LM4 | BFM® Fitting
Superior to traditional hose clamped canvas/cloth/rubber connectors
The LM4 fitting is a woven polyester connector.
Use the LM4 for applications in explosion hazard areas and higher temperature environments (up to 130˚C/266˚F). It is Atex Compliant: IBExU tested. (A copy of the certification is available on request from BFM® Fitting).
Physical Properties
Fibre: 100% Polyester
Colour: White
Construction/Finish: Multi-filament plain weave, calendered
Weight: 393 g/m2 11.6 oz/yd2
Max. Operating Temp: 130˚C / 266˚F
Max. Surge Temp: 150˚C / 302˚F
Low Temp/Flexibility: Good
Surface Resistivity (Ohms) (Test Standard ASTM D-257): 109
Minimum Tensile Strength measured as a force over a 25mm wide Ravel Strip (Test Standard: ASTM 5034): Fabric Warp 293) kgf/25mm, Weft 230) kgf/25mm
Air Permeability: (cm3/cm2 /sec@125Pa) 0.4, (ft3/ft2 /min@0.5” wg) 0.8, (cm3/cm2 /sec@200Pa) 0.5, (ft3/ft2 /min@0.8” wg) 1.1
Key Features/Uses
- Used for higher temperature environments (up to 130°C / 266°F)
Available Sizes
Diameters: Ø100mm (4"), Ø125mm (5"), Ø150mm (6") through to Ø1,650mm (65") in 50mm (2") increments
Lengths: 80mm (3"), 100mm (4") then in 50mm (2") increments up to 1,500mm (4ft 11")
Complies With
Directives 1935/2004 and 10/2011 and FDA CFR21, part 177.2800.
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