{"product_id":"tchb-300-bflg-18-bronze-metal-flex-hose-3x18-150psi","title":"TCHB-300-BFLG-18 Bronze Metal Flex Hose 3\"x18\" 150Psi","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDescription:\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"731\" class=\"\"\u003eThe TCHB-300-BFLG-18 Bronze Metal Flex Hose is used in steam, water, HVAC, and industrial piping systems to absorb vibration, compensate for thermal expansion, and accommodate minor misalignment between connected equipment. Commonly installed between pumps, boilers, chillers, compressors, heat exchangers, and process piping systems requiring flexible movement and vibration isolation. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this hose assembly for piping upgrades, equipment replacements, and preventative maintenance to reduce stress on rigid piping connections. The assembly features bronze construction with flanged connections and a 150 PSI working pressure rating. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eThe TCHB-300-BFLG-18 flexible metal hose is commonly used in mechanical rooms, boiler systems, chilled water loops, steam service, and industrial fluid transfer systems where vibration isolation and thermal movement compensation are required. Typical applications include pump suction and discharge connections, cooling systems, compressor piping, generator installations, and process equipment requiring flexible piping connections with flanged end fittings. Bronze flexible hoses are particularly suitable for water, steam, and non-corrosive fluid service applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1391\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"2495\" class=\"\"\u003e• Manufacturer: Unknown OEM Manufacturer\u003cbr data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003e• Model \/ Part Number: TCHB-300-BFLG-18\u003cbr data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e• Product Type: Flexible Metal Hose Assembly\u003cbr data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003e• Hose Material: Bronze Corrugated Metal Hose\u003cbr data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003e• Braid Material: Bronze Wire Braid\u003cbr data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e• Connection Type: Flanged Ends\u003cbr data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e• Nominal Hose Size: 3 Inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e• Overall Length: 18 Inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003e• Working Pressure Rating: 150 PSI\u003cbr data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e• Pressure Class: ANSI 150 Class Compatible\u003cbr data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e• End Connection Style: Flange x Flange\u003cbr data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003e• Function: Vibration Isolation and Thermal Expansion Compensation\u003cbr data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003e• Construction Type: Corrugated Flexible Metal Hose with Reinforcing Braid\u003cbr data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e• Media Compatibility: Water, Steam, Air, and Compatible Industrial Fluids\u003cbr data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003e• Temperature Capability: Suitable for Elevated Temperature Service\u003cbr data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003e• Installation Type: Inline Piping Installation\u003cbr data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e• Application Environment: Industrial and Commercial Mechanical Systems\u003cbr data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e• Typical Equipment: Pumps, Boilers, Chillers, Compressors, and Heat Exchangers\u003cbr data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003e• Corrosion Resistance: Excellent for water and HVAC service environments\u003cbr data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003e• Service Type: Flexible Piping Connection Assembly \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2784\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Hose Master Bronze-flex 3\" Flanged Flexible Hose Assembly\u003cbr data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2583\"\u003e• Metra-flex Bronze Flexible Connector Assembly\u003cbr data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003e• Unisource Bronze Braided Flexible Hose Assembly\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PLG Automation ","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51714372927790,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_97319855-aee4-4048-b6a0-07217b01a851.jpg?v=1770424471","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/tchb-300-bflg-18-bronze-metal-flex-hose-3x18-150psi","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}