Trident vs. Shields Sanitation Hose - Same Hose?

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douglee25

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I read on Trident's site about their history. It talks about them being a part of Shields at one time, although now they are considered a competitor.

My question is that both Trident and Shields list a sanitation hose model #101. Are these two hoses identical?

Thanks again.

Doug
 
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Originally posted by Robyns Nest

Go for the better Sealand hose if you can.

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From the research that I've done, Trident 101 is probably one of the best hoses on the market, no?

Doug
 
No,

Sealand PVC hose is, odor doesn't permeate like the standard hose.

Pricey.
 
This was passed along to me by a friend who knows more about the different brands of hose than I do - but I can't necessarily vouch for its accuracy:

"Almost all white hose IS flex PVC...the most common in the marine market is Shields #148. The only exception I know of is Trident 101...or maybe 102...they're both the same double walled rubber hose, just different colors...one of which is white.

Every other white hose is some type of flexible PVC...and has been for decades. But all flex PVC hose is NOT created equal. Some has a tighter molecular structure--and therefore is more odor resistant...some--especially hot tub hose--has a very loose molecular structure that'll permeate in a heartbeat. So will MPI, SeaLand OTHER THAN "Odorsafe," Shields or Trident #148 (though not as fast as some others).

Btw...this (from the website at the link you provided) isn't true: "While white Flex PVC does have an NSF rating, it is not suitable for potable (drinking) water applications."

Maybe theirs isn't, but Trident and Shields #148 flex PVC #148 is rated for both sanitation and potable water...and also for below waterline installation. Which only illustrates what I said above: all flex PVC is NOT created equal."
 
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