ISO 8829-1:2009

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 8829-1
First edition
2009-04-01

Aerospace — Test methods for
polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) inner-tube
hose assemblies —
Part 1:
Metallic (stainless steel) braid
Aéronautique et espace — Méthodes d'essai des tuyauteries flexibles à
tube intérieur en polytétrafluoroéthylène (PTFE) —
Partie 1: Tresses métalliques (en acier inoxydable)




Reference number
ISO 8829-1:2009(E)
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ISO 8829-1:2009(E)
Contents Page
Foreword. iv
1 Scope .1
2 Normative references .1
3 Terms and definitions .1
4 Tests of PTFE inner tubes .2
4.1 Density and relative density .2
4.2 Tensile tests .2
4.3 Rolling and proof pressure tests .4
4.4 Electrical conductivity test .6
5 Tests on hoses and hose assemblies .7
5.1 Stress degradation test.7
5.2 Pneumatic effusion test .7
5.3 Electrical conductivity test .8
5.4 Visual and dimensional inspection.10
5.5 Determination of elongation or contraction.10
5.6 Volumetric expansion test.11
5.7 Leakage test .12
5.8 Proof pressure test.12
5.9 Burst pressure tests.13
5.10 Impulse test.13
5.11 Flexure test.14
5.12 Fuel resistance test .14
5.13 Low temperature flexure testing .15
5.14 Pneumatic leakage test .15
5.15 Vacuum test.16
5.16 Pneumatic surge test .16
5.17 Thermal shock test .17
5.18 Fire test .17
Annex A (informative) Test fluids .18
Bibliography .19

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ISO 8829-1:2009(E)
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards bodies
(ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through ISO
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International Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies casting a vote.
ISO 8829-1 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 20, Aircraft and space vehicles, Subcommittee
SC 10, Aerospace fluid systems and components.
ISO 8829 consists of the following parts, under the general title Aerospace — Test methods for
polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) inner-tube hose assemblies:
⎯ Part 1: Metallic (stainless steel) braid
⎯ Part 2: Non-metallic braid

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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 8829-1:2009(E)

Aerospace — Test methods for polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
inner-tube hose assemblies —
Part 1:
Metallic (stainless steel) braid
1 Scope
This part of ISO 8829 specifies test methods for flexible polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) inner tubes with
metallic (stainless steel) braided hose and hose assemblies used in aircraft fluid systems, in the pressure and
temperature ranges covered by pressure classes and temperature types, as specified in ISO 6771.
If performance requirements are not defined in this part of ISO 8829, they are defined in the performance
specification.
This part of ISO 8829 is applicable when reference is made to it in a procurement specification or other
definition document.
NOTE Fluids used for the tests are listed in Annex A. The requirements for non-metallic braid hose assemblies are
given in ISO 8829-2.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 2685, Aircraft — Environmental test procedure for airborne equipment — Resistance to fire in designated
fire zones
ISO 6772, Aerospace — Fluid systems — Impulse testing of hydraulic hose, tubing and fitting assemblies
ISO 6773, Aerospace — Fluid systems — Thermal shock testing of piping and fittings
ISO 7258, Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) tubing for aerospace applications — Methods for the determination
of the density and relative density
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
room temperature
temperature in the test laboratory between 15 °C (59 °F) and 32 °C (90 °F)
3.2
fire protection
flame- and heat-retardant element over the hose assembly
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4 Tests of PTFE inner tubes
4.1 Density and relative density
4.1.1 Principle
This test is intended to control the crystallinity of PTFE inner tubes.
4.1.2 Test methods
The relative density of the PTFE tubing shall be measured in accordance with ISO 7258, method A or
method B. The density of the PTFE tubing shall be measured in accordance with ISO 7258, method C.
4.2 Tensile tests
4.2.1 Principle
This test is intended to determine the mechanical properties of the PTFE tubing.
4.2.2 Test conditions
Test specimens shall be conditioned for at least 2 h at room temperature prior to testing.
4.2.3 Apparatus
4.2.3.1 Testing machine
The test shall be carried out using a power-driven machine which is capable of maintaining a uniform rate of
jaw separation at 50 mm/min (2 in/min) and which has a suitable dynamometer and a device for measuring
the force applied within ± 2 %. If the capacity range cannot be changed during a test, as in the case of
pendulum dynamometers, the force applied at breaking point shall be measured within ± 2 %, and the
smallest tensile force measured shall be accurate to within ± 10 %.
If the dynamometer is of the compensating type for measuring tensile stress directly, means shall be provided
to make adjustments for the cross-sectional area of the test specimen. The response of the recorder shall be
sufficiently rapid that the force applied is measured accurately during the elongation of the test specimen to
breaking point. If the test machine is not equipped with a recorder, a device shall be provided that indicates,
after fracture, the maximum force applied during elongation. Testing machines shall be capable of measuring
elongation in increments of 10 %.
4.2.3.2 Micrometer
The micrometer used for measuring flat test specimen thickness shall be capable of exerting a pressure of
(25 ± 5) kPa [(3,63 ± 0,7) psi] on the test specimens and of measuring the thickness to within ± 0,025 mm
(0,001 in).
NOTE Dial micrometers exerting either a force of (0,8 ± 0,15) N [(0,18 ± 0,034) lbf] on a circular foot 6,35 mm
(0,25 in) in diameter, or a force of (0,2 ± 0,04) N [(0,045 ± 0,009) lbf] on a circular foot 3,2 mm (0,125 in) in diameter,
conform to the pressure requirement specified above. It is not advisable to use a micrometer to measure the thickness of
test specimens narrower in width than the diameter of the foot unless the contact pressure is properly adjusted.
4.2.4 Calibration of testing machine
The testing machine shall be calibrated.
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If the dynamometer is of the strain-gauge type, the test machine shall be calibrated at one or more forces at
regular intervals.
4.2.5 Test specimens
The specimens shall be in accordance with Figure 1.
NOTE Careful maintenance of the cutting edges of the die is extremely important and can be achieved by light daily
honing and touching up of the cutting edges with jeweller’s hard honing stones. The condition of the die can be assessed
by determining the breaking point on any series of broken test specimens. When broken test specimens are removed from
the jaws of the test machine, it is advantageous to pile these test specimens and note if there is any tendency to break at
or near the same portion of each test specimen. Breaking points consistently occurring at the same place can be an
indication that the die is dull, nicked or bent at that particular position.
Dimensions in millimetres

Figure 1 — Test specimen for tensile test
4.2.6 Determination of tensile strength and elongation
4.2.6.1 Procedure
Place the test specimens (see 4.2.5) in the jaws of the testing machine (see 4.2.3.1), taking care to adjust the
specimen symmetrically so that the tension will be distributed uniformly over the cross-section. Start the
machine and note continuously the distance between the jaws, taking care to avoid parallax. At fracture,
measure and record the elongation to the nearest 10 % on the scale.
4.2.6.2 Expression of results
1)
Calculate the tensile strength, R , expressed in newtons per square millimetre , using Equation (1):
m
F
R = (1)
m
S
where
F is the measured force, in newtons, required to fracture the test specimens;
S is the cross-sectional area, in square millimetres, of the test specimen before application of force.

2
1) 1 N/mm = 1 MPa.
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Calculate the percentage total elongation at fracture, A , using Equation (2):
t
⎞
⎛LL−
uo
A=×100 (2)
⎟
⎜
t
⎟
L
⎝ o
⎠
where
L is the length measured between the jaws at fracture of the test specimen;

u
L is the original length measured between the jaws before application of force.

o
4.3 Rolling and proof pressure tests
4.3.1 Principle
This test is intended to check that there are no flaws in the sintered tube.
4.3.2 Rolling test — Procedure
Pass each tube, in a single pass, through six sets of metal rollers, so that it is subjected to the sequence of
diametral flexings specified in Table 1. Rollers shall be arranged to prevent inadvertent rotation in the tube. It
is assumed that the tube is in a horizontal position and that pressure of the first set of rollers is exerted
vertically. Angles given for the final three sets of rollers may be taken as either clockwise or counter clockwise
from the vertical diameter of the tube. Roller angles shall be as specified in Table 1. A tolerance of ± 2° is
allowed on each roller angle.
Table 1 — Roller functions and angles
Set of metal rollers Type of action Roller angle
1 Flattening 0°
2 Flattening 90°
3 Rounding 0°
4 Flattening 45°
5 Flattening 135°
6 Rounding 45°

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The roller gap dimensions shall not be greater than those specified in Table 2 for each size.
Table 2 — Roller gap dimensions
Hose size Maximum flattening gap Maximum rounding gap
Class B Class D Class B Class D
Inch part
Metric 10 500 kPa 21 000 kPa 10 500 kPa 21 000 kPa
Equivalent outside
part (1 523 psi) (3 046 psi) (1 523 psi) (3 046 psi)
diameter of tube
hose and higher hose hose and higher hose
Size Size mm (in) mm (in) mm (in) mm (in) mm (in)
DN05 4,762 (0,187) 5,2 (0,205) 5,2 (0,205) 5,5 (0,216) 6,4 (0,252)
−3
DN06 −4 6,350 (0,250) 5,5 (0,216) 7,1 (0,279) 5,5 (0,216) 6,4 (0,252)
DN08 −5 7,937 (0,312) 5,5 (0,216) — — 6,4 (0,252) — —
DN10 −6 9,525 (0,375) 5,5 (0,216) 7,1 (0,279) 7,9 (0,311) 8,3 (0,327)
DN12 −8 12,700 (0,500) 5,9 (0,232) 8,3 (0,327) 9,5 (0,374) 11,9 (0,468)
DN16 15,875 (0,625) 6,4 (0,252) 8,3 (0,327) 12,7 (0,500) 14,7 (0,578)
−10
DN20 −12 19,050 (0,750) 6,4 (0,252) 8,3 (0,327) 12,7 (0,500) 17,5 (0,689)
DN25 −16 25,400 (1,000) 6,4 (0,252) 8,3 (0,327) 19,1 (0,752) 21 (0,827)
DN32 −20 31,750 (1,250) 7,9 (0,311) 11,1 (0,437) 22,2 (0,874) 25,4 (1,000)
DN40 38,100 (1,500) 9,5 (0,374) — — 31,8 — — —
−24
NOTE Special size high pressure hose assembly callout utilizes the lower hose size value noted.

4.3.3 Proof pressure test — Procedure
After the roll test, hold the tube for not less than 2 min at proof pressures as shown in Table 3, using water or
air as the test medium.
Table 3 — Proof pressures
Hose size Proof pressures
Class B Class D
Inch part
Metric part
10 500 kPa (1 523 psi) 21 000 kPa (3 046 psi)
Equivalent outside diameter of tube
hose and higher hose
Size Size mm (in) kPa (psi) kPa (psi)
DN05 −3 4,762 (0,187) 2690 (390) 2690 (390)
DN06 −4 6,350 (0,250) 2480 (360) 2620 (380)
DN08 7,937 (0,312) 2000 (290) — —
−5
DN10 −6 9,525 (0,375) 1590 (230) 1930 (280)
DN12 −8 12,700 (0,500) 1240 (180) 1520 (220)
DN16 −10 15,875 (0,625) 1170 (170) 1170 (170)
DN20 19,050 (0,750) 965 (140) 890 (130)
−12
DN25 −16 25,400 (1,000) 621 (90) 660 (95)
DN32 −20 31,750 (1,250) 448 (65) 660 (95)
DN40 −24 38,100 (1,500) 310 (45) — —
NOTE Special size high pressure hose assembly callout utilizes the lower hose size value noted.
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4.4 Electrical conductivity test
4.4.1 Preconditioning
The test specimen shall be a 350 mm (13,78 in) length of PTFE hose tube, with braid removed. The inner
surface of the tube shall be washed first with solvent (test fluid No.1; see Annex A) and then with isopropyl
alcohol (test fluid No.2; see Annex A) to remove surface contamination. The inside of the tube shall then be
thoroughly dried at room temperature.
4.4.2 Procedure
Arrange the test specimen vertically as shown in Figure 2. The relative humidity shall be kept below 70 %.
Apply (1 000 ± 10) V d.c. between the upper and lower electrodes (salt water solution). The salt water solution
shall be a solution of sodium chloride in chemically pure water [ρ (NaCl) = 450 g/l].
2)
Measure the current with an instrument having a sensitivity of at least 1 µA .
Dimensions in millimetres

Key
1 probe 6 O-ring
2 conductor tube 7 vent (if any)
3 vent 8 polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) (tube hose inner liner)
4 upper electrode (mercury or salt water solution) 9 non-metallic container
5 non-metallic plug 10 lower electrode (mercury or salt water solution)
Figure 2 — Test set-up for electrical conductivity test on inner tubes

−6
2) 1 µA = 1 × 10 A.
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5 Tests on hoses and hose assemblies
5.1 Stress degradation test
5.1.1 Principle
This test is intended to verify that the hose inner tube has been sintered and quenched to the proper
crystallinity to eliminate stress cracking or creep with subsequent leakage.
5.1.2 Class D 21 000 kPa (3 046 psi) and higher hose — Procedure
5.1.2.1 Fill the hose assemblies with a high-temperature test fluid (test fluid No.3; see Annex A) and
place in an oven maintained at (204 ± 5) °C [(400 ± 9) °F]. Apply to the hose assemblies the nominal working
pressure specified in the procurement specification.
Precautions shall be taken to ensure that the hose assemblies do not come into contact with parts of the oven
that are at a higher temperature.
5.1.2.2 After at least 20 h at 204 °C (400 °F), gradually release the pressure, remove the assemblies
from the oven, drain and cool to room temperature. Then flush the assemblies with a quantity of fresh high-
temperature test fluid (test fluid No.3; see Annex A), equivalent in volume to at least twice the volume of the
test specimen volume, and drain.
5.1.2.3 Fill the hose assemblies with hydraulic test fluid (test fluid No.4; see Annex A). Apply to the hose
assemblies the nominal working pressure specified in the procurement specification and hold that pressure for
at least 2 h at room temperature.
5.1.2.4 Repeat the procedure specified in 5.1.2.1 to 5.1.2.3 a total of three times.
5.1.2.5 Within 4 h after the final pressurization period of 2 h, drain the hose assemblies, flush with
trichlorotrifluoroethane (test fluid No.5; see Annex A) and place in an oven for at least 1 h at a temperature of
(70 ± 5) °C [(158°± 9) °F].
5.1.2.6 Within 8 h after the drying process has been completed, remove the hose assemblies from the
oven, cool to room temperature, and then subject to a pneumatic effusion (air under water) test. For this test,
install the hose assemblies in a test set-up constructed similarly to that shown in Figure 3.
5.1.2.7 Immerse the test set-up with the hose assemblies installed in water. Apply nominal pressure for at
least 15 min to allow any entrapped air in the hose to escape.
5.1.2.8 Hold the pressure for a further period of 5 min, during which time collect the gas escaping from
the test specimen, including the juncture of the hose and the fitting, but not including the fitting nut. After the
pressurization period of 5 min, calculate the average rate of effusion through the hose and two fittings
expressed as millilitres per minute per metre of the hose length.
5.1.3 Class B 10 500 kPa (1 523 psi) hose – Procedure
The hose assemblies shall be tested in the same manner as specified in 5.1.2, except that the test
temperature shall be (232 ± 5) °C [(450 ± 9) °F].
5.2 Pneumatic effusion test
5.2.1 Principle
This test is intended to show that the hose inner tube does not have excessive porosity.
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5.2.2 Procedure
Subject the hose assemblies for 1 h to nominal pressure using dry air or nitrogen gas (N ) at room
2
temperature. Collect and measure the gas escaping from the hose assembly during the second half-hour,
using the water displacement method and an air-collecting device similar to that shown in Figure 3.
The fluid in the test set-up shall be water which has been treated for pH control and wetting of the hose by
adding 1,5 % (v/v) of water softener or wetting agent.

Key
1 air or nitrogen gas source
2 inverted graduated flask
3 funnel to cover hose plus one-half of each socket
4 water bath
5 hose assembly under test
Figure 3 — Test set-up for pneumatic effusion tests
5.3 Electrical conductivity test
5.3.1 Principle
This test is intended to show that the hose is sufficiently conductive to prevent build-up of excessive
electrostatic charges which could cause arcing and pin holes.
5.3.2 Preconditioning
The test specimen shall be a length of hose (with braid and one end fitting) as shown in Figure 4 a) or b). The
inner surface of the tube shall be washed first with solvent (test fluid No.1; see Annex A), and then with
isopropyl alcohol (test fluid No.2; see Annex A) to remove surface contamination. The hose shall then be
thoroughly dried at room temperature. The wire braid shall flare out as shown in Figure 4 to prevent contact
with the end of the PTFE hose. One steel adaptor of appropriate size shall be fitted as shown in Figure 4.
5.3.3 Procedure
Arrange the test specimen vertically as shown in Figure 4. The relative humidity shall be kept below 70 %.
Apply (1 000 ± 10) V d.c. between the upper (salt water solution) electrode and the lower (adaptor) electrode.
The salt water solution shall be a solution of sodium chloride in chemically pure water [ρ (NaCl) = 450 g/l].
Measure the current with an instrument having a sensitivity of at least 1 µA.
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Dimensions in millimetres

Key
1 conductor threaded into ring 7 PTFE hose
2 flare braid(s)/spiral 8 hose braid/spiral
3 vent 9 fitting body
4 upper electrode (mercury or salt water solution) 10 fitting nut
5 non-metallic ring 11 vent (alternative)
6 O-ring 12 adaptor (insulate electrode from ground)
a) Option 1
Figure 4 (continued)
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Dimensions in millimetres

Key
1 electrode (vented mating fitting adaptor)
2 fitting nut
3 fitting body
4 hose braid
5 flared braid
6 polytetrafluoroethylene tube
7 electrode (salt water solution)
8 non-metallic container
b) Option 2
Figure 4 — Test set-up for electrical conductivity test on hoses and hose assemblies
5.4 Visual and dimensional inspection
Hose assemblies shall be inspected using the normal tools and procedures.
5.5 Determination of elongation or contraction
5.5.1 Principle
This test is intended to check the proper reinforcing. Braid angle is used to minimize axial motion due to
pressurization.
5.5.2 Procedure
Hold the unpressurized hose in a straight position, mark off on the hose a gauge length of 250 mm (10 in),
and then subject the hose to the nominal operating pressure specified in the procurement specification. After
at least 5 min and with the hose length still pressurized, measure the gauge length and calculate the change
in length.
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5.6 Volumetric expansion test
5.6.1 Principle
This test is intended to determine the increase in volume that occurs when a hose assembly is pressurized.
5.6.2 Apparatus
The test set-up, shown in Figure 5, shall be designed in such a way that air pockets cannot form. There shall
be only one low point between the reservoir and the pump. The internal passages shall not have constrictions
or surface roughness that could allow air pockets. The hose end fittings and system tubes shall be both strong
and rigid enough to allow only negligible expansion under test pressure. The test fluid shall be distilled water.
The pump pressure shall be increased at a rate of 2 000 kPa/s (290 psi/s) to 4 000 kPa/s (580 psi/s).
Before installing the hose assembly, measure the volumetric expansion of the test set-up (see 5.6.3.9).

Key
1 counter-weight for that part of the installation 6 valve A
which is located above the hose assembly
7 valve B
2 pressure gauge
8 hose assembly under test
3 pump
9 three-way valve
4 tank of distilled water
10 graduated glass container
5 graduated glass tube

Figure 5 — Test set-up for volumetric expansion test
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5.6.3 Procedure
5.6.3.1 Install the hose assembly to be tested in the test set-up as shown in Figure 5.
5.6.3.2 Set the three-way valve to the position indicated in Figure 5.
5.6.3.3 Open valve B and close valve A.
5.6.3.4 Operate the pump until the water is visible in the graduated glass tube.
5.6.3.5 Close valve B. Subject the hose assembly to the appropriate proof pressure for 3 min and check
the system for leakage.
5.6.3.6 Close valve B. Bring the water level in the graduated glass tube to zero, using the pump and
valve A.
5.6.3.7 Close valve B. Raise the pressure in the system to the appropriate test pressure and hold for
3 min to 6 min.
5.6.3.8 Close the three-way valve, and open valve B.
5.6.3.9 The increase in the volume of the hose assembly is indicated by the difference in level in the
graduated tube. Subtract from the value obtained the value for the expansion of the rest of the test system,
which has been measured beforehand (see 5.6.2).
5.7 Leakage test
5.7.1 Principle
This test is intended to demonstrate that the hose will not leak or rupture at 70 % of the minimum required
burst pressure.
5.7.2 Procedure
Pressurize the hose assemblies with water or system fluid to 70 % of the minimum burst pressure at the room
temperature specified in the procurement specification and hold for at least 5 min. Reduce the pressure to
0 kPa (0 psi), then raise the pressure again to 70 % of the minimum burst pressure at room temperature for a
final check lasting 5 min.
5.8 Proof pressure test
5.8.1 Principle
This test is intended to verify the structural integrity of a hose assembly prior to use.
5.8.2 Procedure
5.8.2.1 All hose assemblies
The test fluid may be either water or system fluid. Test all hose assemblies to the proof pressure specified in
the procurement specification for at least 30 s, and not more than 5 min.
5.8.2.2 Hose assemblies having fire sleeves or cuffs
Water shall be used as the test medium for proof pressure testing of hose assemblies having fire sleeves.
Prior to the instal
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