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Plumbing hoses

The plumbing hose is a flexible tube made of plastic material coated with a braided stainless steel mesh. At each end of the hose will connection thread, as they serve as links to health outlets running water. We can find them in the water connections kitchens, bathrooms or heating systems, connecting at one end, a key cutting and, at the other end, a sink faucet, sink, a cistern, or appliances such as water heaters, heaters , dishwashers, etc.

With the use and paso the time come to deteriorate, which gives rise to leaks. Therefore, it should be replaced at the first sign of damage.

What should we keep in mind when purchasing a catchphrase?

If we decide to change a flexible hose plumbing, we must ensure that the diameter of the threads are the same as the old hoses and check the types of connections using the flexo to avoid problems when installing them. Finally, we must consider the length and the hoses should not be strained.

Thread types:

There are two types of connection thread: male (if the thread at one end of the workpiece is outside) and female (if the thread is inside). You have to check the threads connecting the two parts to be connected through the hose, and gain a catchphrase that has the appropriate connections.

If the two parts to be connected are male-male, female-female hose is required.

If a part to be connected is male and the other female, one male-female hose is required.

Thread diameters:

Measures for pipes and plumbing fittings are usually expressed in inches. In Bricolemar you will find hoses 3/8 "and ½" in all possible variations.

Water connections in bathrooms and kitchens often use hoses 3/8 "in diameter. If it is a heating system, the usual diameter of ½ ".

It is necessary to measure the two pieces of existing connections, as they may have different diameters, despite being of the same type. For example, you may need a hose ½ "female- 3/8" female.

When changing a hose?

Generally water leaks in the hose are produced by two means: either the connection end of the hose or through the same body. In the latter case, no doubt, must be changed immediately, as the plastic material of the hose has been damaged and has some cracks. But if water loss is done through connections, before deciding to change the flexo try to make a small re-tighten with wrench on nuts. In the case of business as usual, try the following depending on the type of thread:

In female type connections: close the stopcock, unscrewed the nut and the rubber seal replaced with a new one.

In male-type connections: close the stopcock, unscrew the nut and remove the old Teflon to place a new one. Teflon should always be wound in the opposite direction to the thread.

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