Metal Hose Assembly | High Temperature Stainless Steel Hose

Description

Power Hydraulic manufactures the High Temperature Metal Hose Assembly for industrial systems that require flexible fluid transfer under elevated temperatures, vibration, movement, thermal expansion, or demanding operating conditions.

Our metal hose assemblies combine a corrugated stainless steel hose, optional stainless steel braid, and customized end fittings to provide a flexible connection between pipes, valves, pumps, compressors, heat-processing equipment, and other industrial systems.

Customers can send us:

Technical drawings
Hose dimensions
Existing samples
End connection requirements
Operating temperature
Working pressure
Fluid medium
Installation movement
Required assembly length

Our team reviews these conditions before recommending the hose structure, material, braid configuration, and end connections.

With a manufacturing background in metal hose products, hydraulic components, CNC-machined fittings, and customized fluid connections, Power Hydraulic focuses on practical hose assemblies that match the customer’s actual system rather than supplying only standard catalog products.

What Is a High Temperature Metal Hose Assembly?

A High Temperature Metal Hose Assembly uses a flexible metallic hose to transfer liquids, gases, steam, or other process media where conventional rubber or polymer hoses may not suit the operating temperature or working environment.

A typical assembly contains:

Corrugated metal hose
Stainless steel wire braid
Braid collars
End fittings
Welded connections
Optional protective components

The corrugated hose provides flexibility, while the external braid helps control elongation and supports the hose under internal pressure.

Together, these components create a flexible connection that can accommodate:

Thermal expansion
Mechanical vibration
Pipe misalignment
Equipment movement
Repeated flexing within the designed range

Industrial users often select metal hose assemblies when they require both temperature resistance and mechanical flexibility.

Why Use Metal Hose for High-Temperature Applications?

High-temperature piping systems can create significant challenges for rigid connections.

As equipment heats and cools, pipes and components expand and contract. Pumps, compressors, engines, and processing machinery can also generate vibration.

A flexible metal hose assembly can help manage these movements while maintaining a sealed fluid connection.

Customers commonly use high-temperature metal hoses when:

Rubber hoses cannot tolerate the required temperature.
Equipment generates continuous vibration.
Thermal expansion creates stress in rigid piping.
The system requires a flexible connection near a pump or compressor.
Installation space requires a bendable connection.
Existing metal hose assemblies need replacement.
The application requires corrosion-resistant metallic materials.
OEM equipment uses a non-standard hose length or fitting configuration.

Corrugated Stainless Steel Hose Construction

The corrugated metal hose forms the flexible core of the assembly.

Manufacturers form thin-wall metallic tubing into a corrugated profile that allows controlled bending and movement.

The geometry of the corrugation affects:

Flexibility
Bend performance
Pressure capability
Fatigue life
Movement characteristics

For this reason, engineers should select the hose according to the actual application rather than diameter alone.

Power Hydraulic evaluates the hose size, assembly length, operating conditions, and required movement before production.

Stainless Steel Braided Metal Hose

Many high-temperature hose assemblies include one or more layers of stainless steel wire braid around the corrugated hose.

The braid performs several important functions.

It helps:

Restrain hose elongation
Support internal pressure
Protect the corrugated hose
Improve mechanical stability
Maintain the intended hose geometry

Depending on the application, a hose assembly may use:

Unbraided corrugated hose
Single-braided metal hose
Multi-braid configurations for specific requirements

The correct braid structure depends on the pressure, temperature, hose size, movement, and installation conditions.

Materials for High Temperature Metal Hose Assemblies

Material selection plays a major role in temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, fatigue life, and compatibility with the transported medium.

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel remains one of the most common materials for industrial flexible metal hoses.

Depending on the project specification, commonly considered stainless steel grades may include:

304 stainless steel
304L stainless steel
316 stainless steel
316L stainless steel

316-series stainless steel can provide additional corrosion resistance in suitable chemical, marine, and process environments.

The final material choice should always consider:

Operating temperature
Fluid or gas composition
External environment
Corrosion risk
Pressure
Required service life

Custom End Connections

The hose itself represents only one part of a reliable metal hose assembly.

The end connections determine how the hose integrates with the customer’s equipment and piping system.

Power Hydraulic can evaluate customized assemblies using different connection designs, including:

Threaded fittings
Male threaded ends
Female threaded ends
Flanges
Weld ends
Tube ends
Pipe ends
Hydraulic-style fittings
Custom CNC-machined connectors
OEM replacement fittings

Customers can provide drawings or samples when standard end fittings cannot meet the installation requirements.

CNC Machined Fittings for Metal Hose Assemblies

Because Power Hydraulic also supports custom CNC machining, we can evaluate projects that require non-standard hose end connections.

Custom-machined fittings may include:

Special thread combinations
Non-standard hex dimensions
Extended connection lengths
Custom sealing surfaces
Special flange geometry
Compact installation designs
Replacement OEM connectors

This capability helps customers reduce the number of separate suppliers involved in a custom metal hose project.

It also supports equipment manufacturers that need a hose assembly designed around their existing machine rather than around a standard fitting catalog.

Welding and Hose Assembly

The connection between the corrugated hose and the end fitting plays an important role in assembly integrity.

During manufacturing, the production process must control:

Hose alignment
Braid positioning
Fitting alignment
Weld location
Heat input
Surface condition

The exact manufacturing method depends on the hose structure and fitting design.

After assembly, our team checks critical dimensions and connection quality according to the confirmed project requirements.

High Temperature Metal Hose Applications

High-temperature flexible metal hose assemblies serve many industrial sectors.

Steam and Thermal Systems

Metal hoses can provide flexible connections in systems involving:

Steam lines
Heating equipment
Thermal process machinery
Heat exchangers
Industrial boilers and auxiliary systems

The customer should always provide the actual operating temperature and pressure before hose selection.

Industrial Exhaust Systems

Flexible metal hoses can accommodate vibration and thermal movement in:

Exhaust piping
Engine systems
Generator equipment
Industrial machinery
Gas handling systems

Chemical and Process Equipment

Stainless steel metal hose assemblies suit many process applications that require flexible metallic connections.

Typical equipment may include:

Chemical processing machinery
Fluid transfer systems
Pumps
Reactors
Processing skids

Material compatibility with the process medium remains essential.

Pumps and Compressors

Rotating equipment can transmit vibration into connected pipework.

A properly selected flexible metal hose can help isolate part of this movement between:

Pumps
Compressors
Valves
Piping systems
Equipment skids

CNC and Industrial Machinery

Machine tools and production equipment may use metal hose assemblies for:

Coolant systems
Process fluids
Gas connections
Heating lines
Specialized fluid transfer

Marine and Offshore Equipment

Marine environments often require corrosion-resistant flexible connections.

Stainless steel metal hose assemblies can support suitable applications involving:

Marine engines
Piping systems
Auxiliary machinery
Fluid transfer
Exhaust-related equipment

Thermal Expansion Compensation

High temperatures cause metal piping to expand.

If a rigid piping system cannot absorb this movement, thermal expansion may create additional stress on:

Pipes
Valves
Pumps
Flanges
Equipment connections

A properly engineered flexible metal hose can accommodate certain types of thermal movement.

However, engineers should not treat every flexible hose as an expansion joint.

The installation must consider:

Movement direction
Hose length
Bend radius
Anchoring
Operating pressure
Expected displacement

Customers should provide movement data when thermal expansion represents a major part of the application.

Vibration Absorption

Pumps, compressors, engines, and rotating machinery often create vibration.

Rigid piping can transmit this vibration throughout the system.

A flexible metal hose assembly can provide mechanical flexibility between the equipment and pipework.

Correct installation remains essential.

The assembly should avoid:

Excessive twisting
Sharp bends
Incorrect bend location
Axial compression beyond the design
Repeated movement outside the intended direction

Good installation helps protect both the hose assembly and the connected equipment.

Made-to-Drawing High Temperature Metal Hose Assemblies

Power Hydraulic supports customized production from customer drawings.

Useful drawing information includes:

Hose inside diameter
Hose outside diameter
Overall assembly length
Flexible length
Fitting dimensions
Thread specifications
Flange dimensions
Material
Braid configuration
Operating pressure
Operating temperature
Medium
Required movement

Before production, we review the critical dimensions and application requirements to reduce the risk of installation mismatch.

This approach suits:

OEM manufacturers
Industrial equipment builders
Engineering companies
Maintenance contractors
Process equipment suppliers
Metal hose distributors

Replacement Metal Hose Assemblies from Samples

Customers do not always have the original engineering drawing.

Older machinery may use a custom metal hose assembly that the original supplier no longer produces.

In this case, customers can provide:

Existing hose sample
Detailed photographs
Connection dimensions
Thread information
Overall length
Operating conditions

Our team can then evaluate the replacement requirements.

A replacement project may involve:

Inspecting the existing assembly
Measuring the overall dimensions
Identifying the hose diameter
Confirming the braid structure
Identifying the end fittings
Checking thread or flange dimensions
Reviewing the service conditions
Preparing a manufacturing specification
Producing the replacement assembly
Inspecting the completed product

This service helps customers source obsolete or difficult-to-find flexible metal hose assemblies.

Quality Control

High-temperature metal hose assemblies operate as functional pressure and fluid-transfer components, so manufacturing consistency matters.

Our inspection process focuses on the specifications confirmed for each project.

Depending on the assembly, inspection may cover:

Hose dimensions
Overall length
Fitting dimensions
Thread specifications
Flange dimensions
Weld appearance
Assembly alignment
Braid condition
Surface condition
Connection geometry

Where the application requires additional testing, customers should provide the testing standard or performance requirement during project evaluation.

Why Choose Power Hydraulic?

Metal Hose Manufacturing Background

Metal hose products form an important part of our manufacturing background.

This experience helps us understand the relationship between:

Corrugated hose
Stainless steel braid
End fittings
Welding
Pressure
Temperature
Vibration
Installation movement

We evaluate the complete hose assembly rather than treating the hose and fitting as unrelated components.

Hydraulic and Fluid Connection Experience

Power Hydraulic also manufactures hydraulic and CNC-machined connection components.

This capability supports projects that combine flexible metal hose with customized fittings, adapters, or machinery connections.

Customized Manufacturing

We support:

Custom lengths
Custom fittings
Non-standard threads
OEM replacement assemblies
Made-to-drawing hoses
Made-to-sample hoses
Prototype development
Small-batch production
Repeat manufacturing

Engineering Communication

A metal hose assembly cannot rely on diameter alone.

Before manufacturing, we encourage customers to provide complete operating information.

Clear communication about temperature, pressure, medium, movement, and installation helps both sides select a more suitable structure.

High Temperature Metal Hose vs Rubber Hose

Both metal hose and rubber hose have appropriate applications.

A flexible metal hose may provide advantages when the system involves:

Elevated temperatures
Fire exposure risks
Aggressive environments
Vacuum conditions
Metal-to-metal piping systems
Vibration
Thermal expansion

Rubber hoses may offer advantages in applications that require different flexibility characteristics or where metal construction is unnecessary.

Engineers should select the hose according to the complete operating environment rather than choosing only by temperature.

Information Required for Quotation

To help us evaluate your High Temperature Metal Hose Assembly, please provide:

Hose size
Overall length
Working temperature
Working pressure
Fluid or gas medium
End connection type
Thread or flange specification
Material requirement
Braid requirement
Required movement
Quantity
Drawing or sample
Installation photos if available

The more complete the operating information, the more accurately we can evaluate the hose configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a high temperature metal hose assembly?

A high-temperature metal hose assembly combines a corrugated metallic hose with end fittings and, in many applications, stainless steel braid. It provides a flexible connection for systems subject to elevated temperatures, vibration, movement, or thermal expansion.

Can you manufacture metal hoses according to drawings?

Yes. We manufacture custom metal hose assemblies according to customer drawings, samples, dimensions, and application requirements.

What materials do you offer for metal hoses?

Stainless steel remains the most common choice. The exact grade depends on temperature, corrosion conditions, medium compatibility, and customer specifications.

Can you customize the end fittings?

Yes. We support standard and custom end connections, including threaded fittings, weld ends, flanges, tube connections, and CNC-machined components.

Can you manufacture replacement hoses from an existing sample?

Yes. We can evaluate an existing assembly when the original drawing is unavailable.

Can metal hoses absorb vibration?

Yes, a correctly selected and installed flexible metal hose can help accommodate vibration from pumps, compressors, engines, and other equipment. The installation must follow the intended movement direction and bend requirements.

Can metal hoses handle thermal expansion?

Flexible metal hoses can accommodate certain types of thermal movement when engineers design the assembly and installation correctly. Customers should provide the expected movement and system conditions before selection.

Do you support small quantities?

Yes. We can evaluate prototype, small-batch, and repeat-production requirements depending on the hose specification.

High Temperature Metal Hose Assembly Manufacturer

Power Hydraulic manufactures High-Temperature Metal Hose Assemblies, stainless-steel corrugated hoses, braided flexible metal hoses, and customized industrial hose assemblies for customers worldwide.

Whether you need a replacement hose for existing equipment, a made-to-drawing assembly for an OEM project, or a custom flexible connection for temperature, vibration, or thermal movement, our team can evaluate the application based on your technical requirements.

Send us your drawing, sample, operating temperature, pressure, medium, and connection information to discuss your metal hose assembly project.

Flexible Stainless Steel Hose Assemblies for High-Temperature Industrial Applications