NL5180 & NL5181 are both hardwall, clear braided polyurethane lined food grade hoses designed for the pneumatic transfer of powder, pellets, granular materials, or various other food processing applications such as flour, rice, grains, etc. Their smooth bore prevents materials from building up and its external, hardened PVC helix reduces drag friction and provides easy handling & maneuvering. They have a clear wall which permits visibility of materials being conveyed. These hoses are manufactured with FDA compliant compounds and meets USDA Sanitary Standards. NL5180 incorporates a static wire which must be physically grounded properly for applications where the movement of materials creates a static build-up. This hose is also available in "straight" lengths from the factory (rather than rolled) for easier placement in tank truck trays or where no curvatures are desired when hose is not in use. NL5181 is a generic unbranded product that offers a lower price point alternative to higher end, proven brand name products and is designed to compete with lower cost alternatives being introduced to the market.

Construction: Tube: Smooth, clear Polyurethane liner. Cover: Corrugated PVC. Reinforcement: Rigid, blue PVC helix and embedded textile braid with a copper static wire for grounding. (Note: NL5180 has left-hand / counterclockwise helix and NL5181 has a right-hand / counterclockwise helix).

Typical Fittings: Stainless Sanitary Inserts (Tri-Clamp, Acme, etc), White Poly or Stainless Camlocks (exchange food grade gasket). Crimp sleeves, bolt clamps, punch clamps. NL5180 uses N676 LH spiral clamps and NL5181 uses N675 RH spiral clamps.

Temperature Range: -40°C (-40°F) to +60°C (140°F)

Warning: Food Grade Hose - KEEP CLEAN. Ground Wire to Coupling

Cut Method: Sawzall or Hacksaw & Side Snips for Wire-Wear Safety Gloves