Overview
The Swagelok SS-4BHT-36 is a PTFE-lined, stainless steel braided hose assembly engineered for demanding industrial fluid transfer, chemical handling, and pneumatic systems. This discontinued model features 1/4 inch male stainless steel Swagelok tube adapters with approximately 34.7 inches of live length, making it suitable for point-to-point connections where chemical resistance and pressure integrity are critical.
Key Features
- PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) core provides superior chemical compatibility and non-reactivity
- Stainless steel (316L equivalent) braided reinforcement for corrosion resistance and durability
- 1/4 inch male tube adapter ends for direct connection to Swagelok tube fittings
- Smooth-bore design minimizes turbulence and friction loss in fluid systems
- Compact, lightweight construction at 0.30 lbs for space-constrained installations
- Pressure-tested and factory-certified for reliable performance
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: SS-4BHT-36
- Hose Core Material: PTFE (smooth bore)
- Reinforcement: Stainless Steel Braid
- Tube Size: 1/4 inch
- End Connections: Swagelok Tube Adapters (male)
- Live Length: 34.7 inches (88.1 cm)
- Working Pressure: 275 psig (18.9 bar) maximum
- Temperature Range: 70°F to 400°F (20°C to 204°C)
- Weight: 0.30 lbs
- Status: Discontinued by manufacturer (surplus/remaining stock)
Typical Applications
- Chemical injection and metering lines requiring corrosion-resistant tubing
- Laboratory and analytical instrument tubing
- High-purity fluid transfer in semiconductor and pharmaceutical equipment
- Pneumatic and hydraulic systems with low-temperature tolerance needs
- Steam tracing and thermal management fluid lines (within temperature limits)
- Replacement tubing in existing Swagelok tube fitting installations
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Swagelok 1/4 inch tube fitting systems (male adapter connections)
- Standard industrial hydraulic and pneumatic test equipment
- Chemical feed systems and metering pumps rated to 275 psig
- Laboratory-grade pressure testing and analytical instruments
- Vacuum-rated sample collection systems (below atmospheric pressure limits)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- OEM Swagelok SS-4BHT braided hose assemblies in 36-inch length
- Generic 1/4 inch PTFE braided hose with male NPT or JIC tube end adapters (verify dimensions before substitution)
- Verify compatibility with your system integrator or Swagelok distributor before ordering as a direct replacement
Works With
- Swagelok tube fittings and adapters (tee, elbow, union, cross configurations)
- Parker and Eaton PTFE hose clamps and strain relief systems
- Standard pressure gauges and transducers with 1/4 inch SAE ports
- Fluid sampling and collection manifolds rated to 275 psig
