If your application requires a tight bend radius, consider using bent couplings, adapters or bend restrictors to relieve stress on the hose.

An elliptical shaped hose burst on the outside of the bend means it was bent too tightly in routing.

In cases where clamping is necessary to properly route hoses, choose high-quality clamps capable of withstanding considerable stress on high-pressure lines. The I.D. of the clamp should be 1/32- inch smaller than the hose O.D. in order to provide a positive, non-abrading clamping action. Anticipate hose expansion and contraction of ±4 percent. Avoid clamping hose to vibrating components. Additionally, never clamp a hose on its bending arc.