ARES Swivel Joint / Rotary joint Available in sizes 3/4″ through 3 ” up to 15,000 PSI non-stock cold working pressure, TOP Swivel Joints offer the following features.
- Minimum flow restriction
- Heavy duty hex head style ball loading plug
- Grease retainer ring (ensures clean ball race)
- Standard packing units (operating temperature to 225 °F)
- Superior hardened ball races ensure uniform surface hardness and depth for longer life under severe thrust and radial loading
- Standard Swivel Joints are provided with API line pipe threads other end connections are available on request
- Available for standard and sour service
- All sizes are available in 8 styles, for 360 rotations in 1, 2 or 3 planes
Steel Hose Assembly: Strength, Flexibility, and Reliability in Demanding Applications
A steel hose assembly is a flexible, high-strength conduit used for transporting fluids or gases under pressure or extreme temperatures. Built with a corrugated stainless steel hose and often reinforced with a braided layer, steel hose assemblies offer excellent durability, flexibility, and corrosion resistance—making them essential in industries like petrochemical, power generation, refineries, hydraulics, and industrial manufacturing.
What Is a Steel Hose Assembly?
A steel hose assembly typically includes the following components:
- Corrugated stainless steel hose: Provides flexibility while handling pressure and vibration.
- Outer braid (optional): Made of stainless steel wire, this layer reinforces pressure capacity and prevents elongation.
- End fittings: Can be flanged, threaded, camlock, or welded depending on system requirements.
The hose is usually made from 304 or 316 stainless steel, ensuring resistance to corrosion, high pressure, and thermal cycling.
Types of Steel Hose Assemblies
- Annular Corrugated Hoses
Designed for general-purpose applications involving vibration absorption and misalignment. - Helically Corrugated Hoses
Ideal for dynamic or continuous movement where additional flexibility is needed. - Single-Braided Hoses
Used for medium-pressure applications where reinforcement is necessary. - Double-Braided Hoses
Offers enhanced pressure capability and protection in more aggressive environments.
Common Applications
- Steam and hot water lines
- Chemical transfer
- Cryogenic gas systems
- Oil & gas transport
- Hydraulic system connections
- Vibration isolation in pumps and compressors
Because of their ability to withstand high temperatures, pressure surges, and corrosive media, steel hose assemblies are often used where rubber or PVC hoses would fail.
Steel hose assemblies offer an unmatched combination of flexibility, strength, and reliability in fluid handling and transfer systems. Whether used in a refinery, chemical plant, or high-pressure hydraulic system, these hoses provide long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance.
Selecting the right hose assembly ensures safe operation, reduced downtime, and enhanced efficiency in even the most demanding applications.