{"title":"Oxy\/LPG Hose Reels","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOxy-LPG Hose Reel Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOxy-LPG (oxygen + LPG) = ALTERNATIVE to oxy-acetylene for CUTTING + HEATING + brazing — particularly larger-volume work + lower flame temperature applications. Hose reels organize + protect twin oxy-LPG hoses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOxy-LPG Hose Reel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-Reel Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBench-side setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring-Retract Reel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop bay convenience\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual Wind Reel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEconomical + reliable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall \/ Ceiling Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Lengths (10m \/ 15m \/ 20m+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch to bay coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin Hose (Oxygen + LPG)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSide-by-side or bonded twin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement Hose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eService + safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect HOSES regularly — cracks + leaks = fire risk. Flashback arrestors MANDATORY both ends. LPG is HEAVIER than air — ventilation important. Compliance: AS 4839 + AS 4603. Brands: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/retracta\"\u003eRetracta\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/macnaught\"\u003eMacnaught\u003c\/a\u003e. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/oxy-acetylene-hose-reels\"\u003eoxy-acetylene hose reels\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/gas-welding-equipment\"\u003egas welding equipment\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/hose-reels-accessories\"\u003ehose reels + accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOxy-LPG Hose Reels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOxy-LPG (oxygen and LPG) is the alternative to oxy-acetylene for cutting, heating, and brazing work — particularly where larger-volume heating is needed or where the cleaner combustion of LPG suits the application. AIMS Industrial stocks twin-hose oxy-LPG reels for workshops running LPG-based gas equipment, with components specifically rated for LPG service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes oxy-LPG different from oxy-acetylene\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHose construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — LPG hose has a different inner liner than acetylene, formulated for compatibility with LPG over long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e — LPG fittings use different colour coding (red for fuel, but with LPG-specific connection types in some standards)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressure rating\u003c\/strong\u003e — LPG often runs at higher cylinder pressure than acetylene, with appropriate regulator output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorking temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e — LPG flames are slightly cooler than acetylene, suiting heating and brazing more than precision cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe reel types we stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring-retract twin-hose reels\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard for workshop cutting and heating bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-cranked twin-hose reels\u003c\/strong\u003e — for longer hose runs and heavier-duty service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-frame versus enclosed\u003c\/strong\u003e — enclosed protects the hose; open-frame is lighter and easier to service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use oxy-LPG over oxy-acetylene\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLPG is widely available, cheaper than acetylene per unit of heat output, and produces less soot in heating and brazing applications. The flame temperature is lower than acetylene (about 2,800°C versus 3,150°C), so for the highest-precision cutting work acetylene retains an edge — but for heating, soft soldering, brazing, and general cutting in mild steel, LPG performs well. For trade workshops, the choice often comes down to gas supply availability and the dominant work type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrands stocked at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoxreel and Macnaught both supply LPG-rated reels — the construction and components are similar to their oxy-acetylene reels but with hose and fittings specifically rated for LPG service. Don't substitute oxy-acetylene hose on an LPG reel — the inner liner can degrade differently and the colour coding becomes confused, both of which are safety problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInspection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLPG hose deteriorates with age and UV exposure, particularly the outer jacket. Inspect the hose at every retract for cracking, abrasion, or any visible damage. Replace hoses showing wear — the cost is trivial against the safety risk of an undetected leak. Smell of LPG near the reel or at the torch is the usual first sign of a developing leak; a soapy water test confirms the leak point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMounting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWall-mounted suits single-bay use; ceiling-mounted suits multi-bay workshops with overhead service feeds; column-mounted suits centralised welding bays. The mounting affects how the hose drops to the work and how easily the reel can be inspected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help speccing an oxy-LPG reel or sourcing replacement hose? \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll match the spec to your equipment and bay layout.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"retracta-r3-1-4-x-15m-oxy-lpg-hose-reel-og215k-04","title":"Retracta R3 1\/4\" x 15m Oxy \u0026 LPG Hose Reel OG215K-04","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:32px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eHose storage and retraction for workshop fluid distribution\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eBuilt for air, water, oil or grease working pressures\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eEnclosed reel construction protects the internal mechanism\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eHose storage and retraction for distributed workshop fluid delivery. 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