SS Flexible Hose Pipe Manufacturer in India — Stainless Steel Braided & Corrugated Hose
High-quality SS flexible hose pipe and SS braided hose manufactured to EN ISO 10380 standard. Annular corrugated construction in AISI 304, AISI 321, and AISI 316L. Bore sizes 6 mm to 150 mm · Working pressure up to 440 bar (6 mm) · Single and double braid options. Manufactured in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan by Vardhman Hydraulic Hoses Pvt. Ltd. (Flexihose India) — factory-direct supply across India and GCC export.
What Is SS Flexible Hose Pipe?
An SS flexible hose pipe — also called a stainless steel flexible hose, SS braided hose, or flexible SS hose — is a metal hose assembly consisting of an annular corrugated stainless steel inner tube with an external stainless steel wire braid. The corrugated construction provides flexibility and vibration absorption while the braid provides pressure resistance and mechanical protection. Flexihose India manufactures SS flexible hose pipe to the EN ISO 10380 standard using AISI 304, AISI 321, and AISI 316L stainless steel grades.
The SS corrugated hose is manufactured from longitudinally welded stainless steel tubes that are mechanically corrugated. The corrugation pattern is annular — providing uniform flexibility in all directions. External braiding in AISI 304 or AISI 316L wire is applied over the corrugated tube to provide pressure resistance and protect the corrugations from mechanical damage. Hoses can be supplied with or without external braiding depending on the application pressure and mechanical protection requirements.
Flexihose India manufactures SS flexible hose pipe at our ISO 9001:2015 certified plant in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan — approximately 60 km from Delhi. We supply factory-direct to oil and gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing, HVAC, and industrial plant buyers across India and export to the GCC. Bore sizes range from 6 mm to 150 mm with working pressures from 15 bar (150 mm bore) to 440 bar (6 mm bore) depending on braid configuration.
SS Flexible Hose Pipe — Types & Configurations
Flexihose SS hose is available in four main configurations — select based on your pressure requirement, temperature range, and mechanical protection needs.
Annular corrugated SS hose without external braid. Maximum flexibility and minimum weight. Suitable for low-pressure gas, steam, and fluid transfer where mechanical protection is not required.
Annular corrugated SS hose with a single layer of stainless steel wire braid. The most widely used configuration — suitable for medium-pressure hydraulic, steam, gas, and chemical applications across industrial and oil & gas sectors.
Annular corrugated SS hose with two layers of stainless steel wire braid for higher working pressure. Specified for high-pressure hydraulic circuits, steam lines, and critical process piping where single braid pressure ratings are insufficient.
PTFE (Teflon) inner tube with stainless steel wire braid outer. Suitable for aggressive chemicals, solvents, and high-purity process fluids where stainless steel corrugated hose is not chemically compatible.
SS Flexible Hose Pipe — Full Technical Specification Table
Complete dimensional and pressure data for Flexihose SS corrugated hose with single wire braid — bore sizes 6 mm to 150 mm per EN ISO 10380. Working pressure and burst pressure vary by bore size as shown below.
| Size (mm) | O.D. (mm) | Corrugations / mtr | Wire Braiding Thickness (mm) | No. of Wires | Braid Coverage (%) | Bend Radius S (mm) | Bend Radius F (mm) | Working Pressure (bar) | Test Pressure (bar) | Bursting Pressure (bar) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 9.5 | 480 | 0.25 | 6 | 97.10 | 25 | 85 | 110 | 170 | 440 |
| 8 | 12.1 | 440 | 0.25 | 7 | 95.20 | 32 | 135 | 100 | 150 | 400 |
| 10 | 14.2 | 380 | 0.25 | 8 | 96.30 | 38 | 145 | 90 | 130 | 360 |
| 12 | 16.7 | 305 | 0.25 | 9 | 95.00 | 45 | 145 | 80 | 120 | 320 |
| 16 | 21.4 | 275 | 0.30 | 11 | 97.20 | 55 | 165 | 70 | 105 | 280 |
| 20 | 26.3 | 272 | 0.30 | 10 | 95.50 | 65 | 175 | 60 | 95 | 240 |
| 25 | 32.4 | 294 | 0.30 | 7 | 94.60 | 80 | 205 | 45 | 75 | 180 |
| 32 | 41.1 | 273 | 0.35 | 8 | 93.10 | 100 | 265 | 40 | 60 | 160 |
| 40 | 49.2 | 140 | 0.35 | 9 | 92.00 | 130 | 305 | 35 | 50 | 140 |
| 50 | 63.4 | 110 | 0.40 | 10 | 95.20 | 160 | 325 | 30 | 45 | 120 |
| 65 | 80.5 | 107 | 0.40 | 10 | 94.50 | 180 | 420 | 24 | 35 | 96 |
| 80 | 94.8 | 92 | 0.40 | 10 | 93.40 | 200 | 450 | 18 | 25 | 72 |
| 100 | 116.4 | 85 | 0.50 | 10 | 91.00 | 280 | 560 | 16 | 22 | 64 |
| 125 | 150 | 72.5 | 0.50 | 10 | 88.20 | 320 | 730 | 14 | 20 | 56 |
| 150 | 172 | 69.5 | 0.50 | 12 | 87.00 | 380 | 820 | 10 | 15 | 40 |
Construction: Annular corrugated stainless steel inner tube (AISI 304, AISI 321, or AISI 316L) · Single stainless steel wire braid (AISI 304 or AISI 316L) · Manufactured to EN ISO 10380 standard · Bend Radius S = static installation · Bend Radius F = dynamic/flexible service · Double braid configurations available on request for higher working pressures · Also referred to as SS flexible hose pipe, flexible SS hose, SS braided hose, or SS corrugated hose in the Indian market.
How to Select the Right SS Flexible Hose Pipe — Procurement Guide
A practical step-by-step guide for procurement managers, plant engineers, and project buyers selecting SS flexible hose pipe for industrial, oil & gas, and process applications.
Select the SS Grade
AISI 304 is the standard grade — suitable for most industrial, HVAC, and general process applications. AISI 316L is specified for corrosive environments, marine service, chloride-containing media, and chemical process applications where 304 is susceptible to pitting corrosion. AISI 321 is used for high-temperature applications where sensitisation of 304 is a concern. Confirm the media and operating environment before specifying the grade.
Determine Braid Configuration
Unbraided corrugated hose is suitable for low-pressure gas and steam applications where mechanical protection is not required. Single braid (the most common configuration) covers working pressures from 10 bar (150 mm bore) to 110 bar (6 mm bore). Double braid is specified when single braid working pressure is insufficient. For very high pressures, confirm the required working pressure against the bore size before ordering.
Select Bore Size by Flow Rate
SS flexible hose pipe is available from 6 mm to 150 mm bore. Select bore size based on your required flow rate and acceptable pressure drop — not just the pipe size at the connection point. Undersizing bore increases velocity, pressure drop, and erosion. For steam and gas applications, velocity limits are more critical than for liquid applications. Our technical team can assist with bore selection on request.
Specify Static or Dynamic Service
The specification table lists two bend radii: Bend Radius S (static installation — hose is bent once during installation and remains fixed) and Bend Radius F (dynamic/flexible service — hose flexes repeatedly in operation). Always use the correct bend radius for your application. Exceeding the minimum bend radius causes fatigue failure of the corrugations. For vibration absorption and thermal expansion compensation, use the dynamic (F) bend radius.
Specify End Connections
SS flexible hose pipe is typically supplied with end fittings — BSP, NPT, flanged (ANSI/DIN), or camlock — welded or crimped to the hose ends. Specify the end connection type, size, and material (SS 304 or SS 316L) when ordering. For high-temperature steam and process applications, welded end fittings are preferred over crimped. For hydraulic and instrumentation applications, compression or swaged fittings are standard.
Send the Full RFQ Details
For fastest quoting, WhatsApp: bore size (mm), hose length, SS grade (304/316L/321), braid configuration (unbraided/single/double), working pressure, media, temperature, end connection type and size, quantity, and delivery city. We respond within a few hours with a factory-direct price and lead time.
SS Flexible Hose Pipe — Construction & Materials
Layer-by-layer construction of Flexihose SS corrugated hose — what each component does and why it matters for reliability in high-temperature, high-pressure, and corrosive service.
Annular Corrugated SS Inner Tube
The inner tube is manufactured from longitudinally welded stainless steel strip (AISI 304, AISI 321, or AISI 316L) that is mechanically corrugated into an annular profile. The annular corrugation provides uniform flexibility in all directions — unlike helical corrugation which has directional stiffness. The corrugated tube is the primary pressure-containing element and the source of the hose's flexibility and vibration absorption capability.
Stainless Steel Wire Braid
The external braid is woven from stainless steel wire (AISI 304 or AISI 316L) over the corrugated tube. The braid provides pressure resistance — it carries the hoop stress generated by internal pressure, allowing the corrugated tube to operate at working pressures far above its unbraided rating. Braid coverage of 87–97% ensures consistent pressure resistance across the full bore range. Double braid configurations are available for higher working pressures.
EN ISO 10380 Compliance
Flexihose SS flexible hose pipe is manufactured to EN ISO 10380 — the international standard for corrugated metallic hose assemblies. This standard specifies dimensional requirements, pressure ratings, bend radii, and test methods for corrugated metallic hoses. EN ISO 10380 compliance ensures the hose meets internationally accepted performance requirements for industrial, oil & gas, and process plant applications — and is accepted in GCC procurement specifications.
In-House Testing & Certification
Every production batch is tested at our Bhiwadi in-house laboratory with NABL-calibrated equipment: hydrostatic pressure test at 1.5× working pressure, burst pressure test, dimensional checks, and braid coverage verification. Test certificates with actual measured values are issued as standard with every order — not templated data. Useful for tender submissions, plant commissioning documentation, and GCC export requirements.
SS Flexible Hose vs Rubber Hose vs PTFE Hose — Which to Choose?
A practical comparison to help procurement managers and plant engineers select the correct flexible hose type for their application.
| Parameter | SS Flexible Hose Pipe | Rubber Hydraulic Hose | PTFE / Teflon Hose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inner Tube Material | AISI 304 / 316L / 321 SS | NBR / EPDM / SBR rubber | PTFE (Teflon) liner |
| Temperature Range | −200°C to +700°C | −40°C to +100°C (NBR) | −60°C to +260°C |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent (316L for corrosives) | Limited to compatible fluids | Exceptional (universal) |
| Max Working Pressure | Up to 110 bar (6 mm bore, single braid) | Up to 420 bar (4SP/4SH spiral) | Up to 350 bar (small bore) |
| Flexibility | Good (annular corrugation) | Excellent | Good |
| Typical Use | Steam, gas, chemical, HVAC, oil & gas | Hydraulic circuits, industrial machinery | Aggressive chemicals, high-purity process |
| Standard | EN ISO 10380 | SAE J517 / EN 856 | SAE 100 R14 |
SS flexible hose pipe is the correct choice when the application involves high temperatures (above +100°C), steam, corrosive media, or where rubber hose is not chemically compatible. For hydraulic circuits at ambient temperature with petroleum-based fluids, rubber hydraulic hose (R1/R2/4SP) is more cost-effective. Not sure? WhatsApp your media, temperature, and pressure to +91 8094002348 for a recommendation.
SS Flexible Hose Pipe — Applications & Industries
Typical use environments for Flexihose SS braided hose and SS corrugated hose across oil & gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, HVAC, and industrial markets in India and the GCC.
Oil & Gas — Upstream & Downstream
SS flexible hose pipe for wellhead connections, process skid piping, steam injection lines, and instrumentation connections in refineries, petrochemical plants, and offshore platforms across India and the GCC.
Steam Lines & Boiler Connections
High-temperature SS corrugated hose for steam supply and return lines, boiler connections, and heat exchanger piping where rubber hose cannot withstand the operating temperature.
Chemical & Pharmaceutical Plants
AISI 316L SS flexible hose for corrosive chemical transfer, acid and alkali lines, and high-purity pharmaceutical process piping where stainless steel grade selection is critical for media compatibility.
HVAC & Building Services
SS braided hose for flexible connections in HVAC chilled water and hot water systems, pump connections, and expansion joints in commercial and industrial building services installations.
Food & Beverage Processing
AISI 316L SS flexible hose for food-grade fluid transfer, CIP (clean-in-place) lines, and hygienic process connections in food and beverage manufacturing plants.
Vibration Absorption & Thermal Expansion
SS corrugated hose for vibration isolation between pumps and rigid pipework, and for thermal expansion compensation in high-temperature process piping systems across industrial plants.
Why Buy SS Flexible Hose Pipe from Flexihose India?
What plant engineers, procurement managers, EPC contractors, and industrial buyers value when sourcing SS flexible hose pipe directly from the manufacturer.
EN ISO 10380 Compliant — Internationally Accepted
Our SS flexible hose pipe is manufactured to EN ISO 10380 — the international standard for corrugated metallic hose assemblies. Accepted in Indian and GCC procurement specifications. Test certificates with actual measured values issued as standard with every order.
Three SS Grades — AISI 304, 321, 316L
We stock and manufacture in AISI 304 (standard), AISI 321 (high-temperature), and AISI 316L (corrosion-resistant) grades. Correct grade selection for your media and temperature is confirmed by our technical team before order — not left to guesswork.
Factory-Direct — No Middlemen
You deal directly with the manufacturer. Factory-direct pricing means significant cost savings on bulk and project orders versus trading company sources. Our technical team provides accurate specification support — bore size, grade, braid configuration, and end fitting selection.
45+ Years of Manufacturing Experience
Vardhman Hydraulic Hoses Pvt. Ltd. has been manufacturing flexible hoses since 1980. Our SS flexible hose pipe is trusted by oil & gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, and industrial plant buyers across India and the GCC.
Custom Lengths & End Fittings
Cut lengths, coil reels, and complete hose assemblies with welded or crimped end fittings — BSP, NPT, flanged (ANSI/DIN), or camlock — all available. Custom bore sizes and non-standard configurations on request. Share your drawing or specification via WhatsApp for a fast turnaround quote.
Export-Ready Documentation
For GCC buyers: commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, material test certificates (MTCs), and EN ISO 10380 compliance certificates as standard. Sea freight to Dubai approximately 10–12 days, Jeddah/Muscat approximately 14–18 days from Bhiwadi. Export enquiries: mktg@flexihoseindia.com or +91 9251554066.
Pan-India SS Flexible Hose Pipe Supply & Distribution
Factory-direct SS flexible hose pipe dispatch from Bhiwadi, Rajasthan for plant engineers, EPC contractors, OEM buyers, and industrial distributors across India.
Our plant is located in the RIICO Industrial Area, Bhiwadi, Rajasthan — approximately 60 km from Delhi. This gives Flexihose strong freight access to North India and efficient road connectivity for oil & gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, and industrial buyers nationwide.
For RFQs, share the bore size, SS grade, braid configuration, hose length, end fitting type, working pressure, media, and destination city. We confirm availability, lead time, and pricing within a few hours.
| City / Region | Transit Time | Key Industries |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi NCR | 1–2 days | Oil & gas, chemical, HVAC, industrial |
| Jaipur & Rajasthan | Same/next day | Chemical, mining, industrial plants |
| Ludhiana & Chandigarh | 1–2 days | Pharma, food processing, industrial |
| Ahmedabad / Vadodara / Surat | 2–3 days | Chemical, pharma, textile, refinery |
| Mumbai & Pune | 3–4 days | Refinery, petrochemical, marine, HVAC |
| Chennai & Coimbatore | 4–5 days | Refinery, chemical, food processing |
| Hyderabad & Bengaluru | 4–5 days | Pharma, chemical, infrastructure |
| Kolkata & Bhubaneswar | 4–5 days | Refinery, port equipment, heavy industry |
Need SS flexible hose pipe urgently? WhatsApp your bore size, SS grade, quantity, and city — we confirm stock and dispatch timeline within a few hours. Bulk orders, project supply, and annual rate contracts available.
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Frequently Asked Questions — SS Flexible Hose Pipe
SS flexible hose pipe (also called stainless steel flexible hose, SS braided hose, or flexible SS hose) is a metal hose assembly consisting of an annular corrugated stainless steel inner tube with an external stainless steel wire braid. The corrugated construction provides flexibility and vibration absorption while the braid provides pressure resistance. It is manufactured to EN ISO 10380 standard in AISI 304, AISI 321, and AISI 316L grades. Used in oil and gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, steam, HVAC, and industrial process applications.
SS corrugated hose refers to the corrugated stainless steel inner tube — the core element of the hose. SS braided hose refers to the complete assembly: the corrugated SS inner tube plus one or more layers of stainless steel wire braid applied over the outside. The braid significantly increases the working pressure rating. An unbraided corrugated hose has a much lower working pressure than a braided hose of the same bore size. Most industrial applications use the braided configuration. The terms are sometimes used interchangeably in the Indian market, but technically they refer to different configurations.
AISI 304 is the standard austenitic stainless steel grade — suitable for most industrial, HVAC, steam, and general process applications. AISI 316L contains molybdenum (2–3%) which significantly improves resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-containing environments, seawater, and many corrosive chemical media. Specify AISI 316L for marine service, chemical plants handling chlorides, acids, or corrosive process fluids, and pharmaceutical applications. AISI 321 is a titanium-stabilised grade used for high-temperature applications (above 400°C) where sensitisation of 304 is a concern.
Flexihose SS flexible hose pipe is manufactured to EN ISO 10380 — the international standard for corrugated metallic hose assemblies. This standard specifies dimensional requirements, pressure ratings, bend radii, test methods, and marking requirements for corrugated metallic hoses. EN ISO 10380 is accepted in Indian and GCC procurement specifications for oil and gas, chemical, and industrial plant applications.
Working pressure varies by bore size and braid configuration. For single braid SS flexible hose: 110 bar at 6 mm bore, 100 bar at 8 mm, 90 bar at 10 mm, 80 bar at 12 mm, 70 bar at 16 mm, 60 bar at 20 mm, 45 bar at 25 mm, 40 bar at 32 mm, 35 bar at 40 mm, 30 bar at 50 mm, 24 bar at 65 mm, 18 bar at 80 mm, 16 bar at 100 mm, 14 bar at 125 mm, and 10 bar at 150 mm. Double braid configurations are available for higher working pressures — contact us with your bore size and required working pressure for a recommendation.
SS flexible hose pipe price in India varies by bore size, SS grade (304/316L/321), braid configuration (single/double), hose length, end fitting type, and order quantity. As a direct manufacturer, Flexihose India offers factory-direct pricing without trading margins — significantly lower than distributor or trading company sources. Bulk orders and project supply attract further discounts. WhatsApp +91 8094002348 with your bore size, grade, quantity, and city for a current price quote.
SS flexible hose pipe is supplied with end fittings welded or crimped to the hose ends. Available end connection types include BSP (British Standard Pipe) male and female, NPT (National Pipe Thread), flanged ends (ANSI 150/300 or DIN PN10/16/25/40), and camlock couplings. End fittings are available in AISI 304 or AISI 316L stainless steel. For high-temperature steam and process applications, welded end fittings are preferred. Specify the end connection type, size, and material when ordering.
Yes. Every SS flexible hose pipe order from Flexihose India ships with a test certificate issued from our in-house NABL-calibrated testing laboratory. The certificate includes actual measured values for hydrostatic pressure test, burst pressure, and dimensional checks — not templated data. Material test certificates (MTCs) confirming the SS grade (AISI 304/316L/321) are also available on request. Useful for plant commissioning documentation, tender submissions, and GCC export requirements.
Yes. Flexihose India exports SS flexible hose pipe to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and other GCC markets. All hoses meet EN ISO 10380 standard accepted in GCC procurement. Full export documentation — commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, material test certificates, and EN ISO 10380 compliance certificates — is standard. Sea freight to Dubai is approximately 10–12 days from Bhiwadi. Contact our export team at mktg@flexihoseindia.com or call +91 9251554066.
Flexihose SS flexible hose pipe is manufactured by Vardhman Hydraulic Hoses Pvt. Ltd. at their ISO 9001:2015 certified plant in F-621, Phase-1, RIICO Industrial Area, Bhiwadi, Rajasthan 301019 — approximately 60 km from Delhi. The company has been manufacturing flexible hoses since 1980.