What is BS EN 16820 - Bonded elastomeric hoses about ?
BS EN 16820 is an international standard used for rubber and plastics hoses and hose assemblies.
BS EN 16820 specifies the classification, manufacturing and testing of hoses, as well as the materials, requirements and quality surveillance for hose assemblies. These bonded elastomeric hose assemblies are intended to be used with the relevant substances at temperatures in the range from −30 °C to +100 °C, depending on the medium, and at operating pressures from −0,9 bar (vacuum) to 10 bar (see Tables 2 and 3). For hoses with a lining made of PTFE and derivatives, temperatures from −30 °C to +140 °C are permissible.
Note 1: BS EN 16820 applies to type D and type SD hose assemblies with hoses made of elastomers and bonded plastics for the transport of gaseous, vaporous, liquid or powdery substances in the pharmaceutical and the biotechnological industries.
Note 2: Attention is called to the fact that for certain applications the relevant legal regulations such as the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU (PED) need to be complied with.
Who is BS EN 16820 - Bonded elastomeric hoses for ?
BS EN 16820 on Rubber and plastics hoses and hose assemblies is useful for:
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Biotechnological industries
- Chemical industries
- Manufacturers of hoses
- Research centres
Why should you use BS EN 16820 - Bonded elastomeric hoses ?
Bonded hoses are flexible pipes where the steel reinforcement is integrated and bonded to a vulcanized elastomeric material. These bonded elastomeric hoses are useful in transporting liquid and gaseous substances.
BS EN 16820 is useful in classifying the types of hoses according to the operational requirements and manufacturing conditions. The dimensions specified in BS EN 16820 helps you in designing, producing and assembling the bonded elastomeric hoses. Physical and electrical properties are useful in conducting the test methods. These electrical properties help in measuring the electrical resistance between the two hose fittings.
Using BS EN 16820, you can specify the types and properties of hoses that are to be used in testing methods. Applying BS EN 16820 you can manufacture and assemble good quality bonded elastomeric hoses.