Is the EN 854 2TE S textile braided hydraulic hose suitable for air applications above 17 bar, and is micro-perforation required?

Yes. The EN 854 2TE S textile braided hydraulic hose is suitable for air applications above 17 bar, but micro-perforation is required. Note the hoseâs general-purpose design, working pressure range (40â80 bar depending on diameter), and the specific temperature limit for air (+70Â°C). Micro-perforation ensures safe venting of any permeated air and prevents internal blistering or delamination when the hose is used with compressed air above 17 bar.

Can EN 854 2TE S textile braided hydraulic hose be used with water at temperatures up to +70Â°C without degradation?

Yes. EN 854 2TE S textile braided hydraulic hose can be used with water at temperatures up to +70Â°C without degradation. The hoseâs specified operating temperature range is â40Â°C to +100Â°C, and the product notes explicitly state that for water and air the maximum operating temperature is +70Â°C, so using it with water at or below +70Â°C is within its rated limits. Ensure working pressure limits (40â80 bar depending on diameter) and any application-specific requirements are met.

Can EN 854 2TE S textile braided hydraulic hose handle continuous use at -40Â°C without loss of flexibility?

Yes. EN 854 2TE S textile braided hydraulic hose is specified with an operating temperature range from â40 Â°C to +100 Â°C, so it is designed to operate continuously at â40 Â°C. Because its inner and outer layers are oilâresistant synthetic rubber and reinforcement is a textile braid, the hose maintains high flexibility and light weight across the stated range. However, note two practical points: (1) the declared lower limit (â40 Â°C) is the standard operating temperature. performance at that temperature assumes correct material formulation and manufacture, so verify manufacturer data sheets and batch certificates for the specific hose you buy; (2) at very low temperatures rubber compounds can become somewhat stiffer over time or with exposure to specific fluids, so for critical applications consider manufacturer confirmation, lowâtemperature flexibility tests, or preconditioning if necessary.

EN 854 2TE S textile braided hydraulic hose

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Additional information

Material	synthetic rubber
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	100
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-40

General-purpose hydraulic hose. Used for installations at lower pressures. Characterized by high flexibility and light weight. Standards: EN 854 2TE. Inner layer: black, oil-resistant synthetic rubber. Reinforcement: single textile braid. Outer layer: black, oil-resistant synthetic rubber. Working pressure: from 40 bar to 80 bar (depending on hose diameter). Operating temperature: from -40°C to +100°C. For water and air, maximum operating temperature +70°C. For air above 17 bar, micro-perforation is required.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	Nominal inner diameter	Working pressure [bar]
HW-2TE-05S	Hydraulic hose EN 854 2TE 3/16"	5	80
HW-2TE-06S	Hydraulic hose EN 854 2TE 1/4"	6	75
HW-2TE-08S	Hydraulic hose EN 854 2TE 5/16"	8	68
HW-2TE-10S	Hydraulic hose EN 854 2TE 3/8"	10	63
HW-2TE-13S	Hydraulic hose EN 854 2TE 1/2"	12	58
HW-2TE-16S	Hydraulic hose EN 854 2TE 5/8"	16	50
HW-2TE-19S	Hydraulic hose EN 854 2TE 3/4"	20	45
HW-2TE-25S	Hydraulic hose EN 854 2TE 1"	25	40

General-purpose hydraulic hose. Used for installations at lower pressures. Characterized by high flexibility and light weight. Standards: EN 854 2TE. Inner layer: black, oil-resistant synthetic rubber. Reinforcement: single textile braid. Outer layer: black, oil-resistant synthetic rubber. Working pressure: from 40 bar to 80 bar (depending on hose diameter). Operating temperature: from -40°C to +100°C. For water and air, maximum operating temperature +70°C. For air above 17 bar, micro-perforation is required.