Is the MPX 20 rubber hose safe for transferring water-based epoxy and polyurethane paints, and what chemicals should be avoided?

Yes . the MPX 20 rubber hose is generally safe for transferring water-based epoxy and water-based polyurethane paints. Itâs described as universal, strong, and highly flexible, with an EPDM inner layer compatible with water-based dispersive coatings. The hose is antistatic and rated for typical working pressures and temperatures that suit many paint-transfer applications. Chemicals and materials to avoid with MPX 20 rubber hose: - Oils and fuels (petroleum products) - Aromatic hydrocarbons (e.g., toluene, xylene) - Gasoline - Chloroprene-based solvents - Cellulose paints and other solventborne cellulose systems - Any products containing aromatic solvents or strong hydrocarbon solvents If you plan to use aggressive chemicals, concentrated solvents, or nonâwaterborne formulations, contact Tubes International for specific chemical compatibility guidance or select a hose explicitly rated for those media.

Can the MPX 20 rubber hose be used with solvents, oils, or fuels, and what temperature limits apply?

The MPX 20 rubber hose is suitable for air, water and light chemicals and can be used with dispersive waterâbased epoxy and polyurethane paints. It is NOT suitable for oils, fuels, aromatic hydrocarbons, cellulose paints, chloroprene or any media containing aromatic solvents (e.g., toluene, xylene) or gasoline. For specialist chemical use, contact Tubes International. Temperature range: -40Â°C to +100Â°C in normal operation, with short-term tolerance up to +120Â°C.

Can the MPX 20 rubber hose be used for chemical applications and when should I contact Tubes International?

The MPX 20 rubber hose is suitable for air, water and light chemical useâspecifically dispersive waterâbased epoxy and polyurethane paints. It is not suitable for oils, fuels, aromatic hydrocarbons, cellulose paints, chloroprene, or media containing aromatic solvents such as toluene, xylene, or gasoline. Although the hose has antistatic inner and outer layers (R < 10^9 Î©/m) and good ozone, aging and weather resistance, any chemical application beyond the light waterâbased products listed should be treated with caution. For all chemical media not explicitly approved above, for concentrated or aggressive chemicals, or when compatibility, safety or regulatory compliance is critical, contact Tubes International before use. Also contact Tubes International if the application involves elevated temperatures near the upper limit (temporary +120Â°C), pressures near the 20 bar working pressure, or prolonged exposure conditions that could affect lifetime.

MPX 20 rubber hose

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Additional information

Material	EPDM – ethylene-propylene-diene rubber
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	100
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-40
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	50
Reinforcement	textile braid

Universal, strong, and highly flexible rubber suction hose, designed for air, water, and light chemicals. It can be used for dispersive water-based epoxy and polyurethane paints. Not suitable for oils, fuels, aromatic hydrocarbons, cellulose paints, chloroprene, and others containing aromatic solvents (e.g., toluene, xylene) or gasoline. For chemical applications, we recommend contacting Tubes International. Inner and outer layers are antistatic (R<10⁹ Ω/m), outer layer resistant to ozone, aging, and weather conditions. Inner layer: black EPDM rubber. Reinforcement: textile braid. Outer layer: black EPDM rubber. Working pressure: 20 bar. Operating temperature: from -40°C to +100°C (temporarily +120°C).

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
SP-MPX20-06	MPX hose 20 bar 6x13 mm	6	20	In stock	Enquiry
SP-MPX20-08	MPX hose 20 bar 8x15 mm	8	20	In stock	Enquiry
SP-MPX20-10	MPX hose 20 bar 10x17 mm	10	20	In stock	Enquiry
SP-MPX20-13	MPX hose 20 bar 13x21 mm	12	20	In stock	Enquiry
SP-MPX20-16	MPX hose 20 bar 16x24 mm	16	20	In stock	Enquiry
SP-MPX20-19	MPX hose 20 bar 19x28 mm	20	20	In stock	Enquiry
SP-MPX20-25	MPX hose 20 bar 25x35 mm	25	20	In stock	Enquiry
SP-MPX20-32	MPX hose 20 bar 32x44 mm	32	20	In stock	Enquiry
SP-MPX20-38	MPX hose 20 bar 38x50 mm	38	20	In stock	Enquiry

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Universal, strong, and highly flexible rubber suction hose, designed for air, water, and light chemicals. It can be used for dispersive water-based epoxy and polyurethane paints. Not suitable for oils, fuels, aromatic hydrocarbons, cellulose paints, chloroprene, and others containing aromatic solvents (e.g., toluene, xylene) or gasoline. For chemical applications, we recommend contacting Tubes International. Inner and outer layers are antistatic (R<10⁹ Ω/m), outer layer resistant to ozone, aging, and weather conditions. Inner layer: black EPDM rubber. Reinforcement: textile braid. Outer layer: black EPDM rubber. Working pressure: 20 bar. Operating temperature: from -40°C to +100°C (temporarily +120°C).

Additional information

Material	EPDM – ethylene-propylene-diene rubber
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	100
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-40
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	50
Reinforcement	textile braid