Hoses, Fittings and Accessories

Blast Hose:

Blast Hose is designed to transfer an air and abrasive mixture from the abrasive metering valve to the blast nozzle. It is made with a liner for abrasion resistance, fabric reinforcement for structural integrity and a protective cover. The cover of the blast hoses is made of a durable material that resists tearing, puncturing and aging from exposure to the sun.

Note: When choosing blast hose, remember these tips:
  • Blast Hose should be sized 3-4 times the nozzle size (i.e. ¼” nozzle should use a minimum of 3/4” I.D. Blast hose)
  • When using a whip section (10 or 12.5’ section), size the whip SUPA hose so the I.D. is the same as the I.D. on the regular blast hose (i.e. 1-1/4” I.D. Supa hose should be used with a 1-1/4” I.D. x 2-5/32” O.D. Blast Hose)
  • Blast Hose Safety cables should be used between all hose connections (i.e. pot to hose connection, hose to hose connection)
  • Blast hose ends should be cut square (use a hose cutter, available to purchase)
  • Couplings should be securely fitted on blast hose and sized properly to fit the blast hose.

4 Types of Abrasive hoses are available:

  • 4-Ply Blast Hose is used in industrial settings (Blast rooms, shipyards and railyards) where external scuffing and occasional light vehicle traffic is expected. Has an inner tube wall of ¼” thick SBR rubber treated with static-dissipating compound. (Black, Black/yellow or Black/green)
  • 2-Ply Blast Hose is more flexible than 4-ply hose but more durable than the SUPA or super-flex hose. Inner tube is 5/16” Thick SBR rubber with a static-dissipating compound. (Green in color)
  • SUPA Blast hose is the most flexible and lightweight of the blast hoses. It has a slightly thinner outer casing than the 4-ply and 2-ply hoses and is made from SBR rubber. Primarily used to add a “whip” section to your blast hose allowing the operator to hold a lightweight hose at the end while maintaining a thick hose most of the distance to convey the material. Available in ¾” I.D., 1” I.D. and 1-1/4” I.D. sizes to be used as a whip with the same I.D. sized 4-ply or 2-ply blast hose.
  • Extreme-Duty or Survivor® Blast hose is a 4-ply blast hose with a 5/16” thick liner and treated with a compound to increase the service life up to 150% over the standard blast hose. It is the longest lasting blast hose on the market for use in the most extreme conditions.

Suction Blast Hose Sizes:

  • ½” I.D. x 7/8” O.D. for Clemco/Zero Blast Cabinets (sold in 10’ increments, 25’, 50’ or 100’ sections)
  • 5/8” I.D. for Empire and Trinco Blast Cabinets (sold in 10’ increments, 25’, 50’ or 100’ sections)

Pressure Blast Hose Sizes:

  • ½” I.D. x 1-1/16” O.D. (2-ply, sold in 10’ increments, 25’, 50’ or 100’ sections)
  • ½” I.D. x 1-3/16” O.D. (2 or 4-ply, sold in 10’ increments, 16’, 25’or 50’ sections)
  • ½” I.D. x 1-3/8” O.D. (blue in color, sold per foot, non-returnable once cut)
  • ¾” I.D. x 1-1/2” O.D. (2 or 4-ply, sold in 10’ increments, 25’or 50’ sections)
  • 1” I.D. x 1-7/8” O.D. (4-ply, 25’or 50’ sections)
  • 1-1/4” I.D. x 2-5/32” O.D. (4-ply, 50’ sections)
  • 1-1/2” I.D. x 2-3/8” O.D. (4-ply, 50’ sections)
  • 2” I.D. x 2-7/8” O.D. (4-ply, 50’ sections)

SUPA Pressure Blast Hose Sizes:

  • ¾” I.D. x 1-5/16” O.D. (per foot, 25’ or 50’ sections)
  • 1” I.D. x 1-1/2” O.D. (25’ or 50’ sections)
  • 1-1/4” I.D. x 1-7/8” O.D. (25’ or 50’ sections)

Twinline Control Hoses:

Metal Finishing maintains a stock of twinline control hoses for most manufactures of blast equipment. The proper hose twinline should be used with each type of equipment and substitute hose should not be used for safety reasons (1/4” welding line, etc.). The proper fittings should be used also with each type of system. Twinline is available in 5’, 16’ 25’, 50, 55’ or 110’ premade sections. Bulk twinline and fittings are also available.

  • Twinline with 3/16” Flared Fittings for Bleeder Type Systems
  • Twinline with ¼” and 1/8” fittings for Non-Bleed Type Systems

Dust & Conveying Hoses:

Our company is able to provide replacement light, medium or heavy duty dust, Conveying or Vacuum hose for your equipment.

Dust Hose, Light Duty

  • 2-1/2” I.D. Flex (5’ premade sections for Trinco BP Dust Collectors)
  • 3” I.D. Flex (12.5’ or 25’ sections only)
  • 4” I.D. Flex (12.5’ or 25’ sections only)
  • 5” I.D. Flex (12.5’ or 25’ sections only)
  • 6” I.D. Flex (12.5’ or 25’ sections only)
  • 7” I.D. Flex (25’ or 50’ sections only)
  • 8” I.D. Flex (25’ or 50’ sections only)
  • 10” I.D. Flex (25’ sections only)
  • Medium Duty Conveying Hose

    • 4” I.D. (10’ increments)
    • 5” I.D. (10’ increments)
    • 6” I.D. (10’ increments)

    Heavy Duty Conveying Hose

    • 2” I.D. (10’ increments)
    • 3” I.D. (10’ increments)
    • 4” I.D. (10’ increments)
    • 5” I.D. (10’ increments)
    • 6” I.D. (10’ increments)
    • 8” I.D. (20’ or 50’ sections only)

    Vacuum Hose

    • 2”x25’ section, 2”x50’ section, 2”x100’ section
    • Vacu-Blast 2-1/2”x20’ section Vacuum Hose
    • 3”x25’ section, 3’x50’ section, 3”x60’ section or 3”x100’ section

    Air Supply Hoses:

    Our company is able to supply Air Supply hoses in standard or custom lengths. Air hose is available bulk or coupled with fittings.

    • ¼”, 3/8” ½”, ¾”, 1”, 1-1/4”and 1-1/2” I.D., 200 psi Air Hose
    • 2” and 3” I.D., 400 psi Air Hose
    • ¼”, 3/8” or ½” I.D., 300 psi Insta-Grip Air Hose
    • 3/16” I.D. Twinline Control Hose
    • 3/16” I.D. Black or Green Airline Control Hose

    Couplings & Fittings:

    The proper hose fittings should be used given the type of hose in use and should be checked daily for wear and replaced as necessary. Gaskets in couplings should be replaced often and hoses should be installed tightly on or in their respective fitting to prevent premature failure of the hose, nozzle or coupling.

    Are fitting over and twisted onto the blast hose by the hose Outside Diameter (O.D.). They are available in number of materials including Aluminum, Nylon, Brass and Iron/Steel and usually have corresponding references based on size. Couplings are available in standard port or full-port opening sizes for production blasting. (Note: Full port couplings will not couple to standard port couplings). Coupling have gaskets and twist lock to other couplings to form a tight seal.

    • Q-050 - 1-1/16” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • Q-05 - 1-3/16” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • Q-1 - 1-1/2” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • Q-2 - 1-7/8” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • Q-3 - 2-5/32” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • Q-4 - 2-3/8” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • Q-6 - 2-7/8” O.D. Blast Hoses (Full Port Only)

    Sandblast Threaded Quick Couplings or Tank Couplings:

    Have a NPT or NPS Thread which allow the coupling to be installed on the pipe thread of the blast pot. Aluminum, Nylon, Brass or Iron/Steel they couple to all blast quick couplings. Full or Standard port couplings also available.

    • CFA-1/2 – ½” Thd (Std Port)
    • CFA-3/4 – ¾” Thd (Std Port)
    • SB-1 or – 1-1/4” Thd (Std Port)
    • SB-2 or 3X – 1-1/2” Thd (Std or Full Port)
    • CFA-3 or 4X– 2” Thd (Std Port or Full Port)

    Sandblast Nozzle Holders:

    Sandblast nozzle holders are designed to hold the nozzle securely on the end of the blast hose. Available in Aluminum, Nylon or Brass materials, they come in ¾”, 1-1/4” or 50MM (2” UNC) Threads to match the nozzle. Quick Coupling Nozzle Holders also available in 1-1/4” NPS or 50MM (2” UNC) Threads.

    Note: Nozzle material should not be the same type as the jacket of the nozzle in order to prevent seizing in the holder!

    • HE/NH-050 - 1-1/16” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • HE/NH-05 - 1-3/16” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • HE/NH/MHE-1 - 1-1/2” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • HE/NH/MHE-2 - 1-7/8” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • HE/NH/MHE-3 - 2-5/32” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • HE/NH/MHE-4 - 2-3/8” O.D. Blast Hoses
    • SB-1S -1-1/4” THD Nozzles Quick Coupling
    • SBM -50MM (2 UNC) Thd Nozzles Quick Coupling
    • SBF -Flanged Nozzles Quick Coupling

    Air Hose Couplings:

    Made from Iron/Steel

    • 2-Lug or 4-Lug couplings 3/8” – 2” NPT in Male, Female or Hose End Types
    • Ground Joint Couplings for large air hose and heavy-duty applications
    • Air Pusher Line Swivel Fittings & Clamps, ¾”, 1” 1-1/4” or 1-1/2” NPT
    • Hose Barb Fittings (Hex or nipples), ½” – 1-1/2” NPT/Hose

    Accessories:

    • Air Coupling Gaskets (2-lug or 4-lug)
    • Blast Hose Gaskets (Standard or Full Port)
    • Nozzle Washers
    • Safety Clips for Couplings
    • Blast Hose Safety Cables (1/2” – 4” Hose Sizes available)
    • Conveying Hose Spiral Clamps
    • Worm Gear Clamps
    • Full-Port Brass Ball Valves (1/4 – 4” NPT)
    • Union End Brass Ball Valve (1-1/4” NPT)
    • Swing and Ball Check Valves (1/2” – 4”)
    • Gate Valves (1/4” – 4”)
    • Sanitary Clamp Fittings
    • Blast Hose Cutter
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