scope:

This INTERIM Standard specifies the requirements for steel wire reinforced synthetic rubber hose and hose assemblies fitted with end fittings used in hydraulic systems operating at temperatures ranging from -40°C to +100°C for types 1, 2, 3 & 5 and

- 4 0 ° C t o 120°C for type 4

It also specifies the type approval conditions for a company applying to be registered as an approved supplier of hoses, end fittings and assemblies to this INTERIM Standard and a company applying to be registered as an approved assemblier of certified hose and fittings.

Where hydraulic hoses of other construction or performance are required then the general provisions of this document shall apply.