Infinity Flexible Hose Connected

Infinity Flexible Hose Connection (Expansion Loop)

The Critical Link for Vibration Isolation and System Safety

Protect your piping investment with the Infinity Flexible Hose Connection. Also known as a “whip hose” or “expansion loop,” this heavy-duty flexible connector is an essential component for any professionally installed Infinity Aluminum Piping System. Its primary role is to isolate your rigid piping network from the intense vibrations of your air compressor, preventing stress cracks and leaks at the most critical connection point.

Beyond the compressor room, these hoses are vital for long pipe runs. They act as expansion joints, absorbing the thermal expansion and contraction of aluminum caused by temperature changes, ensuring your system remains straight and stress-free year-round.

Key Features & Benefits

• Vibration Absorption: Rigidly connecting a vibrating compressor directly to aluminum pipe can fatigue the fittings and cause failure. This flexible hose dampens the vibration, stopping it before it reaches your pipe network.
• Thermal Expansion Compensation: Aluminum expands and contracts with temperature shifts. Placing a flexible hose at specific intervals in long straight runs absorbs this movement, preventing the pipe from “snaking” or bowing.
• Integrated Safety Tether: Safety is paramount. Each hose comes standard with a heavy-duty steel safety cable (whiplash restraint). In the unlikely event of a hose failure or disconnect, the cable prevents the hose from flailing, protecting personnel and equipment from injury.
• Corrects Misalignment: Perfectly aligning heavy pipe with a fixed compressor port is difficult. The flexibility of this hose creates a forgiving bridge, making installation faster and reducing stress on threaded ports.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Engineered for industrial environments, featuring robust reinforcement to withstand high pressure and continuous pulsation.

Technical Specifications

• Tube Material: Synthetic Rubber (Oil and Heat Resistant)
• Reinforcement: High-tensile steel wire or textile braid (depending on size)
• Cover: Abrasion, ozone, and weather-resistant synthetic rubber
• Connections:
  • Small Bore: Male Threaded Ends (NPT)
  • Large Bore: Flanged Ends (ANSI/DIN)
• Pressure Rating: Matches or exceeds the Infinity system rating (Up to 232 PSI)
• Temperature Range: -4°F to +248°F (-20°C to +120°C) – Handles higher heat near compressor discharge.

Ideal Applications

• Compressor Discharge: The primary link between the air compressor outlet and the main header.
• Building Joints: Bridging the gap between two separate buildings or structural expansion joints where movement occurs.
• Bypass Loops: Connecting dryers or filters where rigid piping would be too difficult to route.

Safeguard your system against vibration and heat stress. Install an Infinity Flexible Hose Connection at every major equipment output.