scope:

This European Standard specifies requirements for two types of wire braid reinforced compact hoses and hose assemblies of nominal bore from 6 to 25.

They are suitable for use with:

- hydraulic fluids in accordance with IS0 6743-4 with the exception of HFD R, HFD S and HFD T at temperatures ranging from -40 ^OC + 70 ^OC;

- water at temperatures ranging from O ^OC to +70 ^OC.

The Standard does not include requirements for end fittings. It is limited to the performance of hoses and hose assemblies.

NOTE 1: The hoses are not suitable for use with castor oil based nor ester based fluids.

NOTE 2: Hoses and hose assemblies should not be operated outside the limits of this standard.

NOTE 3: Requirements for hydraulic hoses for underground mining are standardised in separate standards.