A Flexi-Connector with slightly thinner Seeflex walls and a more flexible coil.
Flexi-Connector is made from an ether based polyurethane with a 316 stainless steel wire coil. Ideal for bag feeders, filling heads or bulk bag fillers.
Product Description
The Flexi-Connector is made from an ether-based polyurethane with a 316 stainless steel wire coil. Ideal for bag feeders, filling heads or bulk bag fillers.
Application
- Ideal for bulk bag loading and filling
Key Features
Very lightweight and flexible
CIP Safe
Ideal for applications with lateral and vertical movement
3A, USDA, EC and ATEX compliant
Flexi Connector
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Physical properties
Material/Fibre
Seeflex -Ether-based thermoplastic polyurethane
Colour
Transparent
Construction/ Finish
Gloss/Gloss
Wall Thickness (+/- 10%)
0.60mm / 1/32 inch (100 – 200mm / 4 – 8 inch Dia) ; 0.70mm / 1/32 inch (250 – 300mm/10 – 12 inch Dia)
Breathable
No
Hardness (Shore A)
90
Tensile Strength (MPa)
34
Tear Strength (N/mm)
96
Dust tight?
Yes
Operating Conditions
Max. Operating Temp
85ºC / 185ºF
Operating Temp Range
- 20 to 85°C / - 4 to 185°F
Surge Temp
105°C / 221°F
Low Temp / Flexibility
Good
Surface Resistivity (0hms)*
1010 (Tested to ASTMD-257)
Air Permeability
0
Vibration
Yes
Oscillation
Yes (subject to length and movement restrictions)
Compression
Yes
Certification and Compliance
FDA and USDA
FDA 21 CFR 177.1680, 175.105 (adhesives) & 177.2600 and USDA
3A Certified
3A (20–)
EU Approved
(EC) 1935/2004, 2023–2006 & 10/2011
Atex Certified
IBExU tested. Approved for all dust explosion hazardous areas. Some restrictions apply.
Dimensions
Available Diameters
- Ø100mm (4") to Ø300mm (12") in 50mm (2") increments
Applicable Connector Lengths
- 200mm (8") up to 6,000mm (19ft 8") in 50mm (2") increments
Wire Coil Position
50mm / 2 inches from cuff
Wire Coil Diameter
2.6mm /7/64 inch
Compression Ratio of Coil Section (Approx.)
3 to 1
Options
Available with SS Rings?
(min. length for all is 150mm)
No
Available with Plastic Rings?
(min. length for all is 150mm)
No
Available as Tool Release?
Yes
Available as Tapered?
Yes as extension
Available as a one ended Connnector?
Yes
Quick Access Port Connector?
No
Product Option
Tool Release (TR)
For added security, this option has a significantly firmer snap-band that makes it virtually impossible to remove by hand and requires a specially shaped tool.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum vacuum Flexi Connectors can handle?
100mm (4"): 0.10 bar 150mm (6"): 0.07 bar 200mm (8"): 0.06 bar 250mm (10"): 0.06 bar 300mm (12"): 0.02 bar
Would a Seeflex 040E connector with rings or a Flexi connector be more appropriate for dust collection on a Sweco with a vacuum?
A Seeflex 040E with rings will be more resilient to the vacuum than the Flexi. You could also use TR for extra resistance. Try and keep the connector as short as possible, and small gaps between rings.