Turbocharger Hose Production Systems
Colmec designs and builds fully integrated systems for the production of turbocharger hoses used in the automotive industry. These systems are engineered to ensure high performance, durability, and compliance with stringent automotive standards.
Applications of Turbocharger Hoses
- Designed to convey high-pressure air during both:
- Suction phase
- Compression phase of the turbocharging process
- Built to withstand exposure to:
- Hydrocarbons
- Oil particles commonly found in cooled compressed air
- Suitable for high-temperature and chemically aggressive environments within engine compartments
Material Composition & Internal Protection
- Inner Surface Protection:
- Coated with a thin layer (tenths of a millimeter) of:
- Fluoridated rubber (FKM)
- Or fluoridated silicone (e.g., FVMQ)
- Enhances chemical resistance, heat resistance, and longevity
- Coated with a thin layer (tenths of a millimeter) of:
- Co-extrusion Techniques:
- Combines fluoridated rubber + silicone, or
- Fluoridated silicone + silicone
- Allows for precise material layering and strong inter-material bonding
- Reinforcement & Final Coating:
- Textile reinforcement made of aramid fiber (e.g., Kevlar) for:
- High tensile strength
- Pressure resistance
- Thermal stability
- Finished with an external silicone coating for:
- Protection from environmental exposure
- Improved flexibility and surface durability
- Textile reinforcement made of aramid fiber (e.g., Kevlar) for:
System Specifications
- Extrusion and Knitting Speed:
- Up to 20 meters per minute
- Supports high-efficiency production rates
- Pipe Inner Diameter (ID):
- Up to 150 mm
- Accommodates a wide range of automotive and industrial applications
- Inline Knitted Reinforcement:
- Ensures continuous integration of the textile structure during hose manufacturing
- Enhances mechanical strength and burst resistance
- Maintains hose flexibility while improving pressure containment
