Purpose - In applications where excessive flexing of the hose at the end fittings occurs, it is sometimes necessary to 'stiffen the hose in this area, to prevent kinking.
Design - A layer of rubber is applied and vulcanised directly to the ferrule and 300mm along the hose from the fitting. This can be done either on an SS braided hose (RC-300) or on a rubber covered hose as a 300mm long double layer of rubber at the end (DRC-300). The rubber used is normally Black EPDM but if the hose is FP or SI covered, then the same type and color of rubber would be used (DFP-300 or (DSI-300).
Limitations - Cannot be applied to PB or KYB braided hose. If required consult Aflex Hose for an alternative "EPR" system (EPR includes a 300mm length of loose rubber hose jubilee clipped to the ferrule.
