EPeS IGL HPA S&F Braided Hose, 20 cm, QD Foster + 1/8 NPT - Grey

EPeS IGL HPA Hose S&F

The IGL variant is a special shortened 20cm supply hose that connects to the main supply hose with a QD Foster male end (we recommend the EPeS S&F hose) and attaches to a 4 or 6 mm fitting on the other end, to which the outlet hose from HPA systems is connected. The IGL hose is safe and reliable due to its multi-layer material and braiding, maintaining high air flow even under extreme bending.
Ideally, it should be placed into the pistol grip or under the buffer tube.

Super elastic and soft construction (Soft&Flexible) minimizes air flow drop even at maximum hose bend. With an internal diameter of 6 mm, the hose can handle high air flow demands, tested with Daytona systems. This hose is designed for working pressures up to 300 psi, ensuring its reliability and safety during use.
With a durable polyester braid and steel fittings, it offers high durability and long life even in tough conditions.
The braid is available in various colors, giving the EPeS hoses an attractive look.
The hose is manufactured in the Czech Republic, combining top materials and design to provide players with unparalleled performance and comfort during use.

Key Features

The hose is equipped on one side with a male QD Foster Series 2 coupling, which is a globally recognized standard, ensuring easy and safe handling of the hose. The hose thickness is 13 mm, and its multi-layer construction ensures that air flow remains constant even with sharp bends. Improvements over the Mk.I version include a softer hose with greater flow and improved fitting attachments.

• Elastic and soft:
  This Soft&Flexible hose minimizes air flow drop even at maximum bend, ensuring continuous and reliable performance during play.
  
  
• Widebore construction:
  With an internal diameter of 6 mm, the hose can handle high air flow demands, tested with Daytona systems.
  
  
• Working pressure:
  The hose can safely operate at pressures up to 300 psi.
  
  
• Quality braid:
  Available in various colors – dark black, olive green, coyote brown, dark red, and field grey – enhancing both aesthetics and comfort of use.
  
  
• QD Foster Series 2 coupling and 1/8 NPT (male thread):
  This globally recognized coupling ensures easy and safe handling of the hose.
  
  
• Highly durable material:
  The hose is made of PVC with a polyester braid and steel fittings, ensuring its long life even in tough conditions.

Technical Specifications

• Hose material: PVC with polyester braid and steel fittings
• Length: 20 cm
• Thickness: 13 mm
• Internal diameter: 6 mm (widebore, suitable for demanding systems like Daytona)
• Working pressure: Up to 300 psi
• Connector type: QD Foster Series 2 (male) + 1/8 NPT (male thread)

EPeS Hose Variants

To provide an endless number of combinations for your ideal HPA setup, EPeS offers the following HPA hose variants:

1. S&F braided hoses (lengths 80/100/115 cm):

• With QD Foster Series 2 female + male fittings
• With QD Foster Series 2 female + 1/8 NPT male thread (formerly known as Mk.II)

2. HPA system inlet hoses:

• IGL S&F for pistol grip, 20 cm length (QD male + screw-on male thread for 4/6mm fitting)
• IGL SlimLine for pistol grip (QD male + male thread for direct system installation like P* Jack/F1/F2 and others)
• USL SlimLine for stock (QD male + male thread for direct system installation like P* Jack/F1/F2 and others)

3. Straight hoses without braid (lengths 60/90/130 cm with 1/8 NPT male thread fittings):

• classic variant (pressure up to 900 psi, lower flow)
• coiled hose (pressure up to 900 psi, lower flow)

How to Assemble an HPA Setup:

Switching from manual and electric guns to HPA propulsion may seem complicated at first, but it actually follows the proven principle that you know from AEG guns.
The power source is not electricity, but compressed air. It needs to be placed in a bottle that screws onto the regulator, similar to how electric energy is placed in cells (batteries) and connected to the gun with a connector.
As energy flows from the battery through wires, air flows through the hose. The battery determines the performance based on the number of cells, while the HPA performance is managed by the regulator setting.
Then, air enters the HPA unit in the gearbox, where it takes care of the shot, just like electricity through the motor.

Therefore, for a complete HPA setup, you will need:

• HPA bottle with compressed air (larger bottle = more shots, but more weight and harder placement on gear)
• Regulator (set the output pressure according to the desired performance and unit capabilities)
• HPA hose (from the regulator to the outlet from the gun, preferably with QD couplings)
• HPA unit/system in the gun

If you want to learn more and get recommendations for suitable parts of HPA setups, read our article How to Assemble an HPA Setup!