Compressed Air Hose
June 4, 2008
Parker, the global leader in motion and control technologies, announces the release of its new Compressed Air Hose (CAH) designed and specially-formulated to withstand the demanding requirements of air compressors.“Every part of the new CAH line is specially designed – from the inner tube of Nitrile synthetic rubber, to the wire and fiber reinforcement and the outer fiber braid cover,” points out Greg Reardon, business development manager of Parker’s Hose Products Division. “The result is a compressed air hose with superior fluid compatibility for all air compressor applications.” The new CAH line is compatible with all Parker 26 Series Parkrimp fittings. Available in sizes from –4 (3/16-in.) to –40 (2 3/8-in.) CAH works equally well with the following fluids and temperatures in pressures up to 500 psi:• Petroleum base hydraulic fluids, lubricating oils, and antifreeze solutions –10°F to 235°F.• Polyol ester fluids up to 175°F.• Water, water/oil emulsion and water glycol fluids up to 185°F.• Air up to 158°F.