HARDWARE
Role of Pneumatic Products in Hardware Distribution
In hardware distribution and repair applications, pneumatic products are mainly used for pneumatic tool air supply, equipment maintenance and replacement, on-site piping, and hose management.
Selection is usually based on on-site usage, air supply distance, and fitting specifications, such as tube outer diameter, fitting type, and thread size.
Different working situations may require different tubing, fittings, and related accessories.
Pneumatic Products and Selection in Hardware Distribution
| Application Scenario | Common Products | Selection Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Pneumatic tool air supply | PU tubing, reinforced PU air hose, cold-resistant PVC air hose, pneumatic couplers | Confirm air supply distance, hose movement requirements, working pressure, and tool-end connection method |
| Maintenance and replacement | One-touch fittings, speed controller fittings, pneumatic couplers, tube cutters | Confirm tube outer diameter, thread size, fitting type, and installation space |
| Hose management and worksite organization | Air hose reels, coiled hoses | Confirm working distance, frequency of use, and hose extension or storage method |
Common Application Scenarios in Hardware Distribution
Pneumatic Tools and On-Site Air Supply
- General tool-end air supply or short-distance piping → Select suitable pneumatic tubing based on the piping layout
- Tool air supply involving higher working pressure, frequent dragging, or heavier site use → Evaluate reinforced PU air hose or cold-resistant PVC air hose based on actual site conditions
- Work areas requiring hose movement, extension, or storage → Use coiled hoses or air hose reels as part of the air supply configuration
Replacement Fittings and Accessories for Maintenance
- Fitting replacement for tubing lines → Confirm tube outer diameter, thread size, fitting type, and installation space
- Equipment requiring cylinder speed adjustment or airflow control → Select speed controller fittings based on piping position and flow control requirements
- On-site quick connection, disconnection, or tube cutting → Use pneumatic couplers and tube cutters as supporting accessories
Hose Management and Worksite Organization
In repair areas, workstations, or pneumatic tool work areas, air supply hoses may affect worksite movement due to working distance, movement frequency, and hose extension or storage method.
Air hose reels or coiled hoses can be selected based on working distance, frequency of use, and hose management method to reduce the impact of loose, dragging, or tangled hoses on worksite movement and operation.
Product Configuration in Hardware Distribution
Pneumatic product configuration in hardware distribution usually requires consideration of tubing, fittings, and on-site hose management.
Air supply, maintenance replacement, and hose organization needs may require different product combinations.
Actual selection should still be confirmed based on product specifications and site conditions.
Polyurethane Tubing Ester
．High flexibility
．Good elasticity
．Smooth surface
．Good oil resistance
・Good abrasion resistance
．Multiple colors for circuit identification
Polyurethane Tubing Ether
．High flexibility
．Good elasticity
．Smooth surface
．Hydrolysis resistant
．Low-temperature flexibility
．Resistance to micro-organisms
．Multiple colors for circuit identification
Anti-Spark Tubing
ㆍDual-layer construction: PU inner tubing combined with an outer flame-retardant layer
・Outer layer material meets UL 94 V-0 flammability requirements and has self-extinguishing characteristics
・Structural design intended for tubing surface protection in environments involving welding sparks, spatter, and similar conditions
・PU tubing maintains the flexibility and dynamic bending stability required for pneumatic routing.
Reinforced Polyurethane Air Hose
ㆍThree-layer polyurethane braided pneumatic hose
ㆍFiber reinforcement layer for higher working-pressure applications
ㆍStable hose shape under pressure variations
ㆍIndustrial compressed-air piping and air-supply applications
Hybrid Air Hose
ㆍThree-layer PVC braided pneumatic hose
ㆍFiber reinforcement layer designed to support pneumatic working-pressure requirements
ㆍStable hose shape under pressure variations with reduced localized deformation
ㆍFormulated for low-temperature use to maintain flexibility in cold environments
ㆍLow memory for applications involving repeated pulling and coiling
Hybrid Air Hose Assembly
ㆍThree-layer PVC braided pneumatic hose with pre-assembled fittings
ㆍFiber reinforcement layer for higher working-pressure applications
ㆍStable hose shape under pressure variations with reduced localized deformation
ㆍFormulated for low-temperature use to maintain flexibility in cold environments
ㆍLow memory for applications involving repeated pulling and coiling
Coiled Polyurethane Air Hose Assembly – Metric
・Spiral-formed polyurethane recoil tubing
・Tubing exhibits recoil characteristics
・For pneumatic line connections requiring extension and retraction in general pneumatic systems
Coiled Polyurethane Air Hose Assembly – Inch
・Spiral-formed polyurethane recoil tubing
・Tubing exhibits recoil characteristics
・For pneumatic line connections requiring extension and retraction in general pneumatic systems