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Nylon Recoil Air Hose

Manufactured from our flexible nylon tube, our nylon recoil air hose is mainly used in conjunction with air-operated hand tools. The great spring form memory allows the coil and hand tool excellent freedom of motion from the immediate working area.

 Nylon Recoil Air Hoses, a type of Nylon Tubing, are commonly used in industrial applications for their distinct features. These include, for instance, their durability, flexibility, and ease of use. These hoses are especially popular for use with Air Tools due to their reliability and performance here.

The Magic of Nylon

Nylon, the first synthetic fibre, was developed in the 1930s and is a thermoplastic, silky material widely used across industries, from clothing to mechanical parts. This adaptability is due to Nylon’s fundamental characteristics, including high strength, elasticity, abrasion resistance, and chemical resistance. 

Most importantly, nylon can be melt-processed into various shapes, making it an ideal material for products such as our nylon recoil air hose, flexible nylon tubing, and nylon tubing.

What is a Recoil Air Hose?

A recoil air hose, or self-storing air hose, is a type of tubing that retracts to its compact form when unused. This auto-retraction is beneficial to you by keeping the hose untangled and easy to store, reducing workplace hazards in the work area. 

This feature, coupled with their lightweight design, provides good access in working areas, making recoil air hoses an ideal choice for space-conscious, portable, or mobile applications, as well as for DIY projects, automotive repairs, and industrial machinery.

Why Nylon for Recoil Air Hose?

Nylon’s inherent properties make it a suitable material for recoil air hoses. These consist of the following, for instance:

Durability

Nylon is known for its strength and resilience, making it resistant to wear and tear and ensuring the hose’s long-lasting longevity even under rough conditions.

Flexibility

Nylon is remarkably flexible, meaning it can be twisted and bent in various directions without breaking. This flexibility is crucial for a recoil air hose, which must regularly expand and retract. The excellent flexibility and coil-shape retention make this lightweight air hose ideal for use with air-operated and pneumatic hand tools. It also provides superior airflow and is suitable for both horizontal and vertical applications. 

Consequently, we can also offer you a range of polyurethane nylon recoil hoses for extra flexibility. Thanks to their exceptional abrasion resistance, these hoses are ideal for use in workshop environments with Air Compressors and air tools.

Lightweight

Nylon hoses are typically lighter than rubber or PVC hoses, making them more portable and easier to handle, especially for industrial users.

Temperature Resistance

Nylon can withstand a wide range of temperatures, making these hoses suitable for a variety of environments.

Chemical Resistance

Nylon is resistant to many chemicals, oils, and solvents, helping ensure hose integrity under various operating conditions.

Features

This type of tubing also has a few other features, such as:

• Springform memory and kink-resistant
• Compliant with REACH, RoHS, and certified to BSI ISO 9001
• Abrasion resistant
• Suitable for high-pressure applications
• Available in various Inside Diameter sizes

Tube Preforming

We also offer pre-forming for our range of tubes in PVC, Nylon, polythene, and polyurethane, suitable for a wide range of applications. As a result, our pre-forming can reduce your costs by eliminating the need for Hose Connectors and Hose Assemblies.

Applications of Nylon Recoil Air Hose

As you can see, Nylon recoil air hoses are highly adaptable and used across various industries for their durability, flexibility, and resistance to abrasion and chemicals. As a result, Nylon recoil air hoses are used in a variety of applications, including:

Pneumatic Tools Operation

Nylon recoil air hoses are widely used in workshops and construction sites to connect pneumatic tools like nail guns, air ratchets, Air Blow Guns, and spray guns to Air Compressors. Their recoil design helps keep the workspace tidy by automatically retracting to avoid tripping hazards, enhancing safety and efficiency.

Automotive Repairs and Maintenance

Mechanics also rely on nylon recoil air hoses for operating air-powered tools during vehicle repairs and maintenance. These hoses, for instance, provide the necessary flexibility and durability to deliver high-pressure compressed air to tight spaces in engines and chassis, supporting tasks such as tyre inflation, engine cleaning, and parts painting.

Manufacturing Lines

In manufacturing environments, nylon recoil air hoses are also used to power air-driven assembly tools, material handling equipment, and automation systems. Their ability, for instance, to withstand repeated flexing and exposure to chemicals makes them ideal for the demanding conditions of production lines.

Dental and Medical Equipment

The healthcare industry also uses nylon recoil air hoses in dental and medical devices for their cleanability and non-toxic properties. They connect air-powered tools, which are then used in procedures, ensuring precision and reliability.

Aerospace and Aviation Maintenance

Technicians use nylon recoil air hoses during aircraft maintenance to power tools and equipment essential for inspection and repair. Their light weight and flexibility are advantageous in the confined spaces of aircraft fuselages.

Painting and Spraying Operations

These hoses are essential for painting and spraying operations, providing a reliable connection between Air Compressors and spray guns. Their recoil feature, for instance, helps maintain a clean, organised workspace by minimising loose hose lengths.

Food and Beverage Production

Due to their chemical resistance and ease of cleaning, nylon recoil air hoses are also suitable for use in food and beverage production facilities, where they may be used for pneumatic material handling and processing equipment.

Laboratories and Clean Rooms

In settings where cleanliness and air purity are crucial, such as laboratories and clean rooms, nylon recoil air hoses are used to connect equipment requiring compressed air – thanks to their resistance to contamination and ease of sanitisation.

Agricultural Equipment

Farmers also use nylon recoil air hoses with pneumatic tools for equipment maintenance and repair. This is in part due to durability and resistance to environmental factors, which makes them suitable for the harsh conditions found in agriculture.

Recreational Facilities and Pools

For maintenance and cleaning operations in recreational facilities, including pools and spas, nylon recoil air hoses connect air-powered tools and cleaning devices. Their flexibility and moisture resistance, for instance, ensure the tubing’s longevity and reliability in these environments.

Pneumatic Tools

The hoses supply compressed air to pneumatic tools in manufacturing, construction, and automotive repair industries.

Robotics and Automation

The lightness and flexibility of nylon recoil hoses also make them ideal for robotic applications, where weight and freedom of movement really are key.

Medical Devices

Specific medical devices use nylon recoil air hoses because of their flexibility, durability, and chemical resistance.

DIY Projects

The ease of use and storage make these hoses a favourite among DIY enthusiasts for airbrushing, inflating tyres, or using air-powered tools. Our recoil-type air hose offers you excellent performance for home projects. For instance, a minimum quantity of 30 metres is required.

Wide Range of Sizes

Our nylon recoil hose comes in a wide range of sizes, including various Inside Diameter options. For instance, the standard nylon recoil hose is black, with other colours available upon request. We also offer Imperial Flexible Nylon Tubing for specialised applications.

Endings

We supply all standard recoil hoses with plain ends or include 1/4 BSP swivel taper male brass end fittings and spring guards. Steel Fittings are also available upon request.

Air Tools

We have specifically designed our nylon recoil hose for use with Air Tools, Air Blow Guns, and other air-powered equipment, including drills, sanders, and sprayers. These hoses are compatible with a variety of Air Tool Accessories and Power Tools. 

Each of these applications leverages the unique properties of nylon recoil air hoses, demonstrating their versatility and value across a broad range of industries and uses.

Technical Information

ID = Inside Diameter OD = Outer Diameter 

The Working Pressures of our hose are determined by calculating the short-term burst pressure at 20°C and applying a 4:1 safety factor. Consequently, these hoses are suitable for high-pressure applications, providing reliability for various industrial tasks. The maximum recommended continuous operating temperature is 70°C, with occasional, limited periods up to 120°C. 

Any temperature above 20°C will affect the quoted short-term burst pressure. The minimum operating temperature is -40°C.

Our Nylon Recoil Air Hoses Overall

Overall, our Nylon recoil air hoses offer an optimal balance of functionality and practicality. This is due to their unique blend of durability, flexibility, and lightweight construction, which has paved the way for their widespread application across industries. 

For more information or expert advice on our Nylon Recoil Air Hoses and related products, please contact our Customer Service team. We also offer free, standard, and next-day delivery options to ensure you receive your tools & accessories when you need them.