. Bend
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Vacuum
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Weight
|
Gray Cover |
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PSD050 |
1/2 |
1-1/32 |
150 |
2.0 |
29 |
0.40 |
PSD075 |
3/4 |
1-8/32 |
150 |
3.0 |
29 |
0.56 |
PSD100 |
1 |
1-17/32 |
150 |
4.0 |
29 |
0.65 |
PSD150 |
1-1/2 |
2-5/32 |
150 |
6.0 |
29 |
1.07 |
PSD200* |
2 |
2-21/32 |
150 |
7.0 |
29 |
1.43 |
PSD250 |
2-1/2 |
3-6/32 |
150 |
8.0 |
29 |
2.08 |
PSD300* |
3 |
3-24/32 |
150 |
9.0 |
29 |
2.63 |
PSD400* |
4 |
4-24/32 |
150 |
12.0 |
29 |
3.13 |
PSD600 |
6 |
6-24/32 |
150 |
36.0 |
29 |
5.22 |
White Cover |
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PSD150-W |
1-1/2 |
2-5/32 |
150 |
6.0 |
29 |
1.07 |
PSD200-W |
2 |
2-21/32 |
150 |
7.0 |
29 |
1.53 |
PSD300-W |
3 |
3-24/32 |
150 |
9.0 |
29 |
2.63 |
WT FOOD GRADE PVC MATERIAL HANDLING HOSE
Tigerflex™ WT™ hose has become the industry standard for pneumatic material handling because of the specially engineered See through Phthalate Free compound, innovative design and uncompromising quality control. WT provides the ideal combination of light weight, flexibility and durability.
Food Grade Materials –Hose complies with applicable FDA(03) and 3-A(01) requirements. Hose approved by USDA (11) for use in meat and poultry plants.
Construction: PVC tube with rigid PVC helix.
Service Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) to 150°F +65°C)*
WE FOOD GRADE PVC MATERIAL HANDLING HOSE WITH GROUNDING WIRE
Tigerflex™ WE™ hose features the same Phthalate free construction of WT but adds a Multi-strand wire to help prevent the build-up of static electricity for added safety and to help keep material flowing smoothly. It’s embedded within the rigid helix to prevent contamination of transferred materials.
Food Grade Materials –Hose complies with applicable FDA(03) and 3-A(01) requirements. Hose approved by USDA (11) for use in meat and poultry plants.
Construction: PVC tube with rigid PVC helix with Static Wire
Service Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) to 150°F (+65°C)*
2001 HEAVY DUTY FOOD GRADE POLYURETHANE LINED MATERIAL HANDLING HOSE WITH GROUND WIRE
Extra Thick Abrasion Resistant Polyurethane Liner – Designed for dry applications where severe abrasion is a factor. Provides for longer hose life and lower operating costs versus rubber or PVC hoses.
Food Grade Materials – Phthalate free. Hose cover complies with applicable FDA (04) requirements. Hose is approved by USDA(12) for use in meat and poultry plants.
Grounding Wire – Multi-strand wire helps prevent the build-up of static electricity for added safety and to help keep material flowing smoothly. It’s embedded within the rigid helix to prevent contamination of transferred materials.
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Transparent Construction – “See-the-flow.” Allows for visual confirmation of material flow.
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Convoluted Outer Cover – Provides increased hose flexibility.
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Oil Resistant Polyurethane Liner –Resists most animal and petroleum based oils
Construction: PVC Cover with Polyurethane liner and rigid PVC helix and Grounding Wire
Service Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) to 150°F (+65°C)*
2020 HEAVY DUTY FOOD GRADE POLYURETHANE FABRIC REINFORCED MATERIAL HANDLING HOSE WITH GROUND WIRE
Designed for bulk truck and railcar unloading where severe abrasion is present. The hose liner complies with FDA(04) and USDA(12) requirements. The hose is reinforced with high tensile food grade polyester yarn to handle both suction and higher pressure discharge applications. 2020 remains flexible in sub-zero temperatures. The external PVC helix provides excellent protection.
Construction: Extra Thick double ply polyurethane tube, polyester fabric reinforcement rigid PVC helix and and Grounding Wire
Service Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) to 150°F (+65°C)*
Nominal Specifications | Min. Bending Radius at 68°F (in) | Standard Length (ft) | Weight (lbs/ft) | ||||||||
Series Number |
ID | OD | WORKING PRESSURE (psi) | Vacuum Rating Hg (in) | |||||||
(in) | (mm) | (in) | (mm) | 68°F | 104°F | 68°F | 104°F | ||||
2020-200 | 2 | 50.1 | 2.65 | 67.5 | 75 | 40 | Full | 28 | 9 | 100 | 0.94 |
2020-300 | 3 | 76.2 | 3.75 | 96 | 70 | 35 | Full | 28 | 10 | 100/50/20 | 1.2 |
2020-400 | 4 | 101.6 | 4.84 | 123 | 65 | 30 | Full | 28 | 12 | 100/50/20 | 1.6 |
2020-500 | 5 | 127 | 5.79 | 147 | 45 | 22 | 28 | 25 | 14 | 50/25/20 | 2.45 |
2020-600 | 6 | 152.4 | 6.93 | 176 | 40 | 22 | 28 | 25 | 16 | 50/25/20 | 2.86 |
2020-800 | 8 | 206 | 9.21 | 234 | 30 | 15 | 24 | 20 | 22 | 50/20 | 4.69 |
FT HEAVY DUTY FOOD SUCTION HOSE
FT food grade hose is designed to convey liquids such as potable water, beer, wine and juice. It is used in milk and dairy transfer.
Construction: Transparent PVC tube with smooth Outer Cover. With rigid PVC helix. Phthalate Free.
Service Temperature: -4°F (-20°C) to 150°F (+65°C)*
POLYSPRING STANDARD WALL PVC FOOD & BEVERAGE VACUUM TRANSFER HOSE
Polyspring is a standard duty versatile food and beverage hose. It is rated for 29.9” Hg of vacuum. The hose is manufactured with an electrogalvanized helical wire that can be used for static dissipation. Polywire’s clear PVC compound is certified to the following agency requirements:
3A #20 compliant,
FDA ingredients to CFR title 21, parts 170-199
NSF certified to standard 51 for Food Equipment Material
UL certified for Flame Class HB plastic materials
USDA chemically acceptable for direct meat or poultry food prepared under Federal Inspection
USP meets USP guidelines for Class VI plastics
RoHS compliant to EU directive 2002/95/EC.
POLYWIRE HEAVY WALL PVC FOOD & BEVERAGE VACUUM TRANSFER HOSE
Polywire is a heavy duty versatile food and beverage hose. It is rated for 29.9” Hg of vacuum. The hose is manufactured with an electrogalvanized helical wire that can be used for static dissipation. Polywire’s clear PVC compound is certified to the following agency requirements:
3A #20 compliant,
FDA ingredients to CFR title 21, parts 170-199
NSF certified to standard 51 for Food Equipment Material
UL certified for Flame Class HB plastic materials
USDA chemically acceptable for direct meat or poultry food prepared under Federal Inspection
USP meets USP guidelines for Class VI plastics
RoHS compliant to EU directive 2002/95/EC.