Some manufacturers may measure to the centerline (R2) of the curved portion.
DefinitionsĪccording to the NAHAD Hose Safety Institute Handbook for the Design and Specification of Hose Assemblies, here are some key definitions: Let’s take a minute to review the differences between static and dynamic MBR’s and when they should (or should not) be used. Additionally, while most hose constructions list a single MBR, corrugated metal hose lists two: a static and a dynamic MBR.
While most everyone understands that this is the smallest radius to which a hose can be bent, the method of measuring this radius is often misunderstood. Dynamic Bend Radius and When to Use Each By: Frank Caprio | On: June 30, 2021Īn important measure of hose flexibility is the Minimum Bend Radius (MBR).
