Radiator Hose Lines – High-Performance Coolant Transport Solutions
Colmec’s Radiator Hose Extrusion Lines are engineered for the continuous production of high-quality, preformed hoses used in cooling systems. These hoses are ideal for managing coolant flow in internal combustion engines, hybrid systems, and various industrial cooling applications.
Production & Process Overview
- Continuous Extrusion Process:
- Enables seamless production of radiator hoses before shaping and vulcanization
- Ensures uniform hose geometry and consistent wall thickness
- Suitable for mass production with minimal downtime
- Preforming Capabilities:
- Tubes are extruded in preformed shapes, allowing:
- Easy installation in tight engine compartments
- Reduced need for additional fittings or connectors
- Enhanced system efficiency and reliability
- Tubes are extruded in preformed shapes, allowing:
- Vulcanization Process:
- Performed after extrusion and shaping
- Enhances rubber elasticity, temperature resistance, and durability
- High-Quality Surface Finish:
- Both inner and outer surfaces of the hose exhibit:
- Smooth texture
- Regular appearance
- Uniform thickness for improved flow and pressure integrity
- Both inner and outer surfaces of the hose exhibit:
Technical Specifications
- Extrusion & Knitting Speeds:
- Up to 20 meters per minute
- Supports efficient high-volume production
- Internal Diameter:
- Capable of producing hoses with an ID up to 120 mm
- Accommodates a wide range of vehicle classes and engine types
- Inline Knitted Reinforcement:
- Integrated during extrusion for:
- Improved burst strength
- Dimensional stability
- Resistance to pressure pulsations and vibrations
- Typically made of polyester or aramid fibers for thermal and mechanical endurance
- Integrated during extrusion for:
Material Characteristics (Typical)
- Inner and outer layers made of:
- EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) rubber for:
- High heat resistance (up to 150°C or more)
- Resistance to antifreeze, coolant, and ozone exposure
- EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) rubber for:
- Reinforced with textile mesh or spiral wrap
- Custom formulations available for:
- High-performance engines
- Hybrid/electric vehicle systems
- Extended durability cycles
Key Application Areas
- Automotive & Transportation:
- Engine radiator and heater hoses for:
- Passenger vehicles
- Commercial trucks and buses
- EV and hybrid cooling systems
- Engine radiator and heater hoses for:
- Industrial Products:
- Engine and equipment cooling hoses for:
- Generators
- Agricultural and construction machinery
- Power units and stationary engines
- Engine and equipment cooling hoses for:
- Aerospace:
- Cooling lines for:
- Aircraft hydraulic systems
- Avionics thermal management
- Engine compartment cooling applications.
- Cooling lines for:
