Name: Eolo PU Food
SKU: 16-Jan
Availability: InStock

Product Details

Polyurethane Food Grade Hose for Suction and Transfer

Eolo PU Food is a lightweight, flexible polyurethane food grade hose designed for the suction and transfer of liquids and dry food products. Suitable for use within food processing and handling applications, it can be used with products including flour, sugar, grains, animal feed and other dry food materials.

Manufactured from flexible ether-based polyurethane (PU) with a rigid PVC spiral, Eolo PU Food combines flexibility with excellent abrasion and kink resistance. The hose has a smooth internal surface to help maintain efficient material flow, while its corrugated outer surface provides additional flexibility during installation and use.

Food Grade Applications

Eolo PU Food is suitable for a wide range of food processing, manufacturing and material transfer applications, including:

Flour and powdered food products
Sugar
Grains and cereals
Animal feed
Dry food ingredients
Suitable food liquids
Food processing and handling equipment

The hose is suitable for aqueous and fatty food applications as specified within the relevant food contact documentation. It is not recommended for milk or dairy products.

Key Features

Lightweight and highly flexible construction
Ether-based polyurethane wall
Rigid PVC reinforcement spiral
Smooth internal surface
Excellent abrasion resistance
Good kink resistance
Resistant to hydrolysis and microbial attack
Phthalate and plasticiser free
RoHS compliant
Operating temperature range from -40°C to +80°C
Transparent wall for visibility of material flow
Available in a wide range of internal diameters

Food Contact Compliance

Eolo PU Food is designed for food contact applications and complies with FDA Regulation CFR 21 Item 177.2600 and EU Regulation 10/2011 for the applicable food classes and conditions of use.

For specific applications and full compliance information, please refer to the Food Contact Declaration and Eolo PU Food Datasheet available within the Downloads section.

Alternative to GAPFLEX PUR SERIE 3S

Eolo PU Food may be suitable for applications where Schauenburg GAPFLEX PUR SERIE 3S or a similar polyurethane food grade hose has previously been specified.

Specifications can vary between manufacturers, so we recommend comparing dimensions, pressure, vacuum, temperature and food contact requirements before selecting an alternative.

Please contact our team if you require assistance identifying the most suitable hose for your application.

Need Help Choosing the Correct Food Grade Hose?

Different food transfer applications can require different hose constructions depending on the material being transferred, temperature, pressure, vacuum and working environment.

If you are unsure whether Eolo PU Food is suitable for your application, please contact our team with your requirements and we can help you select the appropriate food grade hose and size.

FAQ's

What is Eolo PU Food hose used for?

Eolo PU Food is a flexible polyurethane food grade suction hose designed for transferring liquids and dry food products. Typical applications include flour, sugar, grains, cereals, animal feed and other dry food ingredients within food processing and handling environments.

Is Eolo PU Food suitable for food contact?

Yes. Eolo PU Food is designed for food contact applications and complies with FDA Regulation CFR 21 Item 177.2600 and EU Regulation 10/2011 for the applicable food classes and conditions of use. Please refer to the Food Contact Declaration for full details.

Can Eolo PU Food be used for flour, sugar and other powders?

Yes. The hose is suitable for the suction and transfer of dry food products including flour, sugar and grains. Its polyurethane construction provides excellent abrasion resistance, making it particularly suitable for applications involving the regular movement of dry ingredients.

Can Eolo PU Food be used for liquids?

Yes. Eolo PU Food can be used for suitable food liquids as well as dry food products. It is suitable for aqueous and fatty foods within the conditions specified in the food contact documentation, but it is not recommended for milk or dairy products.

What sizes of Eolo PU Food hose are available?

Eolo PU Food is available in a wide range of internal diameters from 13mm to 300mm. Available coil lengths and technical specifications vary according to the hose diameter. Please see the Technical Data tab for the complete range of sizes.

What temperature range is Eolo PU Food suitable for?

Eolo PU Food has an operating temperature range of -40°C to +80°C, making it suitable for a wide range of food processing and material transfer applications.

Is Eolo PU Food abrasion resistant?

Yes. Eolo PU Food is manufactured using ether-based polyurethane, providing excellent resistance to abrasion as well as good resistance to kinking, hydrolysis and microbial attack.

Is an antistatic version of Eolo PU Food available?

Yes. Eolo PU Food is also available in an antistatic version incorporating a copper wire. When correctly earthed, the copper wire allows the hose to be electrically bonded. Please contact us if you are unsure which version is appropriate for your application.

Is Eolo PU Food an alternative to GAPFLEX PUR SERIE 3S?

Eolo PU Food may be suitable as an alternative for applications using Schauenburg GAPFLEX PUR SERIE 3S or similar polyurethane food grade hoses.

As specifications can differ between manufacturers, the required diameter, pressure, vacuum, temperature and food contact requirements should be checked before selecting a replacement.

Please contact our team if you need help comparing specifications and selecting the most appropriate hose for your application.

Downloads

Technical Data

Code	Ins. Ø	Min wall th.	Max. wall th.	Weight	Vac.	Bending	Coil lgth.	Vol.
	mm	mm	mm	g/m	m H2O	mm	m	m3
EU 01 013.0 000.0	13*	0.4	2.8	80	2.5	20	20	0,020
EU 01 016.0 000.0	16*	0.4	2.8	95	2.5	25	20	0,023
EU 01 019.0 000.0	19,1*	0.4	2.8	110	2.5	25	20	0,028
EU 01 020.0 000.0	20	0.4	2.8	115	2.5	25	20	0,028
EU 01 025.0 000.0	25	0.4	2.8	140	2.5	30	20	0,035
EU 01 030.0 000.0	30	0.4	2.8	160	2.5	35	20	0,049
EU 01 032.0 000.0	31.8	0.4	2.9	180	2	35	20	0,052
EU 01 035.0 000.0	35	0.5	3	200	2	45	20	0,060
EU 01 038.0 000.0	38.1	0.5	3.1	220	2	50	20	0,069
EU 01 040.0 000.0	40	0.5	3.1	230	2	60	20	0,072
EU 01 045.0 000.0	45	0.5	3.2	270	2	65	20	0,084
EU 01 052.0 000.0	50.8	0.5	3.4	320	2	70	20	0,105
EU 01 055.0 000.0	55*	0.5	3.6	400	2	75	20	0,120
EU 01 060.0 000.0	60	0.5	3.8	470	1.6	80	20	0,172
EU 01 063.0 000.0	63.5	0.5	3.9	510	1.6	80	20	0,181
EU 01 065.0 000.0	65*	0.5	3.9	520	1.6	90	20	0,193
EU 01 070.0 000.0	70	0.6	4.2	550	1.6	95	30	0,295
EU 01 076.0 000.0	76.2	0.6	4.2	600	1.6	100	30	0,330
EU 01 080.0 000.0	80	0.6	4.5	650	1.6	110	30	0,359
EU 01 090.0 000.0	90	0.6	4.6	750	1.4	125	30	0,551
EU 01 100.0 000.0	100	0.6	4.8	820	1.3	140	30	0,644
EU 01 102.0 000.0	102	0.6	4.8	830	1.3	140	30	0,656
EU 01 110.0 000.0	110	0.6	5.1	950	1.2	150	30	0,748
EU 01 120.0 000.0	120	0.6	5.3	1100	1	160	30	0,836
EU 01 127.0 000.0	127	0.6	5.3	1150	1	170	30	0,904
EU 01 130.0 000.0	130	0.7	5.5	1300	0.9	170	20	0,783
EU 01 140.0 000.0	140	0.7	5.6	1430	0.9	180	20	0,864
EU 01 150.0 000.0	151.5	0.7	5.7	1500	0.8	200	20	0,958
EU 01 152.0 000.0	152.4	0.7	5.8	1520	0.8	200	20	0,964
EU 01 160.0 000.0	160	0.7	7.2	1940	0.7	220	20	1,055
EU 01 180.0 000.0	180	0.7	7.1	2140	0.4	250	20	1,242
EU 01 200.0 000.0	200	0.7	7.3	2300	0.4	260	20	1,449
EU 01 203.0 000.0	203*	0.7	7.3	2320	0.4	260	20	1,469
EU 01 250.0 000.0	250	0.8	8	3400	0.4	300	10	0,955
EU 01 300.0 000.0	300	0.8	8	4100	0.3	350	10	1,422
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The technical data here reported were measured at 23°c with 50% humidity

Eolo PU Food

Polyurethane Food Grade Suction Hose