Technical Specifications Overview

Comprehensive technical details and performance characteristics of the WT Series Flex Hose.

Parameter
Specification
Operating Temperature Range
-4°F to 150°F (-20°C to 65°C)
Bending Strength
8.8lbs/F to bend a 5' length of the 3" inner diameter WT series 180°
Minimum Bend Radius
As little as 2" for smaller diameter hoses without kinking
Construction Material
Food Grade PVC with polyurethane inner liner
Static Dissipation
Multi-strand grounding wire embedded in helix
Outer Jacket
Clear PVC for visual flow monitoring
Available Sizes
Variety of diameters and lengths
Certifications
FDA requirements compliant, Food Grade
Country of Origin
🇺🇸 United States

Superior Material Handling Performance

Engineered for optimal performance in plastics handling applications with enhanced safety and visibility features.

Clear Flow Visibility

Transparent outer jacket allows operators to monitor material flow in real-time, enabling quick problem identification and improved operational efficiency in material handling processes.

Static Dissipation

Embedded multi-strand grounding wire eliminates static electricity build-up during material transfer, ensuring safe handling of plastic powders, granules, and pellets in industrial applications.

Food Grade Safety

Constructed from FDA compliant, food grade materials that are phthalate-free, ensuring safe handling of materials in food processing and pharmaceutical applications.

Superior Flexibility

External PVC helix provides excellent support and flexibility, allowing for easy installation and operation in tight spaces with minimum bend radius as little as 2 inches.

Wide Temperature Range

Operates effectively in temperatures from -4°F to 150°F (-20°C to 65°C), making it suitable for various industrial environments and seasonal conditions.

Low Maintenance

Durable construction with abrasion-resistant materials ensures long service life and reduced maintenance requirements, lowering total cost of ownership for industrial operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the WT Series suitable for plastic material handling?
The WT Series features a clear outer jacket for flow visibility, embedded grounding wire for static dissipation, and food-grade construction that makes it ideal for safe, economical handling of plastic powders, granules, and pellets in industrial applications.
What is the operating temperature range for this flex hose?
The TigerFlex WT Series operates effectively in temperatures ranging from -4°F to 150°F (-20°C to 65°C), making it suitable for various industrial environments and seasonal conditions.
How does the static dissipation feature work?
The hose features an embedded multi-strand grounding wire within the PVC helix that eliminates static electricity build-up during material transfer, ensuring safe handling of plastic materials in industrial applications.
What sizes and lengths are available for the WT Series?
The WT Series is available in a variety of diameters and lengths to meet different application requirements. Contact us for specific sizing options and custom length availability for your material handling needs.
Is the WT Series FDA compliant for food applications?
Yes, the WT Series is fully FDA requirements compliant and made from food-grade materials that are phthalate-free, making it suitable for food processing and pharmaceutical applications where material safety is critical.

Versatile Applications Across Multiple Industries

From plastics manufacturing to food processing, the WT Series delivers reliable performance in diverse industrial material handling applications.

Packaging Materials

Injection Molding

Heavy duty abrasive plastics processing with superior durability and static control for high-volume production environments.

Packaging Materials

Plastics Manufacturing

Safe, economical handling of plastic powder, granules and pellets in injection molding and extrusion processes.

Fishnet Manufacturing

Material Handling

Standard duty material handling in the plastics industry with enhanced flexibility and durability for continuous operations.

PPMF Tapes & Twines

Industrial Applications

Industry standard in material handling applications requiring static dissipation and food-grade compliance for safety.

What Our Industrial Partners Say

Discover why leading manufacturers trust TigerFlex for their critical material handling applications.

Excellent flow visibility and durability

The clear jacket allows us to monitor material flow instantly, and the static dissipation feature has eliminated all our handling safety concerns. This hose has exceeded our expectations for durability and performance.

Perfect for our food-grade applications

FDA compliance and phthalate-free construction make this the ideal choice for our food processing operations. The flexibility and temperature range handle our demanding requirements perfectly.

Reliable performance in tight spaces

The minimum bend radius capability allows us to route these hoses in confined areas without kinking. The embedded grounding wire provides the safety we need for our plastic powder handling operations.

Outstanding flexibility and support

The external PVC helix provides excellent support while maintaining the flexibility we need for our material handling systems. Installation was straightforward and performance has been consistently reliable.

Temperature performance exceeded expectations

We operate in varying temperature conditions, and this hose performs consistently across the entire range. The material quality and construction details show the engineering excellence behind this product.

Cost-effective solution with premium quality

This hose delivers premium performance at a competitive price point. The durability and low maintenance requirements make it an excellent investment for our material handling operations.

Complete Operational Solutions

A wide range of equipment designed to enhance efficiency, safety, and performance.

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Features clear outer jacket for flow visibility, external PVC helix for flexibility, embedded grounding wire for static dissipation, and food-grade phthalate-free construction for safe material handling.

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Bulk plastics handling hose with exceptional abrasion resistance, clear outer jacket, rigid PVC helix for low-temperature flexibility, double-ply polyurethane tube, yarn reinforcement, and embedded static dissipation wire.

TigerFlex 2001 Series Flex Hose for Severe Duty with Wire

Superior longevity thermoplastic construction with transparent PVC cover, rigid helix for repeated flexing, transparent design for flow visibility, abrasion-resistant polyurethane liner, and embedded multi-strand static dissipation wire.

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