Swagelok® Vacuum-Insulated Metal Hose (FV Series)
FV series vacuum-insulated metal hose provides excellent insulation against extreme media temperatures.
Request More InformationFV series vacuum-insulated hose provides two levels of insulating performance in a compact package, with the vacuum layer providing excellent insulation to extreme media temperatures. Additionally, the manufacturing process does not require a vacuum port, eliminating the primary source of vacuum degradation. Other features and benefits available with this new product launch include:
- Vacuum-only insulation can be augmented with multi-layer insulation to address radiant heat transfer
- Fully annealed condition eases hose routing through form-fit-and-stay capability
- 316L stainless steel wetted surfaces are suitable for liquids and gaseous media
- Wetted braze material meets AMS 4777 (nickel alloy)
- Colored polyolefin sleeves allow for color-coding process lines
Specifications
| Materials | Core: convoluted 316L SS Reinforcement: 304L SS braid End connections: 316 SS |
| Nominal Hose Sizes | 1/2 through 1 in. |
| Working Pressures | Vacuum to 600 psig (41 bar) |
| Temperature Range | –425 to 1000°F (–253 to 537°C) |
| End Connections | annealed tube stub ends |
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