Difference between revisions of "Pipes & Hoses"
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|PVC Clear vinyl tubing | |PVC - Clear vinyl tubing | ||
|[[https://www.lowes.com/pd/Alpine-Corporation-1-2-in-I-D-x-3-4-in-Wall-PVC-Clear-Tubing-x-100-ft-Coil/1003256902 Lowes]] | |[[https://www.lowes.com/pd/Alpine-Corporation-1-2-in-I-D-x-3-4-in-Wall-PVC-Clear-Tubing-x-100-ft-Coil/1003256902 Lowes]] | ||
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|Reinforced PVC - Reinforced braided vinyl tubing | |||
|[[https://www.lowes.com/pd/EASTMAN-1-4-in-Inner-Diameter-x-20-ft-Reinforced-PVC-Braided-Vinyl-Tubing/1000365039 Lowes]] | |||
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Revision as of 15:37, 6 June 2021
ID vs OD
Inside Diameter
Common ID sizes in the US are 1/4" 3/8" 1/2" 3/4"
Inside diameter is very important for barbed connectors
Outside Diameter
Common OD sizes in the US are stuff stuff and more stuff
Wall Thickness
Wall thickness is why you will see multiple options for a certain type of hose. Hose with a thicker wall will be stiffer, have a greater bend radius, be less vulnerable to kinking, and support higher pressure.
Material
Flexibility
Hose Matrix
| ID | OD | Max PSI | Max Temp | Material | Link to Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2" | 5/8" | 150 | 140F | PVC - Reinforced braided vinyl tubing | [Lowes] |
| 1/2" | 5/8" | 45 | 175F | PVC - Clear vinyl tubing | [Lowes] |
| 1/2" | 3/4" | PVC - Clear vinyl tubing | [Lowes] | ||
| 1/4" | 1/2" | 250 | 125F | Reinforced PVC - Reinforced braided vinyl tubing | [Lowes] |