Silflex flame retardant hose has been specifically designed for the demanding requirements of mass transit applications. Generally it is used in applications that require the material to be flame-retardant and give off low smoke & low toxic fumes. This compound has been tested against BS6853 & AFNOR NFF 16-101. It is classified as category II AGAINST BS 6853 & AS F1,IO against NFF16-101.
Construction
Plies of flame retardant silicone, reinforced with polyester fabric. The number of plies will vary depending on the working pressure, bore size, and required wall thickness. A galvanised spring steel wire helix may also be added for high or low pressure applications, or where extra flexibility is required.
Design Parameters
Plies of flame retardant silicone, reinforced with polyester fabric. The number of plies will vary depending on the working pressure, bore size, and required wall thickness. A galvanised spring steel wire helix may also be added for high or low pressure applications, or where extra flexibility is required.
Production Volumes
As a result of our unique manufacturing process we are extremely flexible with production volumes. Silflex has a very diverse range of customers and we understand that each requires an individual silicone hose solution. Many specialist customers require low run and prototype orders however others need high volume mass produced parts. We are a self contained unit capable of offering what other companies cannot, a personally tailored service designed to meet our customers needs.
BSI Approved
Silflex is a BSI approved company and holds the ISO 9001:2015 certificate of quality assurance. Silflex is proud to manufacture products that are made to meet or exceed SAE J20 International Automotive Standards.
Engineering Options
Wire Reinforcement
A wire helix between the plies helps to prevent collapse in negative pressure conditions.
Anti Abrasion Sleeves
Anti Abrasion Sleeves to protect against localised abrasion.
Part Marking
Part marking with Silflex or customer logos and part numbers assists with product identification and traceability.
Location Marking
Marks can be added to the hose to specify where components are to be placed such as clips helping speed up installation.