Tesco Steel & Engineering manufactures PU hose — flexible, abrasion-resistant polyurethane pneumatic & recoil air hose for compressed-air tools, automation, and low-pressure fluid lines. Heavier-walled and higher-rated than fine control tube, it is offered straight or as self-recoiling (spiral) hose and also in nylon, polyethylene, PVC, and PTFE. Size 5mm to 12.5mm. Up to 25 kg/cm². −10°C to 90°C. Bright colour coding. ISO 9001:2015 certified. Made in India.
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Rated to 25 kg/cm² — higher than light control tube — PU hose suits air tools and working air lines as well as fixed plumbing. Tesco Steel & Engineering supplies it in a full range of bores, colours, and lengths, and matched with push-on hose fittings and PU push-in fittings.
| Feature | PU Hose | PU Pipe / Tube |
|---|---|---|
| Typical use | Air tools & working air lines | Fine control & signal air lines |
| Pressure rating | Up to 25 kg/cm² | Up to ~10 kg/cm² |
| Wall & toughness | Heavier, abrasion resistant | Lighter, fine bore |
| Form | Straight or self-recoil / spiral | Straight coils |
| Connection | Push-on / push-in fittings | Push-in (one-touch) fittings |
See our PU pipe / pneumatic tubing page for the lighter fine-control tube used on instrument and signal lines.
| Material | Key Properties | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Polyurethane (PU) | Very flexible, abrasion & kink resistant, good memory | Air tools, recoil hose, moving lines |
| Nylon (Polyamide) | Higher pressure & temperature, low permeability | Higher-pressure air & pilot lines |
| Polyethylene (PE) | Light, economical, chemical resistant | Water & low-pressure fluid lines |
| PVC | Flexible, clear options, economical | Low-pressure air & fluid lines |
| PTFE | Excellent chemical & high-temperature resistance | Aggressive media & high temperatures |
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | PU pneumatic / recoil air hose |
| Size | 5 mm to 12.5 mm |
| Materials | Polyurethane (PU), Nylon (PA), Polyethylene (PE), PVC, PTFE |
| Working Pressure | Up to 25 kg/cm² (≈25 bar) — material & size dependent |
| Operating Temperature | −10°C to 90°C (material dependent; PTFE higher) |
| Form | Straight length or self-recoiling (spiral) hose |
| Colour | Blue / Yellow / Red / Black (natural/clear on request) |
| Ends | Plain, or fitted with push-on / push-in / quick-coupler ends |
| Connection | Push-on hose fittings, push-in pneumatic fittings, quick couplers |
| Certifications | ISO 9001:2015 | RoHS-compliant materials on request |
Polyurethane resists scuffing, dragging, and kinking on the shop floor, giving long service life for working air-tool lines.
Recoil (spiral) hose stretches out for use and springs back to keep the workspace clear and trip-free — ideal for air tools and benches.
Heavier-walled and rated up to 25 kg/cm², suiting working air-tool pressures, not just fine control lines.
PU, nylon, PE, PVC, and PTFE so the hose can be matched to pressure, temperature, flexibility, and chemical demands.
Blue, yellow, red, and black hose lets each line and tool circuit be identified at a glance for easy installation and maintenance.
Supplied plain or pre-fitted with push-on, push-in, or quick-coupler ends for a complete, ready-to-use air-hose assembly.
| Industry | Typical Use | Why PU Hose |
|---|---|---|
| Workshops & Garages | Air-tool & impact-wrench lines | Recoil hose; tough & flexible |
| Factory Automation | Working air to tools & jigs | Higher pressure; abrasion resistant |
| Assembly Lines | Air screwdrivers, blow guns | Recoil keeps benches clear |
| Spray Painting | Air & fluid supply to guns | Flexible; PU / PTFE options |
| Construction | Air tools & nailers | Durable on rough sites |
| Material Handling | Pneumatic equipment lines | Kink-resistant routing |
| Agriculture | Sprayers & air lines | Weather & abrasion resistant |
| Food & Chemical | Wash & fluid transfer lines | PE / PVC / PTFE materials |
Q1. What is PU hose?
PU hose is flexible polyurethane pneumatic hose used to carry compressed air and low-pressure fluids to tools, cylinders, and automation. Polyurethane gives excellent abrasion resistance, flexibility, and shape memory, so the hose stands up to shop-floor use. It comes straight or as self-recoiling (spiral) hose and connects with push-on or push-in fittings.
Q2. What is the difference between PU hose and PU pipe?
PU hose is heavier-walled, tougher, and higher-rated (up to 25 kg/cm²) for working air-tool and fluid lines, and is available as recoil/spiral hose. PU pipe (tube) is lighter and fine-bored, rated to about 10 kg/cm², for control and signal air lines on instruments and automation. See our PU pipe page for the lighter tube.
Q3. What is recoil (spiral) hose?
Recoil hose is PU hose formed into a coiled spring shape that stretches out for use and automatically retracts when released. It keeps the work area clear and trip-free, making it popular for air tools at benches and on machines. It is available in a range of bores, colours, and extended lengths.
Q4. What sizes and pressure rating are available?
PU hose is available from 5 mm to 12.5 mm, rated up to 25 kg/cm² (about 25 bar) depending on material and size, with an operating temperature of −10°C to 90°C for standard materials (PTFE handles higher temperatures).
Q5. What materials is the hose available in?
Polyurethane (PU), nylon (polyamide), polyethylene (PE), PVC, and PTFE. PU is the most abrasion-resistant and flexible for air tools and recoil hose; nylon handles higher pressures; PE and PVC are economical for low-pressure fluid lines; PTFE suits aggressive chemicals and high temperatures.
Q6. How is PU hose connected?
With push-on hose fittings (pushed onto a barbed stem), push-in pneumatic fittings, or quick couplers. The hose can be supplied plain or pre-fitted with ends for a ready-to-use assembly. See our push-on hose fittings and PU fittings pages.
Q7. What do the hose colours mean?
Colours (blue, yellow, red, black, natural/clear) are used for line identification — separating air supply, tool circuits, or fluids. There is no fixed industry standard, so colours are assigned to suit the workplace; consistent coding speeds installation and troubleshooting.
Q8. Can PU hose be used for fluids and water?
Yes. While PU and nylon are most common for compressed air, PE and PVC are widely used for low-pressure water and fluid lines, and PTFE for aggressive chemicals and high temperatures. Always select the material for the medium, pressure, and temperature of the line.