Tigerflex EPDM Truck Suction Hose
Working pressure shown at 20°C. Rated capacity reduces at elevated temperatures. Technical data subject to change without notice. Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Tiger Blue and Tiger Green?
Nothing — they are identical in construction, materials, and performance specifications. Tiger Blue and Tiger Green are the same hose in different colours. The colour choice is purely cosmetic, typically used to match company equipment colour schemes or to distinguish different hose sets on a work site. Note that not all sizes are available in both colours — Blue is available in 51mm, 76mm, and 102mm only. All other sizes are Green only.
Is Tiger Blue & Tiger Green EPDM suitable for fuel, diesel, or oil transfer?
No. EPDM rubber is not compatible with petroleum-based products including diesel, petrol, mineral oil, or hydraulic oil. Using this hose with petroleum-based media will cause the EPDM tube to swell, degrade, and fail. If you need a suction hose for petroleum products, contact United Flexible — we stock appropriate alternatives for hydrocarbon applications.
What does the polyethylene helix actually do?
It serves two purposes. First, it maintains the hose bore shape under vacuum, preventing the hose from collapsing during suction. Second, it protects the outer cover from wear when dragging the hose over rough ground — a common task on construction sites and dairy farms. The smooth profile of the helix also lets the hose slide more easily over rough surfaces and around corners compared to a smooth-cover hose.
Can I use Tiger Blue & Tiger Green for pressure delivery as well as suction?
Tigerflex EPDM is primarily designed for suction. It has a rated working pressure (see table above) but is not suited to sustained pressure delivery at that rating. For applications requiring regular pressure delivery, contact United Flexible to discuss a more appropriate product.
What agricultural and dairy applications is Tiger Blue/Tiger Green suited to in NZ?
Tigerflex EPDM is well suited to liquid fertiliser (fertigation) suction lines, liquid manure transfer, and effluent irrigation suction. Its EPDM tube is compatible with agricultural liquid fertilisers and animal effluent. It is not suitable for concentrated chemical products or petroleum-based agricultural sprays — confirm compatibility with your specific product before use.
What fittings are compatible with Tigerflex?
Tigerflex is compatible with any industrial hose fittings which fit to the hose using an internal hose tail matched to the hose bore size. Contact United Flexible with your bore size and connection requirements and we will recommend the appropriate fitting.