How much more compact are Insulon® vacuum jacketed hoses?

For a given inner diameter, Insulon® vacuum jacketed hoses typically have a smaller outer diameter than other vacuum jacketed hoses. Insulon® hoses are based on proprietary vacuum insulation and multi-layer insulation technology, which has a range of benefits — including a more compact design.

This compact design also makes Insulon® hoses lighter and more flexible. In addition to improving ergonomics and handling, Insulon’s compact packaging consumes less space in complex manufacturing environments. Logistically, the compact design has the added bonus of reducing shipping costs and inventory storage requirements.

Option to include multi-layer insulation (MLI)

Adding multi-layer insulation to your Insulon® hose assembly offers the maximum thermal insulation performance, while assemblies without MLI provide the sleekest and most compact options.

MLI reduces heat transfer by reflecting radiation away from the protected media. Unlike convection and conduction, radiation is a unique type of heat transfer that is capable of passing through vacuum spaces. For continuous applications where liquid nitrogen or other cryogens are constantly flowing, adding MLI to your Insulon® hose assembly can help maximize thermal efficiency. Very high temperature applications can also benefit from the addition of MLI.

Intermittent applications, such as cryogenic dispensing, can benefit from Insulon® hose assemblies without MLI. Excluding MLI helps minimize the outer diameter, improving ergonomics, weight, and flexibility. Many applications at less extreme temperatures can also benefit from the lower cost, non-MLI option.

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