Introducing Eaton's high-performance biodiesel hoses
Because sustainable fuel is being used frequently today, a biodiesel hose is a crucial consideration for applications to combat the "bake out" effect and fill the temperature performance gap. Unlike standard fuel hoses that only last 1-2 years, a reliable biodiesel hose can go well beyond traditional timelines and give users a reliable solution through testing in both high-percentage biodiesel blend and high-temperature applications.
Eaton's biodiesel hoses are able to achieve maximum performance with a unique compound of proprietary polymers, specifically engineered to more effectively resist degradation and excel in high-temperature conditions. With its combined features, Eaton's high-performance biodiesel hose can address a variety of engineering challenges, including:
Finding the right fit
Specifications and testing procedures help ensure the hose is ready for use in both heavy duty engines and transmission oil cooler applications – including synthetic oil use in mobile on- and off-highway vehicles.
To ensure compatibility with biodiesel fuels and performance reliability, users should confirm their biodiesel hose is tested to all major industry specifications, including ASTM D380, ASTM D6751, EN412 and EN2240. A high-performance biodiesel hose will also typically incorporate testing beyond standard industry specifications to demonstrate the true life of the product, and can provide test summaries for material properties, elongation, hardness, tensile strength, volume change, hot fuel circulation and permeation in accordance with customer requirements.
Unlike conventional hoses that deteriorate at 100°C, high-performance biodiesel hoses like Eaton's GH100 and GH101 solutions can perform in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 150°C with B2, B5 and B20 fuels, and -40°C to 125°C with pure B100 fuels. With a high-performance biodiesel hose that is qualified with every blend of biodiesel fuel, users no longer have to worry about rotating between B5, B20 or higher and USLD fuels.
When it comes to design options, there are a variety of features users should evaluate in an effort to customize their solution, while also maximizing versatility and ease of installation:
Tying it all together
Diesel blends and synthetic oils are important aspects of the emerging sustainable energy movement, which makes the process of choosing compatible fuel hoses all the more important – especially for applications that are impacted by high-temperature environment. With Eaton's high-performance biodiesel hoses, users don't need to gamble with a standard selection which can result in safety issues and extra maintenance costs.
By selecting an Eaton high-performance biodiesel hose that has been tested beyond industry specifications, combined with the right connections and hose cover to match application requirements, end users can rest easy knowing their hoses are protected and optimized for peak performance.