1 Scope
This European Standard specifies requirements for two types of wire braid reinforced compact hoses and hose assemblies of nominal bore from 6 to 25, types 1SC and 2SC.
They are suitable for use with:
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— hydraulic fluids in accordance with ISO 6743‑4 with the exception of HFD R, HFD S and HFD T at temperatures ranging from -40 °C to +100 °C;
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— water based fluids at temperatures ranging from -40 °C to +70 °C;
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— water at temperatures ranging from 0 °C to +70 °C.
This European Standard does not include requirements for end fittings. It is limited to the performance of hoses and hose assemblies.
NOTE 1 The hoses are not suitable for use with castor oil based nor ester based fluids.
NOTE 2 Hoses and hose assemblies are not be operated outside the limits of this standard.
NOTE 3 Requirements for hydraulic hoses for underground mining are standardised in separate standards.