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TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose

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Application: Suitable for use and recommended for flowback water transfer, mining dewatering, long-distance fresh water transfer.
Inner tube and cover: Smooth TPE-P cover and tube.
Reinforcement: Circular woven polyester jacket
Operating Temperature Range: From -60° F to 176° F (-50° C to 80° C)
Standard Color: Blue, black, other colors available per request
Standard Length: 300ft/91.5m, 330ft/100m, 660ft/200m; other lengths available per request;
Couplings: Storz couplings, Camlocks etc.
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TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose Introduction

The TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose is a high-performance, flattenable coiled flexible hose made of thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer (TPU) material, designed for heavy-duty fluid transport in harsh environments. The hose features a solid TPU structure, with both the inner tube and outer sheath made of abrasion-resistant and weather-resistant TPU material. The reinforcing layer uses high-strength circular braided polyester or polyamide fibers, forming an integral structure where the inner and outer TPU materials permeate and are compatible through the braided layers, achieving a strong bond between the layers without any adhesives. This manufacturing process, with its braided sheath, allows the hose to be completely flattened and folded in a depressurized state for easy coiling, storage, and rapid deployment, while maintaining its round shape under pressure for uninterrupted transport. The hose operates in a temperature range of -50°C to +80°C, exhibiting excellent low-temperature resistance and maintaining flexibility even in frigid environments. With its superior abrasion resistance, corrosion resistance, and lightweight characteristics, TPE-P flat flexible hoses have become an ideal choice for oilfield fracturing, mining transportation, agricultural irrigation, and emergency drainage.

Application of TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose

TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose, with its superior abrasion resistance, lightweight flexibility, and wide temperature range adaptability, is widely used in various heavy-duty fluid transportation scenarios. Specific applications include:

  • Oil and Gas Field Fracturing Operations: Suitable for backflow transportation, fracturing fluid transfer, and oilfield wastewater pumping during shale oil and gas drilling fracturing processes. The hose's high pressure resistance and abrasion resistance can withstand the high-speed erosion of sand-containing fracturing fluids.

  • Mining and Industrial Transportation: Used for mine drainage, tailings slurry transportation, industrial wastewater transfer, and pipeline bypass operations. Its acid and alkali corrosion resistance ensures long-term stability in harsh chemical environments.

  • Agriculture and Irrigation Systems: Suitable for water supply lines of self-propelled sprinkler irrigation systems, liquid manure suction and discharge operations, farmland irrigation, and landscaping water delivery. The lightweight design facilitates frequent field movement and seasonal deployment.

  • Environmental Protection and Wastewater Treatment: Used for sludge removal in sewage treatment plants, industrial wastewater transfer, and fluid transport in environmental remediation projects. Its chemical corrosion resistance ensures long-term reliability.

Advantages of TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose

The TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose offers significant advantages in materials science and structural design, providing users with a longer service life and lower operating costs:

  • Superior Abrasion Resistance: TPU material possesses excellent abrasion resistance, reaching 3-5 times that of ordinary rubber hoses, making it particularly suitable for conveying media containing solid particles.

  • Lightweight and Easy to Handle: Compared to traditional rubber hoses, TPU material has a lower density, significantly reducing hose weight and facilitating manual handling, coiling, and rapid installation, reducing labor intensity.

  • Flattenable and foldable design: The hose can be completely flattened when unpressurized, resulting in a small coiled volume for easy transportation and storage; single hoses can reach up to 400 meters in length, reducing the number of on-site joints and improving laying efficiency.

  • Excellent chemical corrosion resistance: The TPU material exhibits good resistance to acids, alkalis, salts, oils, and various chemicals, making it suitable for conveying various industrial wastewater and chemical media.

  • UV resistance and aging resistance: The formula includes UV stabilizers, allowing for long-term exposure to outdoor sunlight without performance degradation; the theoretical service life is 30-50 years.

  • Smooth inner wall and low resistance: The smooth and flat inner wall results in low fluid friction resistance, high conveying efficiency, and the ability to achieve longer conveying distances or larger flow rates at the same power.

  • High tensile strength: The circular braided polyester reinforcement layer gives the hose excellent axial tensile strength, allowing it to withstand greater tension during traction or suspended laying, preventing tensile deformation.

  • Anti-kink and bending resistance: The hose has excellent flexibility and resilience, with a small bending radius. It is not easy to kink or flatten when laid in complex terrain, ensuring smooth delivery.

Detailed Product Specifications:

ID

Wall Thickness

Weight

Working Pressure

Bursting Pressure

Inch

mm

Inch

mm

lbs/ft

kg/m

PSI/bar

PSI/bar

2”

52+1.5

0.10”

2.4

0.35

0.52

300PSI/21bar

900PSI/63bar

3”

77+2.0

0.10”

2.5

0.61

0.90

250PSI/17bar

750PSI/51bar

4”

104+2.0

0.13”

3.0

0.89

1.33

250PSI/17bar

750PSI/51bar

6”

155+2.5

0.15”

3.8

1.60

2.38

200PSI/14bar

600PSI/42bar

8”

204+3.0

0.17”

4.3

2.17

3.23

200PSI/14bar

600PSI/42bar

Advantages of TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose:

  • Lightweight and Durable TPE Construction: The inner liner is made from a smooth, high-grade Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE), ensuring efficient water flow with minimal friction loss. Reinforced with a high-strength polyester spiral weave, the hose provides excellent resistance to pressure, kinking, and abrasion while being significantly lighter than traditional rubber hoses.

  • Designed for High-Flow Water Transfer and Storage Efficiency: This hose is specifically engineered for rapid deployment and efficient water transfer in applications requiring large diameters and long lengths. It is suitable for conveying water and non-aggressive liquids, and its unique layflat design allows for compact, space-saving storage and easy transport when not in use.

  • High Pressure and Abrasion Resistant Performance: The hose is designed to withstand significant working pressures for its weight class, maintaining its circular shape under load for optimal flow. Its robust spiral reinforcement ensures dimensional stability and resistance to crushing, while the tough TPE cover provides superior protection against abrasion, punctures, and environmental wear.

  • Suitable for Demanding Outdoor and Mobile Applications: Built for challenging field conditions, the hose performs reliably in continuous outdoor use. It is highly resistant to UV radiation, ozone, and many chemicals, maintaining flexibility and durability across a wide temperature range. Its lightweight nature and ease of handling make it ideal for large-scale, mobile operations requiring frequent setup and retrieval.

FAQ 

Q1: What media can this TPE-P Layflat Flexible Hose handle?

This hose is designed for the efficient transfer of water, as well as other non-aggressive and non-flammable liquids such as mild fertilizers and diluted chemicals, making it ideal for agricultural, industrial, and construction applications.

Q2: What is the working temperature range of the hose?

The hose operates effectively within a temperature range of approximately -50°C  to +80°C , making it suitable for use in most common environmental and working conditions.

Q3: Can this hose be used for both suction and discharge applications?

This hose is primarily designed and optimized for pressurized discharge applications. Its construction provides excellent flow characteristics under pressure, but it is not recommended for sustained suction or high-vacuum service.

Q4: What are the available sizes and pressure ratings?

The hose is available in a wide range of inner diameters, typically from 1 inch (25 mm) to 12 inches (300 mm) or larger. Working pressure ratings vary by diameter, with common ratings ranging from 4 to 10 bar. Custom specifications for size and pressure are available.

Q5: Can the hose be supplied with different end fittings?

Yes, the hose can be supplied with plain, beveled ends or fitted with a variety of quick-connect couplings, camlock fittings, threaded adapters, or flanges to suit specific system requirements.

Q6: What standards or specifications does this hose meet?

This hose is engineered to meet rigorous performance specifications for layflat hoses. While it may not carry a specific national standard like GOST, its design and manufacturing follow industry benchmarks for pressure, abrasion resistance, and material durability.

Q7: What is the standard hose length?

Standard hose lengths are typically 25 meters, 50 meters, or 100 meters due to its layflat and lightweight nature, which allows for long, continuous runs. Custom lengths can be produced to order.

Q8: Is this hose suitable for outdoor use?

Yes, the hose is highly suitable for outdoor use. Its TPE-P material and outer cover are specifically formulated to offer excellent resistance to UV radiation, ozone, weathering, and abrasion, ensuring a long service life in sun-exposed conditions.

Q9: Can this hose be used with standard pumping equipment?

Yes, this hose is commonly and effectively used with a wide range of pumping equipment, including centrifugal irrigation pumps, transfer pumps, and diesel pumps, for high-flow water discharge and transfer operations.

Q10: What type of reinforcement is used in this hose?

The hose is reinforced with a high-strength, spirally woven polyester (P) yarn. This reinforcement is integrally bonded within the TPE wall, providing the necessary burst strength and pressure resistance while allowing the hose to lie completely flat when empty for easy storage and transport.

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