Have Your Hydraulic Hoses Failed? This Could be Why
In severe enough cases, tube erosion can cause leakage. This creates a huge issue in your hydraulic tubing. You can’t properly utilize your equipment if the tubes are eroded to such a degree that they begin breaking down. The high-velocity stream of fluid will leak particles and damage the rest of your heavy equipment.
The best way to avoid tube erosion is by making sure you have the proper size tubing for your velocity. The hose assembly should not be too tight to accommodate the flow of fluid. It’s important to pay close attention to the minimum bend radius in …