Nylon Recoil Air Hose Product Description

Nylon Recoil Air Hoses, a type of Nylon Tubing, are commonly used in various industrial applications due to their distinct features. These include, for instance, their durability, flexibility, and ease of use, to name just a
few. 

These hoses are especially popular for use with Air Tools due to their reliability and performance here.

The Magic of Nylon

Nylon, the first synthetic fibre, was developed in the 1930s and is a thermoplastic silky material popular in several industries, from clothing to mechanical parts. This adaptability is owed to Nylon’s fundamental characteristics, such as its high strength, elasticity, abrasion resistance, and chemical resistance. 

Most importantly, nylon can be melt-processed into different shapes, making it an ideal material for products like our nylon recoil air hose, flexible nylon tubing, and nylon tube as well.

What is a Recoil Air Hose?

A recoil air hose, or self-storing air hose, is a type of tubing designed to retract back to its compact form when unused.

This auto-retraction is beneficial to you as it helps to keep the hose untangled and easy to store, reducing workplace hazards in working areas especially.

This feature, coupled with their lightweight nature, then provides you with good access in working areas, making recoil air hoses an ideal choice in space-conscious, portable,
or mobile applications as well as DIY projects, automotive repairs, or industrial machinery as well.

Why Nylon for Recoil Air Hose?

Nylon’s inherent properties make it a suitable material for recoil air hoses.

These consist of the following for instance:

Durability

Nylon is known for its strength and resilience, making it resistant to wear and tear and ensuring the hose’s long-lasting longevity even under rough conditions.

Flexibility

Nylon is remarkably flexible, which means it can be twisted and bent in various directions without breaking, and it is this flexibility that is crucial for a recoil air hose –
which must regularly expand and retract. 

The excellent flexibility and coil shape retention make this lightweight air hose ideal for use with air-operated hand tools and pneumatic tools. It also provides you with superior airflow and is suitable for horizontal or vertical applications as well.

Consequently, we can also offer you a range of polyurethane nylon recoil hoses for extra flexibility, and thanks to their exceptional abrasion resistance, these hoses are ideal for use in workshop situations with Air Compressors and airline tools.

Lightweight

Nylon hoses are typically lighter than their rubber or PVC counterparts, making them more portable and easier to handle, especially for the industrial user.

Temperature Resistance

Nylon can also withstand a wide range of temperatures, which makes these hoses suitable for different environments as a result.

Chemical Resistance

Nylon is resistant to many chemicals, oils, and solvents, ensuring the integrity of the hose in various working conditions.

Features

This type of tubing also has a few other features, such as:

• Springform memory and kink resistant
• Compliant with REACH, RoHS, and certified to BSI ISO 9001
• Abrasion resistant
• Suitable for High Pressure applications
• Available in various Inside Diameter sizes

Tube Preforming

We can also offer pre-forming for our range of tubes in various polymers — PVC, Nylon, polythene, and polyurethane — to suit a wide range of applications. 

As a result, our pre-forming can reduce your costs by eliminating the need for Hose Connectors and Hose Assemblies as well.

Applications of Nylon Recoil Air Hose

As you can see, Nylon recoil air hoses are very adaptable and find applications across various industries due to their durability, flexibility, and resistance to abrasion and
chemicals.

As a result, Nylon recoil air hoses are used in a variety of applications, including:

Pneumatic Tools Operation

Nylon recoil air hoses are widely used in workshops and construction sites to connect pneumatic tools like nail guns, air ratchets, Air Blow Guns, and spray guns to Air
Compressors.

Their recoil design helps keep the workspace tidy by automatically retracting to avoid tripping hazards, enhancing safety and efficiency.

Automotive Repairs and Maintenance

Mechanics also rely on nylon recoil air hoses for operating air-powered tools during vehicle repairs and maintenance.

These hoses, for instance, provide you with the necessary flexibility and durability for high-pressure compressed air to reach tight spaces in engines and chassis – helping with tasks such as tyre inflation, engine cleaning, and parts painting, to name a few.

Manufacturing Lines

In manufacturing environments, nylon recoil air hoses are also used to power air-driven assembly tools, material handling equipment, and automation systems.

Their ability for instance to withstand repeated flexing and exposure to chemicals makes them ideal for the demanding conditions of production lines.

Dental and Medical Equipment

The healthcare industry also uses nylon recoil air hoses in dental and medical devices for their cleanability and non-toxic properties.

They connect air-powered tools that are then used in procedures, ensuring precision and reliability as a result.

Aerospace and Aviation Maintenance

Technicians use nylon recoil air hoses in the maintenance of aircraft for powering tools and equipment essential for inspection and repair.

Their light weight and flexibility are advantageous in the confined spaces of aircraft fuselages.

Painting and Spraying Operations

These hoses are essential in painting and spraying operations, providing you with a reliable connection between Air Compressors and spray guns.

Their recoil feature here, for instance, helps maintain a clean and organised workspace by minimising loose hose lengths.

Food and Beverage Production

Due to their resistance to chemicals and ease of cleaning, nylon recoil air hoses are also suitable for use in food and beverage production facilities, where they might be
used for pneumatic material handling and processing equipment as well.

Laboratories and Clean Rooms

In settings where cleanliness and air purity are crucial, such as laboratories and clean rooms, nylon recoil air hoses are used to connect equipment requiring compressed air –
thanks to their resistance to contamination and ease of sanitisation.

Agricultural Equipment

Farmers also use nylon recoil air hoses with pneumatic tools for equipment maintenance and repair.

This is in part due to durability and resistance to environmental factors, which makes them suitable for the harsh conditions found in agriculture.

Recreational Facilities and Pools

For maintenance and cleaning operations in recreational facilities, including pools and spas, nylon recoil air hoses connect air-powered tools and cleaning devices.

Their flexibility and resistance to moisture here for instance ensures the tubing’s longevity and reliability in these environments as a result.

Pneumatic Tools

The hoses supply compressed air to pneumatic tools in manufacturing, construction, and automotive repair industries.

Robotics and Automation

The lightness and flexibility of nylon recoil hoses also makes them ideal for robotic applications, where weight and freedom of movement really are key.

Medical Devices

Specific medical devices use nylon recoil air hoses because of their flexibility, durability, and chemical resistance.

DIY Projects

The ease of use and storage make these hoses a favourite among DIY enthusiasts for airbrushing, inflating tyres, or using air-powered tools.
Our recoil-type air hose offers you excellent performance for home projects. For instance – a minimum quantity of 30 metres is required here, though.

Wide Range of Sizes

Our nylon recoil hose comes in a wide range of sizes, including various Inside Diameter options.

For instance, the standard nylon recoil hose is black, with other colours available upon request, and we also offer Imperial Flexible Nylon Tubing for specialised applications as well.

Endings

We supply all standard recoil hoses with plain ends or include 1/4 BSP swivel taper male brass end fittings and spring guards. Steel Fittings are also available upon request.

Air Tools

We have specifically designed our nylon recoil hose for use with Air Tools, Air Blow Guns, and other air-related equipment, such as drills, sanders, and sprayers. 

These hoses are compatible with a variety of Air Tool Accessories and Power Tools. Each of these applications leverages the unique properties of nylon recoil air hoses, demonstrating their versatility and value across a broad range of industries and uses.

Technical Information

ID = Inside Diameter
OD = Outer Diameter

The Working Pressures of our hose are determined by calculating the short-term burst pressure at 20°C and applying a 4:1 safety factor. 

Consequently, these hoses are suitable for high-pressure applications, providing reliability for various industrial tasks.

The maximum recommended continuous working temperature is 70°C, with occasional limited periods of up to 120°C. Any increases in temperature above 20°C will affect the
short-term burst pressure quoted. The minimum operating temperature is -40°C.

Our Nylon Recoil Air Hoses Overall

Overall, as you can see, our Nylon recoil air hoses offer you an optimal balance between functionality and practicality.

This is due to their unique blend of durability, flexibility, and lightweight construction which has paved the way for their widespread application in various industries as a result.

For more information or expert advice on our Nylon Recoil Air Hoses and related products, please contact our Customer Service team.

We can also offer free delivery, standard delivery, and next-day delivery options to ensure you get your tools & accessories when you need them.

Contact Us

For more information about our Nylon Recoil Air Hose and related products or to request samples, please get in touch with our customer service team.

We are available Mon – Fri to assist you with your enquiries and help you find the perfect solution for your project.

Who is Abbey Extrusions?

Here at Abbey Extrusions, we are a leading UK-based manufacturer specialising in the production of high-quality, specialist hose & tubing plastic tubing, hoses, extrusions
and profiles.

With decades of industry experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in the industry, known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer
satisfaction especially.

At Abbey Extrusions, we can offer you a wide range of products tailored to meet your specific needs in various industries, including automotive, medical, and industrial
sectors.

Consequently, our expertise in extrusion processes allows us to produce custom solutions for you, from flexible PVC hoses to complex profiles, ensuring that all our clients receive products that meet their exact specifications as a result.

We also take pride in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility here in the UK, which is equipped with some of the latest equipment to ensure precision and consistency in every product we create.

As a result, our dedicated team of professionals is always ready to assist with any project, from initial design to final production, making Abbey Extrusions your ideal partner for all your plastic extrusion needs.