scope:

This specification covers smooth-bore hose and hose assemblies for suction and discharge service in the transfer of fuels, such as Navy special fuel oil, diesel fuel, oil, jet fuel (JP-5 or JP-8), motor gasoline, and aviation gasoline. The hose is intended to handle petroleum products having an aromatic content no greater than 30 percent. The maximum working pressure of this hose is 150 pound-force per square inch (psi) (1 034 kilopascal (kPa)).

Hose covered by this specification shall be of one type, having a 4-, 6-, 8-, or 12-inch (102, 152, 203, or 305 millimetre (mm)) inside diameter (id), as specified (see 6.2).

intended Use: