Is the DIN 73378 polyamide pneumatic hose, PA12 E suitable for oil and fuel applications at temperatures up to +80Â°C?

Yes. The DIN 73378 polyamide pneumatic hose, PA12 E Format is specified for oil and fuel applications and its rated operating temperature range is -10Â°C to +80Â°C, so it is suitable for use at temperatures up to +80Â°C. Ensure that the specific working pressure for your hose diameter and wall thickness (11â40 bar) is compatible with your system and verify chemical compatibility of the particular oil or fuel with PA12 for long-term use.

Can the DIN 73378 polyamide pneumatic hose, PA12 E be used with harsh chemicals and solvents within its -10Â°C to +80Â°C temperature range?

The DIN 73378 polyamide pneumatic hose, PA12 E Format is designed for pneumatic, hydraulic, oil, fuel, lubrication, and chemical installations and has an operating range of -10Â°C to +80Â°C. However, PA12 (nylon) has only moderate chemical resistance: it tolerates many oils, fuels and some solvents but can be attacked or swollen by strong acids, strong bases, ketones (e.g., acetone), chlorinated hydrocarbons, and certain aggressive organic solvents. Compatibility also depends on chemical concentration, temperature and exposure time. Therefore you should not assume universal resistance - verify the specific chemical(s) and service conditions against PA12 compatibility charts or consult the manufacturer. For prolonged or critical exposure to harsh chemicals/solvents consider hoses with proven resistance (e.g., PTFE-lined or specialized elastomers).

Does the DIN 73378 polyamide pneumatic hose, PA12 E resist UV and sunlight exposure during outdoor use?

DIN 73378 polyamide pneumatic hose, PA12 E Format: Polyamide PA12 (nylon) offers good mechanical properties, chemical resistance and a wide temperature range, but standard PA12 is not inherently UV-stabilized. From the provided description (lightweight, flexible hoseâ¦ material: polyamide PA 12; operating temperature -10Â°C to +80Â°C) there is no explicit mention of UV or sunlight resistance or presence of UV stabilizers or protective outer coating. Conclusion: You should assume the DIN 73378 polyamide pneumatic hose, PA12 E Format is not specifically rated for prolonged direct sunlight or harsh UV exposure. Short-term or occasional outdoor use is likely acceptable, but long-term exposure to sunlight will accelerate surface degradation (discoloration, embrittlement, reduced flexibility and mechanical life) unless the hose is specified by the manufacturer as UV-stabilized or fitted with a UV-protective cover. For confirmed outdoor/UV performance, request manufacturer documentation or a UV-stabilized variant.

DIN 73378 polyamide pneumatic hose, PA12 E

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Additional information

Material	PA – polyamide
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	80
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-10
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	100, 50

Lightweight, flexible hose with calibrated outer diameter, intended for pneumatic, hydraulic, oil, fuel, lubrication, and chemical installations. Compliant with DIN 73378 standard. Available in colors: natural, blue. Hose material: polyamide PA 12 (nylon). Working pressure: from 11 bar to 40 bar, depending on the diameter and wall thickness of the hose. Operating temperature: from -10°C to +80°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
SH-PA12-04X02	PA12 nylon hose 4x2 mm	2	40	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-04X03	Nylon hose PA12 4x3 mm	3	18	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-05X03	Nylon hose PA12 5x3 mm	3	30	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-06X04	PA12 nylon hose 6x4 mm	4	25	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-06X04BL	Nylon hose PA12 6x4 mm, blue	4	25	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-08X05	Nylon hose PA12 8x5 mm	5	26	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-08X06	PA12 nylon hose 8x6 mm	6	18	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-08X06BL	Nylon hose PA12 8x6 mm, blue	6	18	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-08X5,5	Nylon hose PA12 8x5.5 mm	6	24	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-10X06	Nylon hose PA12 10x6 mm	6	28	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-10X07	PA12 nylon hose 10x7 mm	6	24	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-10X08	PA12 nylon hose 10x8 mm	8	14	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-10X08BL	Nylon hose PA12 10x8 mm, blue	8	14	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-10X7,5	Nylon hose PA12 10x7.5 mm	8	18	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-12X08	Nylon hose PA12 12x8 mm	8	27	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-12X09	Nylon hose PA12 12x9 mm	8	18	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-12X10	Nylon hose PA12 12x10 mm	10	11	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-12X10BL	Nylon hose PA12 12x10 mm, blue	10	11	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-14X10	Nylon hose PA12 14x10 mm	10	22	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-14X11	Nylon hose PA12 14x11 mm	10	14	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-15X12	PA12 nylon hose 15x12 mm	12	15	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-16X13	Nylon hose PA12 16x13 mm	12	14	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-18X14	Nylon hose PA12 18x14 mm	14	17	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-20X16	Nylon hose PA12 20x16 mm	16	15	In stock	Enquiry
SH-PA12-22X18	Nylon hose PA12 22x18 mm	18	13	In stock	Enquiry

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Lightweight, flexible hose with calibrated outer diameter, intended for pneumatic, hydraulic, oil, fuel, lubrication, and chemical installations. Compliant with DIN 73378 standard. Available in colors: natural, blue. Hose material: polyamide PA 12 (nylon). Working pressure: from 11 bar to 40 bar, depending on the diameter and wall thickness of the hose. Operating temperature: from -10°C to +80°C.