Flexi-Connector | BFM® Fitting
Superior to traditional hose clamped canvas/cloth/rubber connectors
The Flexi-Connector is an ether-based polyurethane connector with a 316 stainless steel wire coil.
Use theBFM® Flexi-Connector for bag feeders, filling heads, or bulk bag fillers. It is CIP safe, very flexible & lightweight, has a tight bend radius and high mechanical strength, and exhibits excellent microbial resistance and hydrolytic stability.
Physical Properties
Surface Finish: Gloss/Gloss
Wall Thickness: (Ø100 – 200mm) 0.60mm (Ø6 - 8”) 1/32“ (Ø250 – 300mm Dia) 0.70mm (Ø10 - 12“) 1/32“
Tensile Strength (MPa): 34
Temp Range: -20 to 85˚C, -4 to 185˚F
Tear Strength (N/mm): 96
Wire Coil Diameter: 2.6mm / 7/64“
Wire Coil Position: 50mm / 2“ from cuff
Compression Ratio of Coil Section (Approx.): 3:1
Permeability: 0
Key Features/Uses
- Very lightweight and flexible, CIP safe
- Used for bag feeders, filling heads or bulk bag fillers
- Alternative option: Seeflex 040E with rings
Available Sizes
Diameters: Ø100mm (4") to Ø300mm (12") in 50mm (2") increments
Lengths: 200mm (8") up to 4,000mm (13ft 1½") in 50mm (2") increments
Complies With
FDA 21 CFR 177.1680, 175.105 (adhesives) & 177.2600, USDA & 3A (20–), (EC) 1935/2004, 2023–2006 & 10/2011
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