Fuel & Oil Resistant Hose

Silflex has two build options available for silicone hoses that are likely to either come into contact with oil or diesel and hoses needed for the constant transportation of more aggressive fuels.

Silflex has two build options available for silicone hoses that are likely to either come into contact with oil or diesel and hoses needed for the constant transportation of more aggressive fuels. FKM/Viton Profuel is a fluoroelastomer lined silicone hose designed for the latter and is perfect for use with petrol, bio-fuels and the more aggressive bio-diesels. Standard fluorosilicone lined hoses work with diesel fuel and oil mist applications, both provide a barrier to stop the silicone degrading and are a cost effective alternative to complete Fluorosilicone and Fluorocarbon hoses. Please contact us with any queries due to the safety implications involved with transporting flammable liquids.

Engineering Options

Wire Reinforcement

A wire helix between the plies helps to prevent collapse in negative pressure conditions.

Part Marking

Part marking with Silflex or customer logos and part numbers assists with product identification and traceability.

Anti Abrasion Sleeves

Anti Abrasion Sleeves to protect against localised abrasion.

Location Marking

Marks can be added to the hose to specify where components are to be placed such as clips helping speed up installation.

Inserts & Connectors

Hoses can be supplied with custom inserts and automotive hose connectors.

Silflex FKM/Viton Profuel

Silflex FKM/Viton Profuel lined hose is a specially developed FKM fluoroelastomer lined silicone hose for use where greater fuel/oil resistance is required than can be achieved with conventional fluorosilicone. One of the principal driving forces behind the development of the fluoroelastomer was improved fuel resistance compared to any of the previously available elastomers, and it is still the best conventional elastomeric material available for fuel applications.

The high fluorine content elastomer used in the FKM/Viton Profuel material is recommended as having the best resistance to automotive grade fuels, of any of the fluoroelastomers, together with good compression set for excellent sealing characteristics, a critical feature in fuel hose applications to minimise evaporation losses at joints. This plus its excellent high temperature resistance, means that in conjunction with silicones excellent high temperature properties the FKM/Viton Profuel hose is ideal for high temperature under bonnet applications.

The FKM/Viton Profuel lining has very low permeability and is inherently self extinguishing in the case of fire.

Flurosilicone Lined

Generally used in applications where the medium flowing through the hose is likely to degrade the standard silicone. Designed to work with less aggressive fuels such as oil and diesel, the fluorosilicone lined hose is perfect for protecting the otherwise permeable silicone from oil/diesel. This comes in the form of a lining of Black Fluorosilicone, covered with Plies of silicone, reinforced with a choice of reinforcing fabric dependant on the working pressure and temperature.

Product Life

The grade of fluoroelastomer used for the FKM/Viton Profuel liner was chosen based on its having very low permeation figures of critical significance in prolonging the life of the FKM/Viton Profuel product. However only the special green liner of a FKM/Viton Profuel product hose is fuel/oil resistant and consequently the hose in not suitable for use in applications where the hose will be immersed in fuel.

In some applications a further Fluorosilicone liner is added to the outside of the hose. A blended Fluorosilicone is also available for applications such as filler hoses, oil/air mist intercooler hoses etc.

Production Volumes

Thanks to our fully in-house manufacturing capability, Silflex offers exceptional flexibility in production volumes. We support a diverse customer base with requirements ranging from rapid-turnaround prototypes and low-volume specialist builds to high-volume, repeat production for major OEM programmes. Our end-to-end, self-contained operation allows us to deliver what many suppliers can’t – a responsive, tailored service that adapts to each customer’s exact specifications. Whether the need is bespoke or large-scale, Silflex ensures every silicone hose solution is engineered and manufactured with precision, quality, and speed.

Our advanced in-house manufacturing methods enable the creation of fully custom silicone hose designs, including complex one-piece assemblies that minimise joint failure and leak risk, and improve overall flow performance. Our engineering team can integrate inserts, branches, and specialist features directly into the hose structure, ensuring a precise, durable solution tailored to each application.

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