Why Using Braided Oil Lines in Construction Applications is Essential
In the construction industry, oil plays an essential role for vehicles and equipment to perform numerous functions on a job site. One of the most critical components of any vehicle or equipment system is oil lines.
Braided oil lines should be an essential part of any construction application. Learn more about why from RB Royal.
Durability That Delivers
Braided oil lines are complex because they are actually made up of two different types of material. The oil moves through an inner tube, and an outer tube encases this tube to protect it from the elements.
Because of this, braided oil lines offer unmatched durability, which is essential in construction applications where harsh conditions and pressure changes are commonplace.
Increased Safety and Environmental Benefits
Because of their durability, this style of oil line offers key safety and environmental benefits for construction applications.
The outer casing protects the oil lines and can withstand any dragging, temperature changes, and pressure fluctuations, which lowers the risk of leaks and sprays. The blended materials within a braided oil line provide a higher pressure tolerance, abrasion resistance, and ultimately a longer service life.
As this style of oil line has a higher burst pressure rating, accidents like bursts, leaks, and sprays are less likely to happen, providing safer conditions for workers and the environment.
Long-Term Cost-Effectiveness
Braided oil lines are designed, engineered, and manufactured to be durable and long-lasting. While there can be some higher upfront costs compared to using standard rubber hoses, braided oil lines are cost-effective because they require less regular maintenance and repairs.
Additionally, because the risk of leaks and accidents are minimized, there are less maintenance and replacement costs as well as clean ups for any potential accidents that other oil lines would have cost.
Routing Advantages
Braided oil lines offer unparalleled flexibility thanks to the hose material. With tighter bend radii and greater flexibility, this style of oil line can be strategically routed away from hot zones on construction equipment and vehicles, so oil can stay cool. With routing flexibility, braided oil lines also benefit from untwisting, which helps maintain product integrity during pressure. This also leads to fatigue prevention and lowers the risk of premature failure at joints and fittings.
Trust RB Royal for Your Braided Oil Lines Today
RB Royal has been a leading provider of fluid transfer system components since we started in 1942. Over our history, we’ve evolved from creating custom brass fittings to manufacturing various fluid transfer system components — including oil lines.
Our oil line capabilities include multiple material offerings to choose from and a high-quality assurance that’s backed by our ISO 9001 certification. Have a design in mind for a custom option? Let’s work together on our Design-ufacturing services.
No matter your fluid transfer system component needs, RB Royal is here for you. Contact us today, and let’s get started on creating more than just parts, but a relationship that lasts.