Is the Silicone 45° Elbow E45, Blue, Polyester-Reinforced suitable for use with oils, fuels, or high oil-content air?

No — Silicone 45° Elbow E45, Blue, Polyester-Reinforced is not suitable for use with oils, fuels, or air with high oil content. It is designed for water, coolant, clean air, or air with minimal oil mist. For applications involving oils, fuels, or higher oil content, use the specialized version with a fluorosilicone inner layer to ensure proper chemical resistance and long-term reliability.

Can Silicone 45° Elbow E45, Blue, Polyester-Reinforced withstand repeated high-temperature thermal cycling in engine bay applications?

Yes — Silicone 45° Elbow E45, Blue, Polyester-Reinforced can withstand repeated high-temperature thermal cycling in engine bay applications. It is made of high-quality silicone rubber reinforced with polyester, meets SAE J20R1 standards, and is rated for continuous service from -50°C to +180°C, which covers typical engine bay temperature excursions. Its construction gives good durability and a pressure safety factor of 3:1 across working pressures (1.5–8.33 bar depending on diameter). Limitations: avoid prolonged exposure to oils, fuels, or high oil-mist environments unless you choose the fluorosilicone‑lined version recommended for improved oil/fuel resistance. For extreme or atypical chemical exposure, higher temperatures than +180°C, or very aggressive cycling beyond standard engine conditions, verify system-specific requirements or select the specialized variant.

Silicone 45° Elbow E45, Blue, Polyester-Reinforced

Additional information

Material	VMQ – silicone
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	180
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-50
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	50

The 45° silicone elbow reinforced with durable polyester is a reliable solution designed for use in vehicle cooling and heating systems, ensuring efficient flow of water, coolant, clean air, or air containing minimal oil mist. For applications involving oils, fuels, or higher oil content, a specialized version with a fluorosilicone inner layer is recommended to guarantee maximum resistance. With a standard arm length of 100 mm and additional options of 152 mm or 250 mm, this hose offers flexibility to suit various installation needs. Manufactured from high-quality silicone rubber with polyester reinforcement, it provides excellent durability, meeting SAE J20R1 standards and ensuring a pressure safety factor of 3:1. The hose operates safely within a working pressure range of 1.5 to 8.33 bar, depending on diameter, and withstands extreme temperatures from -50°C up to +180°C. Featuring a hardness of approximately 65° Shore (A) and a density of 1.26 g/cm³, it combines strength with adaptability. The distinctive blue outer layer not only enhances its professional appearance but also reflects the premium quality of the product, making it an ideal choice for demanding automotive and industrial applications where reliability and performance are key.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	Nominal inner diameter	Working pressure [bar]
VP-E45-010	45° silicone elbow 10 mm	10	8.12
VP-E45-010-X	45° silicone elbow 10 mm	10	8.12
VP-E45-013	45° silicone elbow 12.7 mm	12	7.53
VP-E45-016	45° silicone elbow 16 mm	16	7.33
VP-E45-019	45° silicone elbow 19 mm	20	6.6
VP-E45-022	45° silicone elbow 22 mm	22	6.07
VP-E45-025	45° silicone elbow 25 mm	25	5.8
VP-E45-025-X	45° silicone elbow 25 mm	25	5.8
VP-E45-028	45° silicone elbow 28 mm	28	5.67
VP-E45-032	45° silicone elbow 32 mm	32	5.3
VP-E45-032-X	45° silicone elbow 32 mm	32	5.3
VP-E45-035	45° silicone elbow 35 mm	35	5.13
VP-E45-038	45° silicone elbow 38 mm	38	5
VP-E45-048	45° silicone elbow 48 mm	50	3.33
VP-E45-051	45° silicone elbow 50.8 mm	50	3.67
VP-E45-054	45° silicone elbow 54 mm	55	3.07
VP-E45-057	45° silicone elbow 57 mm	60	3
VP-E45-063	45° silicone elbow 63 mm	65	2.33
VP-E45-070	45° silicone elbow 70 mm	70	2.17
VP-E45-076	45° silicone elbow 76 mm	75	2
VP-E45-080	45° silicone elbow 80 mm	80	1.83
VP-E45-089-X	45° silicone elbow 89 mm	90	1.5

The 45° silicone elbow reinforced with durable polyester is a reliable solution designed for use in vehicle cooling and heating systems, ensuring efficient flow of water, coolant, clean air, or air containing minimal oil mist. For applications involving oils, fuels, or higher oil content, a specialized version with a fluorosilicone inner layer is recommended to guarantee maximum resistance. With a standard arm length of 100 mm and additional options of 152 mm or 250 mm, this hose offers flexibility to suit various installation needs. Manufactured from high-quality silicone rubber with polyester reinforcement, it provides excellent durability, meeting SAE J20R1 standards and ensuring a pressure safety factor of 3:1. The hose operates safely within a working pressure range of 1.5 to 8.33 bar, depending on diameter, and withstands extreme temperatures from -50°C up to +180°C. Featuring a hardness of approximately 65° Shore (A) and a density of 1.26 g/cm³, it combines strength with adaptability. The distinctive blue outer layer not only enhances its professional appearance but also reflects the premium quality of the product, making it an ideal choice for demanding automotive and industrial applications where reliability and performance are key.