Elite Layflat Type 2 Fire Hose supplied by Richards Hose
The Elite layflat type 2 fire hose is a general purpose all synthetic layflat delivery hose complying with BS 6391 Type 2 international standards. The hose is a two-component system consisting of a black SBR synthetic rubber inner lining and a synthetic polyester outer jacket, bonded together with NBR-synthetic adhesive. The hose is finally colour coated in a variety of colour options.
Its abrasion resistance properties provide contact resistance to oil, fuel and chemical products along with ozone weather resistance. The two component lining system guarantees a smooth surface and low friction loss for a long service life with minimal maintenance requirements and easy repair.
The Elite type 2 fire hose is characterised by its lightweight, flexible and kink resistant structure produced with very low twist and small coil diameter. It is a multipurpose hose suitable for a wide range of applications.
The Elite type 2 layflat fire hose is principally used by Municipal and Industrial fire brigades. However it is a multipurpose hose also commonly used within the shipboard and marine industry, on refineries and construction sites, in agriculture and irrigation, general industrial use and for all wash-down applications.
Hose Jacket:
The hose jacket is a 100% polyester high tenacity yarn with circular woven, warp threads 2 ply twisted, plain weave.
Hose Lining:
The hose lining and cover is a two-component system consisting of a black SBR synthetic rubber inner lining and a synthetic polyester outer jacket, bonded together with NBR-synthetic adhesive. Resistant to ozone and to external contact with oil products. The lining guarantees a smooth surface and low friction loss.
Hose Lengths:
All standard lengths can be supplied from stock, however RHL specialise in the cutting and assembly of non-standard lengths up to 100 metres long to satisfy customers individual requirements.
Maximum loose hose length is 300 metres and is made to order.
The maximum change in length – 3% The maximum change in diameter – 3%
- The Type 2 layflat Elite fire hose has a working temperature range of -30°C to +80°C
- It Complies with BS 3691 Type 2 (40 bar) International Standards and many others.
- It can be coupled with BS 336 Instantaneous, Storz or all international coupling types wired-in for safety and security, with 1.6mm Stainless Steel wire.

Elite Layflat Type 2 Fire Hose supplied by Richards Hose
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