ORTAC®

Ortac® (Oil-Resistant Tube and Cover) is our most popular premium-quality multipurpose hose.

Used in the most abusive industrial applications, Ortac® will handle air, oil, water, kerosene and some chemicals. The premium Carbryn™ cover offers the most superior abrasion resistance of air and multipurpose hoses. Non-conductive, minimum electrical resistance greater than 1 megohm per inch of hose length at 1000 volts DC. Available in 250, 300 and 400 psi working pressures. Note: Ortac® 400 Yellow is USMSHA approved.

  • More Flexible:
    Easier to move in and out of tight spaces and around corners
  • Lighter weight:
    Easier to lift and carry, resulting in fewer workplace injuries
  • Lower Force to Bend:
    Easier to connect and disconnect for increased productivity
  • Improved Flex Performance:
    More durable and longer lasting

Ortac® (250 – 300 – 400)

Application

Ortac® (Oil-Resistant Tube and Cover) is our most popular premium-quality multipurpose hose. Used in the most abusive industrial applications, Ortac® will handle air, oil, water, kerosene and some chemicals. The premium Carbryn™ cover offers the most superior abrasion resistance of air and multipurpose hoses. Non-conductive, minimum electrical resistance greater than 1 megohm per inch of hose length at 1000 volts DC. Available in 250, 300 and 400 psi working pressures. Note: Ortac® 400 Yellow is USMSHA approved.

Construction

> Tube
Nitrile synthetic rubber, ARPM Class A (High Oil Resistance)

> Cover
Red or yellow Carbryn™ synthetic rubber, ARPM Class A (High Oil Resistance)

> Reinforcement
Spiral synthetic yarn, 2″ is braided

Temperature Range

-20°F to 210°F (-29°C to 99°C)

Packaging

90% one-piece reels up to 1″
3/16″-3/4″ – 500′ reels, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ increments
1″ – 450′ reels, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ increments
1¼” – 400′ reels, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ increments
1½” – 300′ reels, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ increments
2″ – 200′, cartons, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ increments

Branding (Spiral)

Example: 1½” (38.1 mm) Ortac® 300 psi WP Made in USA Continental ContiTech

Couplings

Refer to the ContiTech Industrial Hose Assembly Manual for crimp specifications

Order Codes

> Ortac® 250
569-058 (1/4″ – 1½” red)
536-010 (2″ black)

> Ortac® 300
569-059 (red)

> Ortac® 400
569-065 (yellow, USMSHA rated)
569-066 (red)

*For full specifications, please see p.1 of the Ortac® Catalog


Arctic Ortac® Plus

Application

Arctic Ortac® Plus is a low-temperature air and multipurpose hose for air, water, oil, fuel oil, and some chemical operations where temperatures fall as low as -65°F.

Construction

> Tube
Black low-temperature, ECO oil-resistant synthetic rubber, ARPM Class A (High Oil Resistance)

> Cover
Blue low-temperature, ECO oil-resistant synthetic rubber, ARPM Class A (High Oil Resistance)

> Reinforcement
One reinforced textile braid

Temperature Range

-65°F to 180°F (-54°C to 82°C)

Packaging

500′ reels, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ minimum length

Branding (Spiral)

Example: Continental ContiTech 3/8″ (9.5 mm) Arctic Ortac® Plus 2.1 MPa/300 psi Made in USA

Couplings

Contact fitting manufacturer for proper fitting recommendation and coupling procedure.

Order Codes

536-275

*For full specifications, please see p.2 of the Ortac® Catalog


Arctic Ortac®

Application

Ortac® (Oil-Resistant Tube and Cover) is our most popular cold temperature multipurpose hose. For use with air, water, oil, kerosene, fuel oil and some chemical applications.

Construction

> Tube
Nitrile synthetic rubber, ARPM Class A (High Oil Resistance)

> Cover
Polychloroprene, ARPM Class B (Medium Oil Resistance)

> Reinforcement
One textile braid

Temperature Range

-65°F to 180°F (-54°C to 82°C)

Packaging

500′ reels, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ minimum length

Branding (Spiral)

Example: 3/8″ (9.5 mm) Ortac® Continental ContiTech 2.1 MPa/300 psi. Made in USA.

Couplings

Contact fitting manufacturer for proper fitting recommendation and coupling procedure.

Order Codes

536-276

*For full specifications, please see p.4 of the Ortac® Catalog


Super Ortac®

Application

For heavy-duty service in handling air, water, oil, petroleum-based solvents and agricultural spray solutions.

Construction

> Tube
Nitrile synthetic rubber, ARPM Class B (Medium Oil Resistance)

> Cover
Yellow Chemivic synthetic rubber, ARPM Class B (Medium Oil Resistance), smooth finish, pin-pricked, MSHA approved

>Reinforcement
One braided steel wire

Temperature Range

-20°F to 210°F (-29°C to 99°C)

Packaging

1/2″-1″ – 500′ reels, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ increments
1¼”-1½” – 300′ reels, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ increments
2″ – 100-200′ per carton, maximum 3 pieces, 50′ increments
All sizes also stocked in cut and coiled 50′ lengths, 2 pieces per carton.

Branding (Spiral)

Example: Continental ContiTech 1″ Super Ortac® 1000 psi Fire-resistant USMSHA 2G-IC-14C/38 Made in USA

Couplings

Refer to the ContiTech Industrial Hose Assembly Manual for crimp specifications.

Order Codes

539-152

*For full specifications, please see p.5 of the Ortac® Catalog


Catalogs

See below for the Continental Industrial Hose catalog, also available at this link.

Download or view the Ortac® catalog for the full technical data.