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Jumpovers

Jumpover is the common name for the connector that transfers heating medium from one section of jacketed piping to another, or from one bolt-on heating jacket to another.  Flexible metal jumpover hoses provide a speedy installation alternative to hard piping and stainless tubing jumpovers.  Many plants and refineries use CSI flexible jumpovers to transfer steam, hot water, and hot oil.

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The standard jumpover configuration for steam service is a 3/4-in. hose (Type 321 stainless steel core covered by a Type 304 stainless steel braid) with a female JIC hydraulic connection on each end. Adapters are also provided for connecting the JIC hose fitting to standard 3/4-in. couplings on the jacketed piping or bolt-on heating jacket. Other hose sizes (1/2 and 1 in.) and connection configurations are available. CSI flexible jumpovers come pre-insulated with closed-cell, silicone sponge insulation good for temperatures up to 400°F. Flexible fiberglass insulating jackets for higher temperature service are available. Standard flexible jumpovers for hot oil service are 1-in. double-braided.

For proper jumpover installation, the following guidelines should be followed:

Jumpover Hose Installation

The following report may be helpful when troubleshooting steam leaks with jumpover hoses:

Jumpover Leak Report