-8 Hose, Teflon, SS/Nylon Braid, BLACK
Quick Overview
- -8 AN PTFE hose, stainless braid, black nylon
- 27/64 in. ID, 2500 psi operating, 8000 psi burst
- Non-conductive PTFE liner
- Minimum bend radius 2-11/64 in.
- Takes Racetronix reusable and crimp PTFE ends
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$7.49
per Feet (USD)PTFE Hose, Stainless Braid, Black Nylon Over-Braid, -8 AN
27/64" (10.7 mm) inside diameter. 2500 psi operating, 8000 psi burst. Non-conductive.
The Racetronix TFT1168-08B is -8 AN PTFE (Teflon) hose: a smooth-bore, non-conductive PTFE liner, a 300 series stainless steel wire braid and a black nylon over-braid. The black nylon over-braid covers the stainless braid, gives the hose a clean black look and helps keep the braid from rubbing through wiring, paint and other lines.
It takes Racetronix reusable and crimp PTFE hose ends, and industry-standard smooth-bore PTFE hose ends from other makers. The charts near the bottom of this page list every Racetronix hose end that fits -8 PTFE hose. The same size is also available as TFT1170-08 (conductive, bare braid), TFT1170-08B (conductive, black Hytrel jacket), TFT1167-08 (non-conductive, bare braid), TFT1165-08B (non-conductive, PVC coated).
Key features
- -8 AN: 27/64" (10.7 mm) inside diameter.
- 2500 psi operating pressure, 8000 psi burst.
- Smooth-bore PTFE liner, non-conductive.
- 300 series stainless steel wire braid.
- Black nylon over-braid over the stainless braid.
- Minimum bend radius 2-11/64" (55 mm).
- Temperature range -94°F to 480°F.
- Meets or exceeds SAE 100R14.
This hose has a standard (non-conductive) PTFE liner. Fuel moving fast through a hose builds a static charge on a plain PTFE liner that can arc to the braid and pinhole the hose, so for fuel lines we recommend our conductive TFT1170 PTFE hose (TFT1170-08 or TFT1170-08B). Non-conductive PTFE hose is a good choice for oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering and other lines.
Specifications
| Part number | TFT1168-08B |
| AN size | -8 |
| Inside diameter | 27/64" (0.422", 10.7 mm) |
| Outside diameter | 35/64" (0.547", 13.9 mm) |
| Operating pressure | 2500 psi |
| Burst pressure | 8000 psi |
| Minimum bend radius | 2-11/64" (55 mm) |
| Liner | Smooth-bore PTFE, non-conductive |
| Reinforcement | 300 series stainless steel wire braid |
| Cover | Black nylon over-braid |
| Temperature | -94°F to 480°F (-70°C to 250°C) |
| Standard | Meets or exceeds SAE 100R14 |
| Fluids | Oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering and other automotive fluids. For fuel, see the conductive TFT1170. |
| Hose ends | Racetronix reusable and crimp PTFE hose ends for -8 hose. Not for rubber hose ends or push-lock fittings. |
Current production may vary from the image.
Making a hose assembly
Wrap the cut mark in masking tape and cut the hose square with a thin cutting disc. Leave the tape on while you push the hose into the nut, so the braids do not fray. Spread the braid so the ferrule (olive) sits between the braid and the PTFE liner, make sure no braid wires are trapped under the ferrule, then thread the fitting into the nut with an aluminum AN wrench. A small gap between the hexes is normal. Full steps are on each hose end page.
Size chart: TFT1168 and TFT1165 PTFE hose
Every size of our TFT1168 (nylon over-braid) and TFT1165 (PVC coated) PTFE hose. Both are non-conductive and share the same pressure ratings. This part is highlighted. Click a column heading to sort; on a phone, swipe the chart sideways.
| Part | AN size | Construction | Inside diameter | Operating pressure | Burst pressure | Bend radius |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TFT1168-03B | -3 | Stainless braid, black nylon over-braid | 9/64" (0.141", 3.6 mm) | 4000 psi | 12000 psi | 1-1/2" (37.5 mm) |
| TFT1168-04B | -4 | Stainless braid, black nylon over-braid | 3/16" (0.188", 4.8 mm) | 4000 psi | 12000 psi | 1-43/64" (42.5 mm) |
| TFT1168-06B | -6 | Stainless braid, black nylon over-braid | 21/64" (0.328", 8.3 mm) | 3000 psi | 10000 psi | 2" (50.8 mm) |
| TFT1168-08B | -8 | Stainless braid, black nylon over-braid | 27/64" (0.422", 10.7 mm) | 2500 psi | 8000 psi | 2-11/64" (55 mm) |
| TFT1168-10B | -10 | Stainless braid, black nylon over-braid | 33/64" (0.516", 13.1 mm) | 2000 psi | 6000 psi | 2-23/64" (60 mm) |
| TFT1168-12B | -12 | Stainless braid, black nylon over-braid | 41/64" (0.641", 16.3 mm) | 1000 psi | 4000 psi | 3-3/4" (95 mm) |
| TFT1165-06B | -6 | Stainless braid, black PVC coating | 21/64" (0.328", 8.3 mm) | 3000 psi | 10000 psi | 2" (50.8 mm) |
| TFT1165-08B | -8 | Stainless braid, black PVC coating | 27/64" (0.422", 10.7 mm) | 2500 psi | 8000 psi | 2-11/64" (55 mm) |
Reusable hose ends for -8 PTFE hose
Every Racetronix reusable PTFE hose end that fits -8 hose (31 parts). Rows are the end you connect to; columns are the angle. Click a part number to open it. Click a column heading to sort; on a phone, swipe the chart sideways.
| Connects to | Straight | 30° | 45° | 60° | 90° | 120° | 150° | 180° | Banjo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -6 AN JIC female | FIT-P8JF6 | — | FIT-P845JF6 | — | FIT-P890JF6 | — | — | FIT-P818JF06 | — |
| -8 AN JIC female | FIT-680108 | FIT-683008 | FIT-684508 | FIT-686008 | FIT-689008 FIT-690908 | FIT-681208 | FIT-681508 | FIT-681808 | — |
| -10 AN JIC female | FIT-P8JF10 | — | FIT-P845JF10 | — | FIT-P890JF10 | — | — | FIT-P818JF10 | — |
| -6 AN ORB male | FIT-P8RM6 | — | FIT-P845RM6 | — | FIT-P890RM6 | — | — | FIT-P8R1806 | — |
| -8 AN ORB male | FIT-680708 | — | — | — | FIT-689708 | — | — | FIT-P8R1808 | — |
| -10 AN ORB male | FIT-P8RM10 | — | FIT-P845RM10 | — | FIT-P890RM10 | — | — | FIT-P8R1810 | — |
| M16x1.5 male | — | — | FIT-PF845M165 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Banjo, -8 AN ORB banjo bolt | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | FIT-680008 FIT-680008LP |
Replacement ferrules (-8): FIT-OLIVE8B.
Replacement nuts (-8): FIT-TFNUT8B (black), FIT-TFNUT8BL (blue), FIT-TFNUT8G (gold), FIT-TFNUT8R (red), FIT-TFNUT8S (silver), FIT-TFNUT8V (violet).
See all reusable PTFE hose ends.
Crimp hose ends for -8 PTFE hose
Racetronix crimp PTFE hose ends that fit -8 hose (4 parts), for permanent assemblies made with a hose crimper. Each hose end page lists the finished crimp diameter. Click a part number to open it.
| Connects to | Straight | 45° | 90° |
|---|---|---|---|
| -8 AN JIC female | FIT-CP8F | FIT-CP8F45 | FIT-CP8F90 |
| 3/8" SAE J2044 EFI quick-connect female | FIT-CP8QDF38CL | — | — |
Crimp collars (-8): FIT-CP8C. Aluminum hose ends come with their collar; the collars are also sold as replacements.
See all crimp PTFE hose ends.
Frequently asked questions
Is it E85 compatible?
Yes. PTFE resists ethanol, E85, race fuels and the solvents in today’s gasoline, and it is essentially impermeable to fuel, so it does not swell, soften or let fuel vapour through the way rubber hose can. For fuel lines we recommend the conductive TFT1170.
Do I need conductive hose?
For fuel lines, we recommend it. Fuel flowing through a plain PTFE liner builds a static charge that can arc to the braid and pinhole the hose; a conductive liner drains it away. For oil, coolant, brake and similar lines, non-conductive PTFE hose is fine.
Which hose ends fit it?
Racetronix reusable and crimp PTFE hose ends for -8 hose (see the charts above), and industry-standard smooth-bore PTFE hose ends from other makers. Rubber hose ends and push-lock fittings do not fit PTFE hose.
Is it CARB certified?
We do not sell it as CARB certified. Certification applies to a tested, finished hose assembly, and our hose is assembled by the customer.
How do I cut it?
Wrap the cut in masking tape and cut square with a thin cutting disc, then check that no braid wires are frayed or pushed into the liner.
Questions and support
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