Full-Flow Hoses - 3/8" High-Volume
Full-Flow 3/8" High-Volume Hoses
Large-diameter 3/8" charging hoses designed for high-volume refrigerant transfer, recovery machine connections, and applications requiring maximum flow rates. Black colour coding distinguishes these from standard 1/4" hoses.
Key Features
- 3/8" large diameter — Significantly faster flow rates than standard 1/4" hoses
- Full-flow design — Minimises pressure drop during high-volume transfer
- Black colour coding — Easy identification of high-flow hoses in your kit
- Multiple lengths — 300cm to 500cm options for various applications
- Professional construction — Built for recovery machines and intensive use
- High-volume capacity — Ideal for bulk refrigerant handling
Why Choose 3/8" Full-Flow Hoses?
Faster Recovery Times
The larger 3/8" diameter allows significantly higher flow rates compared to standard 1/4" hoses. This means:
- Faster refrigerant recovery from systems
- Reduced service time on large commercial systems
- More efficient bulk refrigerant transfer
- Better performance with high-capacity recovery machines
Reduced Pressure Drop
Full-flow design minimises restriction and pressure drop during transfer operations, ensuring your recovery machine operates at peak efficiency and reducing strain on equipment.
Applications
- Refrigerant recovery — Connect recovery machines for fast, efficient refrigerant reclamation
- Large system charging — Bulk refrigerant transfer for commercial installations
- Commercial refrigeration — High-volume applications in supermarkets and cold storage
- Recovery machine connections — Essential for professional recovery equipment
- Bulk refrigerant handling — Transfer from cylinders to storage tanks
3/8" vs 1/4" Hoses
| Feature | 1/4" Standard | 3/8" Full-Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Flow rate | Standard | 2-3x faster |
| Best for | Manifold gauges, diagnostics | Recovery, bulk transfer |
| Colour | Red, blue, yellow | Black |
| Typical use | Charging, diagnostics | Recovery, large systems |
When to Use Full-Flow Hoses
- Operating refrigerant recovery machines
- Servicing large commercial refrigeration systems
- Bulk refrigerant transfer operations
- Applications where speed is critical
- High-volume charging of large systems
Need help choosing? Read our Hose Maintenance Guide for selection advice.