Continental Contitech 20013343 Food Beverage Hose 3in Id

Product Description

The CONTINENTAL CONTITECH 20013343 is a clear PVC food and beverage transfer hose rated for sanitary fluid handling in commercial and industrial applications. It measures 3 inches inside diameter, 3.58 inches outside diameter, and ships in a 100-foot length. The hose handles working pressures up to 35 psi and a vacuum rating of 29 InHg, making it suitable for both pressure and suction transfer lines. The clear PVC construction allows visual monitoring of flow and product condition during operation. Compliant with 3A, FDA, and NSF-61 standards, this hose is built for direct-contact food and beverage service where regulatory compliance is required.

This hose is intended for use in food processing facilities, beverage production lines, breweries, wineries, and dairy operations where sanitary transfer of liquids is required. The 7-inch minimum bend radius and flexible PVC body allow routing through tight equipment layouts. Operating temperature range spans -15 degrees F to 158 degrees F, covering typical refrigerated and hot-process transfer conditions. Installation is performed by plumbing and industrial piping professionals familiar with sanitary hose assemblies and applicable food-safety codes.

Key Features

• Clear PVC construction allows visual flow monitoring without disconnecting the line
• 35 psi maximum working pressure with 29 InHg vacuum rating supports both push and suction transfer
• 3A, FDA, and NSF-61 compliant for direct food and beverage contact service
• Wide temperature range from -15 degrees F to 158 degrees F suits refrigerated and warm-process lines
• 7-inch minimum bend radius provides routing flexibility in tight installations
• 100-foot length reduces field splicing in long transfer runs

Compatibility

Designed for sanitary pressure and suction transfer service in food, beverage, dairy, and similar regulated fluid-handling systems requiring 3A, FDA, and NSF-61 compliant hose assemblies.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified industrial piping technician familiar with sanitary hose systems and applicable food-safety regulations. Shut down and depressurize the system completely before disconnecting or replacing any hose segment. Verify that all end fittings, clamps, and couplings are rated for the same working pressure and are approved for food-contact service. Avoid kinking the hose below the 7-inch minimum bend radius, as sustained kinking can cause premature wall failure and restrict flow.