Can Delivery hose for saturated steam STEAM STARÂ® 18 BAR be safely drained after use to prevent condensate buildup and extend hose life?

Yes . the Delivery hose for saturated steam STEAM STARÂ® 18 BAR can and should be safely drained after use. Emptying the hose removes condensate that would otherwise collect inside, reducing corrosion risk to the steel braid, preventing thermal damage and stress from trapped hot water, and extending the hoseâs service life. Use proper steam-rated screw-on fittings matched to the hose diameter and wall thickness, allow the hose to cool before handling, and follow safe depressurization procedures. Ensure drainage routes are directed to a safe condensate recovery or disposal point and avoid kinking while draining. Regular draining after each use, together with proper storage and inspection, will maximize longevity of the black EPDM inner layer, double steel braid reinforcement, and red micro-perforated EPDM outer layer.

How should Delivery hose for saturated steam STEAM STARÂ® 18 BAR be connected using steam-specific screw-on fittings?

Use steam-specific screw-on fittings exactly matched to the hose diameter and wall thickness. Attach fittings designed for high-temperature saturated steam to the inner EPDM layer and secure them to the double steel braid reinforcement per the fitting manufacturerâs instructions (proper insertion depth, clamps or crimping as required). Ensure all sealing surfaces and threads are compatible with steam service and rated for 18 bar and up to +230Â°C intermittently. After each use, drain the Delivery hose for saturated steam STEAM STARÂ® 18 BAR to remove condensate and prevent internal corrosion or damage. Regularly inspect fittings, braids and seals for wear and replace if compromised.

Is Delivery hose for saturated steam STEAM STARÂ® 18 BAR compatible with other steam hose fittings and standards?

Delivery hose for saturated steam STEAM STARÂ® 18 BAR is designed for use with special screw-on fittings intended specifically for steam. These fittings must be precisely matched to the hose diameter and wall thickness to ensure safe, pressure-tight connections at high temperature. Therefore, compatibility with other steam hose fittings and standards depends on whether those fittings conform to the same dimensional and pressure/temperature specifications as STEAM STARÂ® 18 BAR and are rated for saturated steam service up to its working pressure (18 bar) and temperature range (-40Â°C to +210Â°C, temporarily to +230Â°C). Do not use generic or nonâsteam fittings; use only fittings explicitly specified for steam and matched to the hose size. Also follow recommended practices (e.g., emptying condensate after use) to preserve hose life and maintain safe connections.

Delivery hose for saturated steam STEAM STAR® 18 BAR

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Additional information

Material	EPDM – ethylene-propylene-diene rubber
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	210
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-40
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	60
Reinforcement	2 steel braids

Strong and very flexible and elastic pressure hose reinforced with two steel braids intended for conveying saturated steam at higher pressure. The inner layer is resistant to high-temperature steam. The outer layer is resistant to high temperature and weather conditions. For steam, use special screw-on fittings designed for steam – precisely matched to the diameter and thickness of the hose. To extend the lifespan, the hose should be emptied of steam after use to avoid the accumulation of condensate. Inner layer: black EPDM rubber. Reinforcement: double steel braid. Outer layer: red micro-perforated EPDM rubber. Working pressure: 18 bar. Operating temperature: from -40°C to +210°C (temporarily up to +230°C).

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
SO-STEAMSTAR18-10	STEAMSTAR/18 hose 3/8" (10x19.5 mm)	10	18	In stock	Enquiry
SO-STEAMSTAR18-13	STEAMSTAR/18 hose 1/2" (12.5x23 mm)	12	18	In stock	Enquiry
SO-STEAMSTAR18-19	STEAMSTAR/18 hose 3/4" (19x30 mm)	20	18	In stock	Enquiry
SO-STEAMSTAR18-25	STEAMSTAR/18 hose 1" (25.4x36.8 mm)	25	18	In stock	Enquiry
SO-STEAMSTAR18-32	STEAMSTAR/18 hose 1.1/4" (31.5x43.5 mm)	32	18	In stock	Enquiry
SO-STEAMSTAR18-38	STEAMSTAR hose/18 1.1/2" (38x49.5 mm)	38	18	In stock	Enquiry
SO-STEAMSTAR18-51	STEAMSTAR/18 hose 2" (51x64 mm)	50	18	In stock	Enquiry
SO-STEAMSTAR18-63	STEAMSTAR/18 hose 2.1/2" (63x83 mm)	65	18	In stock	Enquiry
SO-STEAMSTAR18-76	STEAMSTAR/18 hose 3" (76x98 mm)	75	18	In stock	Enquiry

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Strong and very flexible and elastic pressure hose reinforced with two steel braids intended for conveying saturated steam at higher pressure. The inner layer is resistant to high-temperature steam. The outer layer is resistant to high temperature and weather conditions. For steam, use special screw-on fittings designed for steam – precisely matched to the diameter and thickness of the hose. To extend the lifespan, the hose should be emptied of steam after use to avoid the accumulation of condensate. Inner layer: black EPDM rubber. Reinforcement: double steel braid. Outer layer: red micro-perforated EPDM rubber. Working pressure: 18 bar. Operating temperature: from -40°C to +210°C (temporarily up to +230°C).

Additional information

Material	EPDM – ethylene-propylene-diene rubber
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	210
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-40
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	60
Reinforcement	2 steel braids