The Hose Mender Saving Connector is a heavy-duty mechanical coupling designed to repair damaged or severed flexible hoses without replacing the entire hose assembly.
Product Dimensions
|
Dimension |
Carbon Steel |
Stainless Steel 316 |
Stainless Steel 304 |
Aluminum |
|
DN15 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN20 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN25 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN32 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN40 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN50 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN63 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN75 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN100 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
DN125 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
- |
|
DN150 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
- |
|
DN200 |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
- |
|
DN250 |
✓ |
- |
- |
- |
|
DN300 |
✓ |
- |
- |
- |
Applications & Compatibility
Agricultural Dewatering & Irrigation
High-volume water discharge and slurry transfer for layflat hoses under operating pressures up to 16 bar.
Mining & Mineral Processing
Splicing point for abrasive tailings, slurries, and chemical media (pH 4–11) in harsh operating conditions.
Municipal Flood & Emergency Diversion
Rapid field-splicing for heavy-duty layflat fire hoses during emergency fluid transfer.
Universal Fitting Integration
Direct interface compatibility with standard Camlock, Bauer, Perrot, Guillemin, and Storz quick-connect networks.
Hose Repair Process & Installation
Square-cut the damaged hose sections at a precise 90-degree angle using a clean hose cutter, then deburr the inner wall.
Measure the hose's inner diameter (ID) with digital calipers to confirm compatibility with the barb dimensions before installation.
Apply a water-based lubricant to the mender shanks, then push the hose fully onto the fitting until it reaches the center shoulder.
Secure the connection with dual-bolt heavy-duty clamps or crimp sleeves, tightening them to the OEM-specified torque to prevent cover cracking or wall deformation.
Conduct a 10-minute hydrostatic pressure test at 1.5 times the working pressure, and record the zero-leakage results before returning the line to service.
Customization & OEM Supply
Tailored barb spacing, wall thickness, shank length, and collar dimensions matching custom hose inner diameters (ID).
2D/3D CAD drawing validation (STEP/IGES) with functional physical samples delivered within 15 days.
Precision investment casting in SS304, SS316, SS316L, brass, and aluminum tailored to specific pressure and temperature ratings.
Electropolishing, chemical passivation, and hard anodizing for high-purity or marine exposure environments.
Quality Control
Raw Material Spectroscopy: 100% Optical Emission Spectrometry (OES) chemical analysis per heat lot, supplied with EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates.
Dimensional Precision Inspection: Silica-sol casting achieving Ra 3.2µm surface finish, with critical tolerances verified by CMM within ±0.01mm.
100% Hydrostatic Proof Testing: Every production batch is pressure-tested at 1.5× rated working pressure (24 bar) before export packaging.
Compliance & Traceability: Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015, REACH, and RoHS standards with laser-etched heat numbers on each fitting.
Commercial Terms
Flexible Order Quantities
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) of 100 pieces for standard inventory; 50 pieces for custom-engineered shanks.
Lead Times
Standard batch orders ship within 25–30 calendar days; 10-day expedited manufacturing available for urgent air freight.
Export Packaging
Individual end-cap protection, heavy-duty double-wall cartons, and ISPM-15 heat-treated fumigated wooden pallets.
Trade & Payment Terms
FOB, CIF, DAP, and DDP supported via T/T, L/C at sight, or open account terms for qualified buyers.
FAQ
Q: How does a buyer initiate an RMA request?
A: Buyers submit a claim form with photos, the batch heat number, and a description of the failure mode to the application engineering team, who confirm receipt and issue an RMA number within 24 hours.
Q: Who determines whether a defect qualifies as verified casting porosity or a machining defect under the 365-day warranty?
A: The preliminary metallurgical lab report verifies the failure by comparing it with the original OES material analysis and CMM inspection records from the same heat lot.
Q: What is the typical response time for a formal price quotation after submitting size, material, and quantity specifications?
A: Formal quotations are issued within 24-48 hours of receiving complete specifications.
Q: Does production lead time differ between stainless steel 316 and aluminum versions for the same DN size?
A: Yes, SS316 typically requires 28-30 days due to longer raw material lead time, while aluminum versions in the same DN size can ship in 18-20 days.
Q: How is compatibility with Camlock, Bauer, Perrot, or Storz quick-connect systems verified?
A: Each fitting undergoes a physical dry-fit test against a reference quick-connect standard sample during final QC, and the matching standard is noted on the packing slip.
