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USCG Type A1 Blue Cover Fuel Hose, SAE J1527, 0.50 Inch ID, Up To 1250.00 PSI

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Description & Features

The DANFOSS Power Solutions Aeroquip FC234 Series Engine and Fuel Hose boasts remarkable durability with a 2-ply braid construction, making it ideal for marine fuel systems.

Designed to handle demanding applications involving diesel fuel, gasoline, hot lube oil, and water, this hose meets SAE J1527 Type A1 specifications for flame resistance and permeation resistance.

Its AQPreg; elastomer tube and blue elastomer cover, along with brass plated steel wire reinforcement, ensure reliable performance under high-pressure conditions of up to 1250 PSI.

A minimum bend radius of 2.25 inches allows for flexible installations, while the hose's ability to withstand temperatures from -40deg;F to +300deg;F makes it suitable for various environmental conditions.

Engineered without the need for a firesleeve, this marine fuel line is also qualified to SAE J1942-1 standards. Color-coded for easy identification, it features a robust blue cover designed for prolonged usability.

Supplier Part Number: FC234-10RL

Specifications

Brand
Aeroquip® by Danfoss
Color
Blue
Construction
2-Wire Braided
Cover Material
Chlorinated Polyethylene
grp Construction
AQP® Elastomer Tube, Brass Plated Steel Wire Reinforcement, Braided Refractory Insulation, Blue AQP® Elastomer Cover
Hose Type
Conductive, High-Temperature
Impulse Cycle
1200000
Inside Diameter
1/2 in
Lay Line Style
Inkjet
Nominal Size
10
Package Form
Reel
Qualified Hose Fittings
Reusable
Reinforcement
2-Ply Braided
Reinforcement Material
Brass-Plated Steel Wire
Segment Code
A
Series
FC234 Series
Tube Material
Chlorinated Polyethylene

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Product Questions & Answers (5)

Question by: Dustin P on Sep 21, 2025, 9:19 PM
got an inboard boat motor and need fuel line, is this the kind thats rated for marine use and not just regular auto hose?
Answer by: Customer Support on Sep 23, 2025, 5:22 PM
For marine fuel systems, this hose is built to meet SAE J1527 Type A1, which calls for flame resistance and higher permeation resistance. It is also qualified to SAE J1942-1 (May 2002) for marine fuel lines, and it is noted as not requiring a firesleeve.
Question by: Billy T on Jul 4, 2025, 6:37 AM
What kind of stuff can this hose handle? I'm thinkin' diesel and maybe some hot oil.
Answer by: Customer Support on Jul 6, 2025, 6:36 AM
This USCG Type A1 hose is designed for diesel fuel, gasoline, hot lube oil, and water, making it a superior choice for marine fuel systems. It also meets SAE J1527 Type A1 standards, meaning it's flame resistant and has increased permeation resistance.
Question by: Darryl S on Nov 25, 2025, 2:58 PM
does this hose hold up to gasoline and diesel both, or is it just rated for one fuel type?
Answer by: Customer Support on Nov 26, 2025, 6:57 PM
Rated for diesel fuel, gasoline, hot lube oil, and water, so it handles all of those without issue. The AQP elastomer tube and the braided refractory insulation work together to keep permeation down and hold up against the heat that fuel lines in a marine engine compartment can throw at it. It also meets SAE J1527 Type A1, which is the flame resistant, increased permeation resistance classification, so you are not limited to a single fuel type.
Question by: Warren P on Feb 24, 2026, 4:09 PM
got a tight spot by the tank, how sharp can i bend this 1/2 inch fuel hose without kinkin it
Answer by: Customer Support on Feb 26, 2026, 9:24 AM
For routing in cramped areas, the minimum bend radius on this hose is 2.25 inches. Staying at or above that radius helps it flex without kinking during installation.
Question by: Ross P on Aug 15, 2025, 12:17 PM
What kind of fuels can this hose handle without breaking down?
Answer by: Customer Support on Aug 16, 2025, 1:50 PM
This Aeroquip hose is made to work with diesel, gasoline, hot lube oil, and even water, making it pretty versatile for different systems.

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