scope:

NEN-EN 854 specifies requirements for three types of textile reinforced rubber hoses and hose assemblies of nominal bore from 5 to 100. The types are defined in Clause 3. They are suitable for use with: - hydraulic fluids in accordance with ISO 6743-4 with the exception of HRD R, HFD S and HFD at temperatures ranging from -40 °C to 100 °C; - water-based fluids at temperatures ranging from -40 °C to +70 °C; - water at temperature ranging from 0 °C to +70 °C. The European Standard does not include requirements for end fittings. It is limited to the performance of hoses and hose assemblies.