Continental is recognized worldwide as a leader in the design, manufacture and supply of technically advanced hose, air springs, shock absorbing mounts and specialty belts for the agriculture industry. Continental continues to create new developments for the field by incorporating advanced technology into our products by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. This ensures their products will always meet or exceed the highest specifications, the strictest environmental mandates and perform in the most extreme conditions. Following the crop cycle, Continental has hoses to meet your everyday needs.
Continental Thermoplastic hoses are lightweight, flexible, non-conductive and come in twin-line versions where needed. Plus, every hose comes standard with our new X-Life™ thermoplastic cover technology for enhanced abrasion resistance.
Why You Should Use Continental Thermoplastic Hoses
- Polyurethane or polyester based elastomers are highly resistant to abrasion
- Twin-line constructions available
- Non-conductivity options
- Thermoplastic hoses are flexible and lightweight: 30-50% lighter than conventional rubber hose
- Select products can withstand highly aggressive chemicals
- Reduced bend radii ensures easier routing in restricted or small areas
Product Applications
General Usage
- Machine tools requiring high protection hydraulic lines
- Construction and ag equipment requiring hydraulic lines for general usage
- Ag equipment including ag trailers needing slim hydraulic lines
Lifting Equipment
- Scissor lifts benefit from our hoses’ lightweight, bonded construction
- Hoses designed for cherry pickers & equipment with aerial mounted devices
Mobile Equipment
- High-performance hoses for use on truck tail lifts and lift gates
- Forklift hoses that optimize performance in mast applications
- Loading crane hoses for general hydraulic applications
Connections Made Easy
Continental’s CrimpIQ™ Controller is powered by Conti Fluid Solutions technology, which provides direct access to all crimping features and information. It supports a user-friendly interface to guide new and advanced users through the crimping process quickly and easily.
- 10″ high-resolution touchscreen monitor
- Automatic crimp spec updates
- “Simple crimp” step approach
- Individual user preference settings
- Integrated calipers, either Bluetooth or USB, to automatically send crimp measurements
- Cloud backup
- Dynamic machine maintenance tracking
X-Life™ XR7
Introducing the newly engineered X-Life™ Series! XR7 is a medium-pressure, thermoplastic hydraulic hose. Known for its flexibility and high abrasion resistance, this hose is compatible with petroleum, water, and synthetic-based fluids. Applications include mobile equipment, lube lines, blowout preventers, hydraulic lifts and construction machinery.
X-Life™ XR7 SPECIFICATIONS
- Meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
EN 857 R7
SAE 100R7
ISO3949-R7 - Tube Material
Polyester - Reinforcement
1 or 2 layers, braided synthetic fibers - Cover Material
Polyurethane, pin-pricked (perforated) X-Life™ thermoplastic cover - Temperature Range
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
X-Life™ XTR7
XTR7 is a medium-pressure, twin-line thermoplastic hydraulic hose. Known for its flexibility and high abrasion resistance, this hose is compatible with petroleum, water and synthetic-based fluids. Applications include mobile equipment, lube lines, blowout preventers, hydraulic lifts and construction machinery.
X-Life™ XTR7 SPECIFICATIONS
- Meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
EN 857 R7
SAE 100R7
ISO3949-R7 - Tube Material
Polyester - Reinforcement
1 or 2 layers, braided synthetic fibers - Cover Material
Polyurethane, pin-pricked (perforated) X-Life™ thermoplastic cover - Temperature Range
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
X-Life™ XNR7
The XNR7 is a medium-pressure, thermoplastic hydraulic hose. Known for its non-conductive properties and high abrasion resistance, this hose is compatible with petroleum, water, and synthetic-based fluids. Applications include mobile equipment, lube lines, blowout preventers, hydraulic lifts and construction machinery requiring SAE 100R7 non-conductivity standards.
X-Life™ XNR7 SPECIFICATIONS
- Meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
EN 857 R7
SAE 100R7
ISO3949-R7 - Tube Material
Polyester - Reinforcement
1 or 2 layers, braided synthetic fibers - Cover Material
Polyurethane, non pin-pricked (perforated) X-Life™ thermoplastic cover - Temperature Range
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
X-Life™ XBR7
XBR7 is a medium-pressure, twin-line thermoplastic hydraulic hose. Known for its flexibility and high abrasion resistance, this hose is compatible with petroleum, water and synthetic-based fluids. Applications include mobile equipment, lube lines, blowout preventers, hydraulic lifts and construction machinery.
X-Life™ XBR7 SPECIFICATIONS
- Meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
EN 857 R7
SAE 100R7
ISO3949-R7 - Tube Material
Polyester - Reinforcement
1 or 2 layers, braided synthetic fibers - Cover Material
Polyurethane, non pin-pricked X-Life™ thermoplastic cover - Temperature Range
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
X-Life™ XR8
XR8 is a high-pressure, thermoplastic, hydraulic hose. Applications include petroleum, water and synthetic-based fluids for mobile equipment, lube lines, blowout preventers, hydraulic lifts and construction machinery.
X-Life™ XR8 SPECIFICATIONS
- Meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
EN 855 R8
SAE 100R8
ISO3949-R8 - Tube Material
Polyester - Reinforcement
1 or 2 layers, braided aramid fibers - Cover Material
Polyurethane, pin-pricked X-Life™ thermoplastic cover - Temperature Range
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
X-Life™ XTR8
XTR8 is a high-pressure, twin-line thermoplastic hydraulic hose. It is compatible with petroleum, water and synthetic-based fluids for mobile equipment, lube lines, blowout preventers, hydraulic lifts and construction machinery.
X-Life™ XTR8 SPECIFICATIONS
- Meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
EN 855 R8
SAE 100R8
ISO3949-R8 - Tube Material
Polyester - Reinforcement
1 or 2 layers, braided aramid fibers - Cover Material
Polyurethane, pin-pricked X-Life™ thermoplastic cover - Temperature Range
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
X-Life™ XNR8
XNR8 is a high-pressure, thermoplastic hydraulic hose. It is compatible with petroleum, water, and synthetic-based fluids for mobile equipment, lube lines, blowout preventers, hydraulic lifts and construction machinery requiring SAE 100R8 non-conductivity standards.
X-Life™ XNR8 SPECIFICATIONS
- Meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
EN 855 R8
SAE 100R8
ISO3949-R8 - Tube Material
Polyester - Reinforcement
1 or 2 layers, braided aramid fibers - Cover Material
Polyurethane, non pin-pricked X-Life™ thermoplastic cover - Temperature Range
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
X-Life™ XR18
XR18 is a highly flexible, thermoplastic hydraulic hose even in cold temperatures. It has a compact size with a small OD and a lightweight, yet rugged, construction. Applications for this hose include forklifts, construction equipment, general hydraulic applications, chemical and gas transfer, agricultural equipment, material handling, freezer applications, machine tools and robotics, lubrication equipment and portable hydraulic tools.
X-Life™ XR18 SPECIFICATIONS
- Meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
SAE 100R18
ISO3949-R18 - Tube Material
Polyester - Reinforcement
Braided synthetic fibers Cover Material Polyurethane, non pin-pricked X-Life™ thermoplastic cover - Temperature Range
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
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