SURFACE

VEHICLE
STANDARD

J343 AUG2010
Issued
Revised

1968-06
2010-08

Superseding

J343 JAN2004

Test and Test Procedures for SAE 100R Series

Hydraulic Hose and Hose Assemblies
RATIONALE
SAE J343 was previously balloted as is for a 5 year review. Member comments have been added as changes herein
and/or otherwise addressed.
SAE J343 Section 4.10 Ozone Resistance Test specifies that ozone resistance is to be evaluated under 7X magnification.
Both ISO 7326 and ASTM D 380 specify an examination at x2 magnification. This ballot changes J343 Section 4.10 to x2
magnification to bring J343 in line with other industry standards.
SAE J343 Section 4.9 Oil Resistance Test, specifies that immersion in ASTM Emergency Standard Practice IRM903 oil.
To help clarify this oil, ASTM D5964 is added to Section 2 References.
This document is technically equivalent to ISO 6605 except as noted in the Foreword.
FOREWORD
SAE J343 has been revised to be technically equivalent to ISO 6605, except that additional tests in 4.9 to 4.14 were
included.
1. SCOPE
This SAE Standard gives methods for testing and evaluating performance of the SAE 100R series of hydraulic hose and
hose assemblies (hose and attached end fittings) used in hydraulic fluid power systems.
Specific tests and performance criteria for evaluating hose assemblies used in hydraulic service are in accordance with
the requirements for hose in the respective specifications of SAE J517.
This document further establishes a uniform means of testing and evaluating performance of hydraulic hose assemblies.
2. REFERENCES
2.1

Applicable Documents

The following publications form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise indicated, the
latest issue of SAE publications shall apply.

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SAE Publication

Available from SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001, Tel: 877-606-7323 (inside
USA and Canada) or 724-776-4970 (outside USA), www.sae.org.
SAE J517
2.1.2

Hydraulic Hose

ASTM Publications

Available from ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, Tel:
610-832-9585, www.astm.org.
ASTM D 380

Standard Methods of Testing Rubber Hose

ASTM D 5964 07 Standard Practice for Rubber IRM 901, IRM 902, and IRM 903 Replacement Oils for ASTM No. 1,
ASTM No. 2, and ASTM No. 3 Oils
2.1.3

ISO Publications

Available from American National Standards Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036-8002, Tel: 212-6424900, www.ansi.org.
ISO 3448

Industrial liquid lubricantsISO viscosity classification

ISO 6605

Hydraulic fluid powerHose assembliesMethod of test

3. TEST PROCEDURES
The test procedures described in the current issue of ASTM D 380 shall be followed. However, in cases of conflict
between the ASTM specifications and those described as follows, the latter shall take precedence. Unless otherwise
specified in this document, or other SAE standards, tests shall be conducted at the prevailing ambient temperature of the
testing facility.
4. STANDARD TESTS
WARNING: Water or another liquid suitable for the hose under test shall be used as the test medium. The use of air and
other gaseous materials as testing media should be avoided because of the risk to operators. In special
cases where such media are required for the tests, strict safety measures are imperative. Furthermore, it is
stressed that when a liquid is used as the test medium, it is essential that all air is expelled from the test
piece because of the risk of injury to the operator due to the sudden expansion of trapped air released when
the hose bursts.
4.1

Dimensional Check Test

The hose shall be inspected for conformity to all dimensions tabulated in the applicable specification.
Determine finished outside diameters and reinforcement diameters, where required, by calculation from measurement of
the respective circumference.
As an alternative, use a flexible tape graduated to read the diameter directly.
Measure the inside diameter by means of a suitable expanding ball or telescoping gage.
Measure concentricity over both the reinforcement and the finished outside diameters using either a dial indicator gage or
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Round the foot of the measuring instrument to conform to the inside diameter of the hose.
Take readings at 90 degree intervals around the hose
NOTE: Acceptability is based on the total variation between the high and the low readings.
Take inside and outside diameter measurements at a minimum of 25 mm from the hose ends and concentricity
measurements at a minimum of 13 mm from the hose ends.
4.2

Proof Test

Test the hose assemblies hydrostatically to the specified proof pressure for a period of not less than 30 s nor more than
60 s.
There shall be no indication of failure or leakage.
4.3

Change in Length Test

Conduct measurements for the determination of elongation or contraction on a previously untested, unaged hose
assembly having at least 600 mm length of free hose between hose fittings.
Attach the hose assembly to the pressure source in an unrestricted straight position. If the hose is not straight due to its
natural curvature, it may be fastened laterally to achieve a straight position. Pressurize to the specified operating
pressure for a period of 30 s, then release the pressure.
Place accurate reference marks 500 mm apart on the outer cover of the hose, midway between fittings, after allowing the
hose assembly to restabilize for a period of 30 s following pressure release.
Repressurize the hose assembly to the specified operating pressure for a period of 30 s.
Measure the final length while the hose is pressurized. The final length is the distance between reference marks while
the hose is pressurized.
Complete the determination of the change in length using Equation 1:
l1 l0
l = ------------- 100
l0

(Eq. 1)

where:
l0 is the distance between the reference marks when the hose was not pressurized following the initial pressurization
l1 is the distance between the reference marks under pressure
l is the percentage change in length, which will be positive (+) in the case of an increase in length and negative (-) in
the case of a decrease in length
4.4

Burst Test

Subject unaged hose assemblies, on which the end fittings have been attached for not more than 30 days, to a
hydrostatic pressure, increased at a constant rate so as to attain the specified minimum burst pressure within a period of
not less than 15 s nor more than 60 s.
Reject hose assemblies showing leakage, hose burst or indication of failure below the specified minimum burst pressure.
NOTE: This is a destructive test. Assemblies which have been subjected to this test shall be destroyed.

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Cold Bend Test

Subject hose assemblies to the specified temperature in a straight position for 24 h.

Then, while still at the specified temperature, the samples shall be evenly and uniformly bent once over a mandrel having
a diameter equal to twice the specified minimum bend radius. Bending shall be accomplished within a period of not less
than 8 s nor more than 12 s.
In the case of hose sizes up to and including 22 mm nominal inside diameter, bend them through 180 degrees over the
mandrel; in the case of hose sizes larger than 22 mm nominal inside diameter, bend them through 90 degrees over the
mandrel.
After bending, allow the sample to warm to room temperature, visually examine it for cover cracks and subject it to the
proof test. There shall be no cover cracks or leakage. (In lieu of the bending test, hoses larger than 22 mm nominal
inside diameter may be considered acceptable if samples of tube and cover pass the Low Temperature Test on Tube and
Cover of ASTM D 380.)
Reject any samples with visible cracks or leakage.
NOTE: This is a destructive test. Assemblies which have been subjected to this test shall be destroyed.
4.6

Impulse Test

The impulse test has two categories:

1. High pressure, which covers pressures higher than 3 MPa
2. Low pressure, which covers 1.5 to 3 MPa
Test four unaged hose assemblies with end fittings, which have been attached for not more than 30 days. Where the
individual standard requires, also test aged hose assemblies.
Calculate the free (exposed) length of hose under test, shown on Figure 1, as follows:
a. Hose sizes up to and including 22 mm nominal inside diameter (see Equation 2):
180 degrees bend free length = ( r + d 2 ) + 2d

(Eq. 2)

b. Hose sizes larger than 22 mm nominal inside diameter (see Equation 3):

90 degrees bend free length = 2 ( r + d 2 ) + 2d

where:
r = minimum bend radius
d = hose outside diameter
NOTE: Use d = 25.4 mm until d is equal to or greater than 25.4 mm.

(Eq. 3)

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FIGURE 1 - TEST SPECIMEN FOR PRESSURE IMPULSE TEST

Connect the test pieces to the apparatus. The test pieces shall be installed according to Figure 1. Test pieces of hose of
nominal inside diameter up to and including 22 mm shall be bent through 180 degrees and hoses of nominal inside
diameter larger than 22 mm shall be bent through 90 degrees.
Select a test fluid from ISO VG 32 to VG 100 at 40 C per ISO 3448, and circulate it at a rate sufficient to maintain a
uniform fluid temperature within the hose assemblies. Other fluids may be used as agreed upon between the customer
and the manufacturer.
Test the hose at the impulse test pressure indicated in the individual specification. The test fluid shall be circulated
through the assemblies at the specified temperature with a tolerance of 3 C. Cooling or heating of the test chamber
shall not be permitted, except when individual standards require testing with synthetic base test fluids at a temperature
higher than 150 C. When such higher temperatures are required, the impulse test fluid need not be circulated if both the
fluid and the assemblies are externally heated in the test chamber, at the specified temperature with a tolerance of 5 C.
Apply a pulsating pressure internally to the hose assemblies at a rate described in the category chosen and record the
frequency used. The pressure cycle shall fall within the shaded area of either Figure 2 or Figure 3, depending upon the
test category and conform as closely as possible to the curve shown.

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NOTE 1: Secant pressure rise is the straight line drawn through two points on the pressure rise curve; one point at 15%
of the test pressure and the other at 85% of the test pressure
NOTE 2: Point '0' is the intersection of the secant pressure rise with 0 pressure.
NOTE 3: Pressure rise rate is the slope of the secant pressure rise expressed in MPa/s.
NOTE 4: Cycle rate shall be uniform at 0.5 to 1.3 Hz.
FIGURE 2 - PRESSURE IMPULSE WAVE FORM ENVELOPE FOR
HIGH PRESSURE IMPULSE TEST CATEGORY 1
The nominal rate of pressure rise shall be equal to that shown on Equation 4:
R = f ( 10p k )

(Eq. 4)

where:
R = rate of pressure rise in MPa/s
f = frequency in Hz
p = nominal impulse test pressure in MPa
k = 5 MPa
The actual rate of pressure rise shall be determined as shown on Figure 2, and shall be within a tolerance of 10% of the
calculated nominal value.

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NOTE 1: Cycle rate shall be uniform at 0.2 to 1.0 Hz.

NOTE 2: The pressure rise rate shall be contained within the wave form envelope.
FIGURE 3 - PRESSURE IMPULSE WAVE FORM ENVELOPE FOR
LOW PRESSURE IMPULSE TEST CATEGORY 2
Determine the duration of the impulse test in total number of cycles by the individual standard for the hose assemblies.
Where aged samples are required, refer to the individual standards.
It is recommended the test fluid be changed frequently to prevent breakdown.
NOTE: This is a destructive test. Assemblies, which have been subjected to this test, shall be destroyed.
4.7

Leakage Test

Subject unaged hose assemblies, on which the end fittings have been attached for not more than 30 days, to a
hydrostatic pressure of 70% of the specified minimum burst pressure for a period of between 5.0 to 5.5 min.
Reduce the fluid pressure to 0 MPa.
Re-apply the 70% of minimum burst hydrostatic pressure for another 5.0 to 5.5 min period.
Reject assemblies showing leakage or failure.
NOTE: This is a destructive test. Assemblies which have been subjected to this test shall be destroyed.
4.8

Visual Examination of Product

All bulk hose shall be visually inspected to see that the hose identification has been properly applied and all assemblies
shall be inspected to determine that the correct fittings are properly installed.

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Oil Resistance Test

After 70 h immersion in ASTM Emergency Standard Practice IRM903 oil at the designated temperature, the volume
change of specimens taken from the hose inner tube and cover shall be within the specified limits.
4.10 Ozone Resistance Test
Hydraulic hose shall be tested for resistance of the cover compound to ozone in accordance with the latest issue of ASTM
D 380, except that the mandrel shall be a diameter twice the minimum bend radius specified in the individual hose
standard, and the cover shall be examined at the completion of the test under 2x magnification.
4.11 Electrical Conductivity Test (for thermoplastic hose only)
Hose assemblies having a free length of 152 mm 13 mm without fluid and capped to prevent entry of moisture shall be
exposed to a minimum of 85% relative humidity at 24 C 3 C for a period of 168 h. Surface moisture shall be removed
prior to testing.
Conditioned assemblies shall have one end fitting attached to the lead from a source of 60 Hz sinusoidal, 37.5 kV (rms)
electricity. This lead shall be suspended by dry fabric strings so that the hose hangs free, at least 600 mm from any
extraneous objects. The lower end of the hose shall be connected to ground through a 1000 to 1 000 000 resistor,
keeping the resistor near the end of the hose. A suitable AC voltmeter shall be connected across the resistor, using a
fully shielded cable with the shielding well grounded. Thirty-seven and one-half kV shall be applied to the specimen for
5 min and a current reading taken. This current shall not exceed the value specified.
4.12 Electrical Conductivity Test (PTFE hose only)
Test specimen shall be a 330 mm 10 mm cut length of hose with fitting attached to one end and the reinforcing braid
flared away from the PTFE tube on the opposite end to prevent contact with the free end of the tube. The inner surface of
the tube shall be cleaned, first with naphtha dry cleaning fluid or Stoddard solvent, and then with isopropyl alcohol to
remove surface contamination, followed by thorough drying at room temperature.
Relative humidity shall be kept below 70% and room temperature between 16 C and 32 C.
The specimen shall be mounted in a vertical position as shown in Figure 4. The adapter at the base is simply a
convenient means of assuring proper electrical contact if a swivel female fitting is chosen, and may be omitted if a male
fitting is used. In either case, the electrode must be insulated from ground.
A mercury or salt water solution electrode shall be provided at the upper end as shown, by inserting a nonmetallic plug
with an O-ring seal to a distance of 75 mm from the end of the tubing, thus providing an average test length of 255 mm.
Mercury or salt water solution shall then be added to a level 25 mm above the plug. Any suitable conductor to this
electrode may be used, including a threaded end attached to the plug if so desired. Concentration of salt water, if used,
shall be 450 g NaCl per liter of H2O.
1000 V DC shall be applied between the upper electrode and the lower electrode (adapter or male fitting hex). The
current shall be measured with an instrument with a sensitivity of at least 1 A (1 10-6 A).

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FIGURE 4 - CONDUCTIVITY TEST DIAGRAM

4.13 Resistance to Vacuum Test
The hose shall not blister nor show any other indication of failure when subjected to the specified vacuum for a period of
5 min. Where practicable, one end of the hose shall be equipped with a transparent cap and electric light to permit visual
examination for failure. Where the length or size of the hose precludes visual examination, failure shall be determined by
inability to pass through the hose a ball or cylinder 6.5 mm less in diameter than the bore of hoses of 12.5 mm nominal
inside diameter and larger. For hoses under 12.5 mm nominal inside diameter, a ball or cylinder 3.0 mm smaller in
diameter than the bore shall be used.
4.14 Volumetric Expansion Test
Volumetric expansion tests shall be run in accordance with the current issue of ASTM D 380.
5. NOTES
5.1

Marginal Indicia

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not editorial changes, have been made to the previous issue of this document. An (R) symbol to the left of the document
title indicates a complete revision of the document, including technical revisions. Change bars and (R) are not used in
original publications, nor in documents that contain editorial changes only.

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