Is the ESSENÂ® cooling water hose safe for short-term contact with molten metal splashes near foundry furnaces?

Yes. The ESSENÂ® cooling water hose is explicitly designed for use near high-temperature sources such as foundry and metallurgical furnaces and is stated to be resistant to short-term exposure to splashes of molten hot metal. Key features that support its suitability: - Glass fiber outer covering: resistant to thermal radiation up to +530Â°C, providing a protective barrier against brief high-temperature events. - Construction: EPDM inner and outer layers with synthetic cord reinforcement offer good thermal and mechanical resilience for cooling applications. - Intended use: marketed specifically for foundries, casting plants and water installations near furnaces, and for cooling systems. - Operating parameters: working pressure 10 bar; continuous operating temperature range â40Â°C to +120Â°C, with external resistance to thermal radiation up to +530Â°C. - Availability: roll lengths 60 m or 120 m for installation flexibility. Important caveat: âresistant to short-term exposureâ means the hose can withstand occasional splashes of molten metal briefly, but it is not intended for sustained direct contact with molten metal or prolonged exposure at those temperatures. For safety, assess splash frequency, proximity to the heat source, and local standards; consider additional shielding or protective measures where repeated or heavy exposure is expected.

Can ESSENÂ® cooling water hose be used in closed-loop water systems for continuous cooling near metallurgical furnaces?

Yes. ESSENÂ® cooling water hose is suitable for closed-loop continuous cooling near metallurgical furnaces. Its construction (EPDM inner layer, synthetic cord reinforcement, EPDM outer layer with glass-fiber covering) and working pressure of 10 bar support continuous water circulation. The glass-fiber outer cover provides resistance to thermal radiation up to +530Â°C, and the hose is designed for use close to heat sources and in foundry cooling systems; it tolerates short-term splashes of molten metal. Operating temperature range for the hose fluid loop is â40Â°C to +120Â°C (external exposure up to +530Â°C). Ensure system pressure and fluid temperature remain within these limits and inspect periodically for wear.

Can ESSENÂ® cooling water hose withstand long-term UV exposure when used outdoors near foundries?

ESSENÂ® cooling water hose is engineered for demanding foundry environments, with an outer EPDM rubber layer covered by glass fiber that resists thermal radiation up to +530Â°C and short-term splashes of molten metal. For long-term outdoor UV exposure, consider: - EPDM rubber has good inherent UV and ozone resistance compared with many other elastomers, so the EPDM inner and outer layers will perform well under sunlight. - The glass fiber outer covering primarily provides thermal protection, not UV shielding. Because the glass fiber overlays the EPDM, it reduces direct UV impact on the rubber, but any exposed EPDM areas (cut ends, fittings, abrasion points) remain subject to UV degradation over very long periods. - Recommended operating external temperature is up to +530Â°C (thermal radiation) and continuous ambient range â40Â°C to +120Â°C; these ratings speak to heat tolerance rather than guaranteed multi-year UV resistance outdoors. Conclusion: ESSENÂ® cooling water hose exhibits good resistance to outdoor UV thanks to its EPDM construction and protecting glass-fiber cover, so it is suitable for outdoor use near foundries. For maximum long-term UV durability, protect hose ends and fittings, minimize prolonged direct sunlight where practical, and perform periodic inspections for surface weathering.

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Additional information

Material	EPDM – ethylene-propylene-diene rubber
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	120
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-40
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	50, 60/ 120
Reinforcement	synthetic braid

Hose designed for cooling water in foundries, casting plants, and all applications where rubber hoses operate close to a heat source. Glass fiber covering resistant to temperatures up to +530°C caused by thermal radiation. Used in cooling systems. Particularly recommended for water installations near metallurgical furnaces. Resistant to short-term exposure to splashes of molten hot metal. Roll length: 60 m or 120 m. Inner layer: black EPDM rubber. Reinforcement: synthetic cord. Outer layer: EPDM rubber covered with glass fiber. Working pressure: 10 bar. Operating temperature: from -40°C to +120°C, external up to +530°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
IV-ESSEN-013	ESSEN hose 13x22 mm	12	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-019	ESSEN hose 19x30.5 mm	20	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-025	ESSEN hose 25x36 mm	25	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-032	ESSEN hose 32x43 mm	32	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-038	Hose ESSEN 38x52.5 mm	38	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-045	Hose ESSEN 45x61.5 mm	45	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-051	ESSEN hose 51x67 mm	50	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-063	ESSEN hose 63.5x79 mm	65	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-065	Hose ESSEN 65x86.5 mm	65	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-076	Hose ESSEN 76x95.5 mm	75	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-080	Hose ESSEN 80x99.5 mm	80	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-085	Hose ESSEN 85x109.5 mm	90	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-090	Hose ESSEN 90x109.5 mm	90	10	In stock	Enquiry
IV-ESSEN-102	Hose ESSEN 102x123.5 mm	100	10	In stock	Enquiry

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Hose designed for cooling water in foundries, casting plants, and all applications where rubber hoses operate close to a heat source. Glass fiber covering resistant to temperatures up to +530°C caused by thermal radiation. Used in cooling systems. Particularly recommended for water installations near metallurgical furnaces. Resistant to short-term exposure to splashes of molten hot metal. Roll length: 60 m or 120 m. Inner layer: black EPDM rubber. Reinforcement: synthetic cord. Outer layer: EPDM rubber covered with glass fiber. Working pressure: 10 bar. Operating temperature: from -40°C to +120°C, external up to +530°C.

Additional information

Material	EPDM – ethylene-propylene-diene rubber
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	120
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-40
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	50, 60/ 120
Reinforcement	synthetic braid