Silicone hose is a flexible pipe made of silicone material. It is used for the circulation and coating of liquids, gases and other materials. It is made of silicone rubber and formed into pipes of various shapes and sizes through special processing techniques such as extrusion or molding. Silicone hose is widely used in modern industry, defense industry and daily necessities due to its excellent performance.
Silicone hose is commonly used for various purposes in coffee machines. Such as water flow, steam delivery and connecting different components. Compared with other materials, it has several advantages, including heat resistant, flexible and easy to maintain.
Common uses of silicone hose in coffee machines:
Water inlet and outlet
Silicone hose is often used to connect the water reservoir to the brewing system. It allows water to flow from the water tank to the heating element or pump, and then directs the heated water to the coffee grounds.
Steam delivery
In coffee machines with steam function, silicone hose is used to transfer steam from the heating element or boiler to the steam wand or nozzle. This makes it possible to froth milk for cappuccino, latte and other specialty drinks.
Valve connection
Silicone hose is used to connect various valves within the coffee machine. For example, solenoid valves or flow control valves. These valves control the flow of water during brewing or the release of steam during steaming.
Internal Components
The silicone tube is located in the internal structure of the coffee machine and connects different components such as the pump, filter and reservoir. It ensures a secure and leak-free connection between these parts.
Drainage
Some coffee machines have a drainage system to remove excess water or clean the machine. While silicone tubes can be used to transport water from the drainage area to an appropriate collection point or reservoir.