Air Compressor Hose

High Pressure Hoses

High pressure hoses exist for many different applications, so it is very important that you do research to figure out the different applications, and to make certain that you buy the one that you need for your application.  A high pressure hose can be used for a variety of different applications, rather it be stand-alone uses or as a part of a much larger piece of equipment.

Regardless, high pressure hoses are usually always made from material that is much sturdier than the material that is used for normal hoses.  This material and construction is what allows them to withstand significantly greater pressures. 

One common use for a high pressure hose is the pressure washer.  The hoses for these devices are designed to shoot large quantities of water through a nozzle at very high speeds.  This allows these devices to clean surfaces and remove debris that wouldn’t necessarily be possible with a normal hose.  Most of the high pressure hoses created for power washers are smaller in size.  The cheaper variety are often hard rubber, while the more expensive ones are of a better material.

Another popular use for high pressure hoses is for hydraulic uses.  Hydraulics are used for many more things than the average individual realizes.  Not only are hydraulics an integral part of tractors and heavy equipment, they also exist on every modern day vehicle.  Did you know that your power steering uses hydraulics? 

Another very common use for a high pressure hose is to move compressed air.  High pressure air hoses are found at every mechanic’s shop, and in many home garages.  These hoses are designed to be resilient in a harsh environment, where they may be run over, or get unpleasant petrol like substances spilled on them (oil, gasoline, etc).

When selecting a high pressure hose, makes sure that you take careful consideration of the pressure rating of the hose.  These hoses have a tendency to expand significantly when matter passes through them.  With extreme pressures the hoses will even become taut, making it impossible for you to bend the hose. 

If you select a hose that doesn’t have a high enough pressure rating, you’re putting yourself at significant risk.  When high pressure hoses fail, it can often be catastrophic.  Imagine a hose that’s less than 1000 psi of pressure.  Where is all that pressure going to go if there’s a failure in the hose?  Generally speaking the hose will often just begin flailing about uncontrollably, using its pressurized contents as a propellant. 

If you happen to have a hot liquid in your high pressure hose when it fails, this could scold anyone standing nearby.  Being covered in extremely hot liquid isn’t a pleasant experience.  So, regardless of what you’re doing, whenever you’re handling a high pressure hose, make sure to wear the proper protective gear.  This will include safety goggles, gloves, helmets, and maybe even through in a few protective layers of clothing depending on what you’re doing.