Flexible hose symbol
A flexible hose connects equipment that moves or is disconnected often, such as loading arms, temporary connections and utility stations.
What the flexible hose symbol means
A flexible hose connects equipment that moves or is disconnected often, such as loading arms, temporary connections and utility stations.
How it is drawn
A wavy line between two connections.
The flexible hose symbol in each standard
Drawn as on most US-style legend sheets.
Hose. Drawn the same way: a wavy line.
German (DIN): Schlauch. See DIN P&ID symbols.
Where you see it on a P&ID
At loading and unloading, utility stations and mobile equipment.
Related symbols
Frequently asked questions
What does the flexible hose symbol look like on a P&ID?
A wavy line between two connections.
What is a flexible hose used for?
A flexible hose connects equipment that moves or is disconnected often, such as loading arms, temporary connections and utility stations. You will find it at loading and unloading, utility stations and mobile equipment.
Is the flexible hose symbol the same in ISA and ISO?
Yes, ISO 10628-2 draws it the same way (X411). Companies vary the details, so always check the legend sheets at the front of the P&ID set.
What is the flexible hose called in German?
Schlauch. On a German R&I-Fließschema it is drawn to DIN EN ISO 10628-2.
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