86Z26 - ESAB 1/8 Inch Reinforced Rubber Hose - 2.2 Feet

Precision Industrial Replacement Hose

The ESAB 86Z26 Single Rubber Hose is a specialized component designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial welding and cutting environments. Engineered as a direct replacement part, this hose ensures that your ESAB equipment maintains its original performance specifications and safety standards. In the realm of industrial maintenance, using genuine OEM parts is critical for ensuring system integrity, and this hose is manufactured to the exact tolerances required by ESAB machinery.

Constructed from high-grade reinforced rubber, the 86Z26 offers superior resistance to the wear and tear common in heavy-duty workshops. Unlike standard vinyl or unreinforced tubing, this rubber hose is designed to withstand internal pressure fluctuations while maintaining flexibility. The reinforcement layer provides structural stability, preventing expansion or bursting under load, while the rubber exterior offers resistance to abrasion, heat, and incidental contact with sparks or hot surfaces. This makes it an ideal choice for critical fluid or gas transfer lines within welding systems.

The hose features a precise 1/8-inch inner diameter (ID), a specific size often used for pilot lines, shielding gas delivery in compact torches, or internal water cooling loops. Maintaining the correct ID is essential for ensuring proper flow rates; a hose that is too large or too small can disrupt the delicate balance of gas coverage or cooling efficiency, leading to suboptimal weld quality or equipment overheating. With a length of 2.2 feet, this pre-cut assembly is ready for immediate installation, saving maintenance teams the time and effort of measuring, cutting, and crimping bulk hose stock.

Reliability is paramount in MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations). The ESAB 86Z26 minimizes downtime by providing a plug-and-play solution for damaged or aged hoses. Whether used as a jumper line, a whip lead, or an internal machine connection, its robust construction ensures a long service life, reducing the frequency of maintenance intervals and the total cost of ownership for your welding assets.