This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) describes the test methods for flexible PTFE hose and hose assemblies used inaircraft fluid systems in the pressure and temperature ranges defined in specific procurement specifications. It applies tothe hose and the hose coupling. The tests and assembly requirements for the connecting end fitting are covered in theprocurement specification.
SAE AS2078A-2008 Referenced Document
ASTM D1505-03 Standard Test Method for Density of Plastics by the Density-Gradient Technique*, 2024-04-18 Update
ASTM D471-06 Standard Test Method for Rubber Property-Effect of Liquids*, 2024-04-18 Update
ASTM D4895-04 Standard Specification for Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Resin Produced From Dispersion*, 2024-04-18 Update
ASTM D792-00 Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Plastics by Displacement*, 2024-04-18 Update
ASTM D792-08 Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Plastics by Displacement*, 2024-04-18 Update
SAE ARP1153 METHOD FOR DETERMINING RELATIVE SPECIFIC GRAVITY POLYTETRAFLUOROETHYLENE TUBING
SAE AS1055D-1997 Fire Testing of Flexible Hose, Tube Assemblies, Coils, Fittings, and Similar System Components
SAE AS603-2004 Impulse Testing of Hydraulic Hose, Tubing, and Fitting Assemblies
SAE AS2078A-2008 history
2015SAE AS2078A-2015 Test Methods, Hose Assemblies, Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
2008SAE AS2078A-2008 (R) Test Methods, Hose Assemblies, Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
2007SAE AS2078-2007 Test Methods, Hose Assemblies, Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
1991SAE AS2078-1991 Test Methods, Hose Assemblies, Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)