Buy Air Hose Reels Online in Australia
Air Hose Reel Selection — Quick Reference
Air hose reels manage compressed air hose between supply and tool — keep workshop tidy + extend hose life + reduce trip hazards. Selection by hose ID (CFM capacity), length, retract mechanism, and mounting.
| Reel Type | Best For | Common Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Retracta R3 Spring-Retractable | Workshop standard — AU brand, daily-use rated | 3/8" or 1/2" × 10-20m |
| Spring-Retract Compact (10m) | Bench-mount + small workshop | 1/4" or 3/8" × 10m |
| Wall-Mount Heavy-Duty | Industrial production — frequent use | 3/8" or 1/2" × 15-20m |
| Hand-Cranked Reel | Longer runs — manual rewind | 3/8" × 20-30m+ |
| Open-Frame Hand Reel (Budget) | Light use + occasional | Basic spool, manual rewind |
| Self-Coiling Polyurethane Hose (No Reel) | Mobile + bench air tool work | 10-25m spiral hose |
| Stainless Steel Reel (Food + Marine) | Corrosive + washdown environments | Per fluid spec |
Hose ID guide: 1/4" = low-CFM tools (paint guns, blow guns) | 3/8" = workshop standard (impacts, ratchets, drills) | 1/2" = high-CFM tools (large impact wrenches, sanders, production grinders). Undersized hose = pressure drop + tool starvation. Pressure rating: standard workshop air 90 PSI; reels rated to 17-20 bar (250-300 psi) typical. Brand: Retracta (R3 series AU industrial). Companion: hose reels, pneumatics, pneumatic fittings, air guns.
Air Hose Reels
AIMS Industrial stocks Retracta R3 compressed air hose reels for workshop, garage, manufacturing and industrial compressed air systems. Retracta is an Australian brand with a strong track record in retractable hose reel design, and the R3 series is their flagship industrial range — built for daily use in demanding environments.
Retracta R3 Compressed Air Reels
The R3 series is available in 3/8" and 1/2" bore hose, in lengths of 10m, 15m and 20m, giving options for different bay sizes and reach requirements. Standard R3 reels are available with orange or blue rubber hose. R3 Premium reels are also stocked for applications requiring a higher-specification reel. Spring-return retraction keeps hoses tidy and off the floor, reducing trip hazards and hose wear.
R3 with RACR Fittings
Several R3 models are available with RACR (Retracta Anti Crush Recoil) hose end fittings, which prevent the hose from kinking or being damaged at the connection point during retraction. RACR models are identified by the "C" in the model code (e.g. ARC320B-01, ARC420R-01) and are recommended for higher-use applications where hose longevity matters.
Enclosed Standard Air Hose Reels
Retracta enclosed standard reels (ESAW series) feature a protective housing around the reel body, keeping the mechanism clean in dusty or dirty environments such as fabrication shops, earthmoving workshops and food processing facilities. Available in 3/8" x 15m and 1/2" x 10m configurations.
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