Flexible fixed diameter tube - what is this?
Flexible fixed diameter tube - what is this?
(OP)
Hello,
I am looking for a flexible tube capable of transferring a fixed size ball from one container to another. The tube must be flexible enough to be moved around freely but yet not pinch in sections, restricting the balls from moving feely.
my experience is limited in this field and i dont know what type of tubing are out there to accomplish my task. If anyone knows of a type that could do this, even a name of a tube would help me in searching online or additional help.
I am looking for a flexible tube capable of transferring a fixed size ball from one container to another. The tube must be flexible enough to be moved around freely but yet not pinch in sections, restricting the balls from moving feely.
my experience is limited in this field and i dont know what type of tubing are out there to accomplish my task. If anyone knows of a type that could do this, even a name of a tube would help me in searching online or additional help.





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RE: Flexible fixed diameter tube - what is this?
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: Flexible fixed diameter tube - what is this?
RE: Flexible fixed diameter tube - what is this?
Also the diameter of the tube is about 0.7". I dont have the specs for the balls but their fairly light and must not be squished to avoid damaging them.
RE: Flexible fixed diameter tube - what is this?
RE: Flexible fixed diameter tube - what is this?
Do you know what a "helical reinforced smooth ID flex hose" actually is? where can i find a outline of one or something? Do you know a manufacturer that makes these hoses?
ps.. i still need to get this done for work, so its not just for pleasure :)
RE: Flexible fixed diameter tube - what is this?
The helical reinforced hose that I had mentioned start at 2".
For smaller industrial hose look at Aeroquip. If you require a general opaque hose look at a Grainger or McMaster catalog.