Air and Compressed Air Hoses
Industrial hoses for air and compressed air are used for air distribution in workshops, manufacturing facilities, and on construction sites. The range includes general-purpose hoses for industrial air in process systems, specialized hoses for pneumatic tools, and solutions for breathing apparatus – each differing in construction and requirements for safety and operational reliability.
Air hoses are manufactured from rubber compounds based on NBR or EPDM, occasionally from thermoplastic materials, with spiral or braided reinforcement and layers providing resistance to pressure, mechanical stress, and the operating environment. Key selection parameters include working pressure, inner diameter, temperature range, and the specific application – these determine the hose’s suitability for a given installation and its service life.
The Complete Continental Industrial Hose Range
The Continental industrial hose portfolio comprises three independent product lines. Two of them focus primarily on rubber hoses and are geographically referred to as EMEA and AMERICAS. The third pillar is the thermoplastic hose range, formerly known under the Merlett brand.
The full current range, including detailed product descriptions and individual data sheets, is available through the online hose finders:
- Continental Industrial Hoses (EMEA)
- Continental Industrial Hoses (AMERICAS)
- Continental Thermoplastic Hoses (formerly Merlett)
We supply products from all three product lines listed above.
Example Hose Types
The range of air hoses is extensive. To help you navigate it, we have selected a few representative hose types for each of the main applications.
Industrial Air Hoses
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AIR TRIXEntry Level |
Standard pneumatic hose for industrial compressed air systems Tube: SBR, reinforcement: synthetic fibers, cover: SBR Temperature range: −30 °C to +70 °C |
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FRONTIER 200 PSI / 300 PSIEntry Level |
General-purpose air and water hose – economical choice Tube: EPDM, reinforcement: spiral synthetic yarn, cover: EPDM Temperature range: −29 °C to +99 °C |
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VARIFLEX 200 PSI / 300 PSIMid-Range |
General-purpose hose with oil resistance Tube: NBR, reinforcement: spiral synthetic yarn, cover: Chemivic Temperature range: −29 °C to +99 °C |
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ORTACPremium |
General-purpose hose with high abrasion resistance – non-conductive Tube: NBR, reinforcement: spiral synthetic yarn, cover: Carbryn Temperature range: −29 °C to +99 °C |
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TRIX BLAUSTRAHLPremium |
High-pressure electrically conductive compressed air hose – a flexible solution for demanding applications Tube: NBR, reinforcement: synthetic fibers, cover: NBR or CR (depending on diameter) Temperature range: −40 °C to +85 °C |
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GORILLASpecialty |
General-purpose hose for the highest working pressure – non-conductive and flame-resistant Tube: NBR, reinforcement: spiral Flexten yarn, cover: Carbryn Temperature range: −40 °C to +99 °C |
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Pneumatic Tool Hoses
| Designation | Description | Preview |
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INSTA-GRIP 250Entry Level |
250 PSI push-on hose – easy installation without clamps, oil-resistant, non-conductive Tube: NBR, reinforcement: spiral aramid yarn, cover: Chemivic Temperature range: −29 °C to +99 °C |
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INSTA-GRIP 300Mid-Range |
300 PSI push-on hose – resistant to oil and abrasion, self-extinguishing Tube: NBR, reinforcement: braided synthetic yarn, cover: Chemivic Temperature range: −40 °C to +99 °C |
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INSTA-GRIP TCSpecialty |
300 PSI push-on hose – textile braided cover for automotive and robotics applications Tube: NBR, reinforcement: braided synthetic yarn, cover: moisture and oil-resistant textile braid Temperature range: −40 °C to +99 °C |
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Breathing Apparatus Hoses
| Designation | Description | Preview |
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TRIX ATEMLUFTSCHLAUCHSpecialty |
Specialty hose for air supply in industrial respiratory protection systems Tube: EPDM, reinforcement: synthetic fibers, cover: EPDM Temperature range: −30 °C to +100 °C (short-term up to +120 °C) |
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CONTI ATEMLUFTSCHLAUCH PLUSSpecialty |
Specialty hose for breathing apparatus and light diving equipment Tube: NR, reinforcement: synthetic fibers, cover: CR Temperature range: – |
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Typical Applications
Air hoses are used wherever compressed air under pressure needs to be reliably distributed – from simple workshop lines to demanding industrial operating conditions.
In industrial facilities and production halls, they form part of fixed and flexible compressed air distribution systems supplying machinery, pneumatic actuators, and automated equipment. On construction sites, in quarries, and in the mining industry, they are used to power pneumatic tools such as jackhammers, drills, and clamping devices, where resistance to mechanical damage and harsh environmental conditions is critical. For breathing apparatus and SCBA systems, specialized hoses are available for use by divers, rescue workers, and personnel operating in environments with limited air access.
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Hose Manufacturer Profile
Continental ContiTech is a global technology company focused on the development and manufacture of industrial solutions for power transmission, material handling, and other key areas of modern industry. It is an important partner across a wide range of industrial sectors – from the automotive industry and rail vehicles to aviation and industrial machinery.
The portfolio also includes a range of thermoplastic hoses, formerly known under the traditional Italian Merlett brand, which has been part of Continental since 2019.
ContiTech is a part of the Continental AG group, which, with dozens of production sites and tens of thousands of employees worldwide, ranks among the largest European industrial companies.
We are an authorized distributor and a preferred partner of Continental ContiTech Industrial Solutions within the Partner of Choice program.