“Smooth-Tube TPR”

$94.44$940.25
Temperature Range: -60°F to +275°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, & 10

“Thermoplastic Flex Medium-Duty WS”

$73.75$1,915.75
Temperature Range: -40°F to 275°F. Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, & 24

“Thermoplastic Flex Medium-Duty”

$131.50$1,737.75
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to 275°F. Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, & 24

“Neoprene Flex Conductive”

$441.75$2,542.25
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1, 1.25, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, & 18

“Thermoplastic Flex White”

$190.50$1,570.00
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, & 12

“Thermoplastic Flex Super Reinforced”

$187.25$1,557.50
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -50°F to +285°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, & 18

“Thermoplastic Flex Heavy-Duty”

$159.75$2,538.50
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +275°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.25, 1.5, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, & 16

“Neoprene Flex Metal Free”

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Temperature Range: -40°F to +160°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.25, 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, & 24

“Neoprene Flex – 2 ply WS”

$320.40$2,607.50
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, & 12

“Neoprene Flex – 2 ply Heavy-Duty”

$386.00$3,662.50
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, & 24

“Neoprene Flex – 2 ply”

$256.20$12,813.63
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1, 1.25, 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 2.75, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 28, 30, 36, 40, 42, & 48

“Thermoplastic Flex Light-Duty”

$128.00$1,182.00
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +275°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, & 12

“Thermoplastic Flex Extra Light-Duty”

$121.25$549.00
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +275°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, & 6

“Neoprene Flex – 1 ply”

$288.25$1,668.00
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -65°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, & 12

Aluminum Connectors

$21.15$69.99
Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, & 24

Stainless Steel Connectors

$30.27$50.59
Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, & 12

Screw Clamps

$9.20$435.97
Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, & 20

Bridge Clamps

$8.29$21.19
Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, & 12

J-Lock Connectors

$46.20$70.91
Sizes I.D. (in.): 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, & 20

What Types of Rubber Are Used in Duct Hoses?

There are two types of rubber used in our flexible duct products, thermoplastic rubber and neoprene.

  1. Thermoplastic rubber is a relatively new class of rubber that combines some of the qualities of plastics with that of elastomers. It has the resilience of vulcanized natural rubber or nitrile. But it also has excellent flexibility, strength and better plasticity. Thermoplastic rubbers have better functional qualities at significantly lower material costs. Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) are sometimes referred to as thermoplastic rubbers (TPR). The benefit of using thermoplastic elastomers in a hose is its ability to stretch to moderate elongations and return to its near original shape creating a longer life and better physical range than other rubber products. Thermoplastics also have a wider a working temperature range. Generally, a Thermoplastic hose can operate effectively between -60°F and +275°F. This is really a great quality since a high temp rubber hose is far less expensive that one made from silicone. The key properties of thermoplastic rubber include excellent fatigue resistance, chemical resistance, impact resistance, and high recyclability. Thermoplastic flexible ducts offer better overall results are a lower price-point.
  2. Neoprene is a special kind of synthetic rubber that is manufactured through the processing of the material chloroprene. The first successful synthetic rubbers, known as neoprene, was developed by DuPont by a scientist named of E. K. Bolton. Neoprene was highly valued during the war effort as the supply of Natural rubber, coming from South America and Africa, had been erratic. Neoprene’s ability to resist heat and chemicals such as oil and gasoline, and its use as an insulating material in machinery made it even more valuable as WWII ensued and the automotive industry blossomed. Neoprene rubber is a highly flexible and stable material, even when applied in a thin layer and bent repeatedly. For this reason, neoprene is often used as a seal or gasketing material to protect two hard surfaces from coming together. In flexible ducting, neoprene is a coating that is added to a fabric. Since fabrics like polyester are flexible and offer good flex fatigue, meaning they do no crack or rip easily when flexed, they make a good material for a flexible hose. What the industry often calls “canvas” ducting are coated fabric ducts that behave like a canvas and are made from polyester that has been dipped in an elastomer like neoprene. Neoprene coated polyester ducts are used in material handling and air ventilation applications because of their durability when flexed. In addition, the thickness of the ductwork, or the dipped fabric, can be amended with added coatings.

“Thermoplastic Flex Light-Duty”

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What is a Flexible Rubber Duct Used for?

Flexible rubber hoses have a broad range of qualities that allows for their use in very different types of industries. What are rubber hoses used for? Here are 5 applications that rubber duct hoses are used for.

  1. Air ventilation has a tremendous demand for flexible ducts that can ventilate large volumes of air while withstanding the elements. Hoses used in temporary ventilation need to resist weathering and the outdoors, they also need to be very compressible and flexible. Our Wind Handler series of ducts are single-ply neoprene coated polyester fabric hose reinforced with a spring steel wire helix. Theis neoprene coated ductwork are durable, compressible and flexible.
  2. Fumes, since Both Neoprene and Thermoplastic rubbers exhibit excellent chemical resistance, flexible rubber ducts like our Neoprene-Flex series are a great option for chemical fume movement. Neoprene is renowned for its resistance to petroleum solutions. This includes many fumes that are generated from solvents, and oils. Neoprene can also withstand methyl and ethyl alcohols and some alkaline solutions. Hoses made from neoprene make for an exceptional rubber exhaust hose.
  3. Abrasive dust removal as an application makes perfect sense for both thermoplastic and neoprene coated fabric hoses. Woodworking dust, or by products of sand and gravel when moved through a hose, can be very abrasive. Rubber is the perfect wear surface to handle this abrasion. Flexible rubber ducts are also very affordable and when used as a wear surface are an inexpensive option.
  4. Litter and leaf vac collection is an ideal use for a thermoplastic rubber hoses. This class of duct has excellent outdoor life, excellent abrasion resistance and is very flexible. TPR hoses have excellent flex-fatigue which makes them a quality hose for the collection of landscaping byproducts.
  5. Woodworking Dust removal in woodworking shops and factories is imperative. Wood dust is also associated with cancers, irritation of the eyes, nose and throat, dermatitis, and respiratory system effects which include decreased lung capacity and allergic reactions. Flexible rubber ducts are an excellent abrasion resistant option for woodworkers looking to purchase a hose on a budget.

“Thermoplastic Flex Super Reinforced”

Thermoplastic flex super reinforced entry triple hose shot
Thermoplastic Flex Super Reinforced black in color U shaped

“Thermoplastic Flex Super Reinforced”

  • Combines the ozone, UV, weathering, and chemical resistance of thermoplastic rubber with the tensile strength and fatigue resistance of fabric hoses
  • Offers the better tear strength, puncture, & abrasion resistance than traditional reinforced woven neoprene & thermoplastic hoses
  • Handles higher positive pressures than non-reinforced thermoplastic rubber hoses

The “Thermoplastic Flex Super Reinforced” is a reinforced material handling hose designed for heavy-duty applications that require more abrasion resistance than ordinary thermoplastic flexible ducts. This rubber hose is unique because its hose material is a combination of thermoplastic rubber and non-woven polyester fabric, which makes it more durable and resistant than similar duct hoses. The thermoplastic material gives this rubber hose greater chemical, ozone, and weathering resistance, while also providing a longer life in extreme hot and cold environments. Due to its non-woven polyester fabric reinforcement, this thermoplastic hose is also more resistant to tearing, punctures, and abrasion. The thermoplastic hose is reinforced with a spring steel wire helix that gives this hose even more protection and durability. This product is specifically made for heavy-duty applications involving abrasives and materials.

“Neoprene Flex – 1 ply”

$288.25$1,668.00
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -65°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, & 12

“Neoprene Flex – 2 ply Heavy-Duty”

$386.00$3,662.50
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, & 24

“Neoprene Flex – 2 ply WS”

$320.40$2,607.50
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, & 12

“Neoprene Flex – 2 ply”

$256.20$12,813.63
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1, 1.25, 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 2.75, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 28, 30, 36, 40, 42, & 48

What is the Temperature Range of a Rubber Hose?

Generally thermoplastic hoses can handle from a -60°F to a +275°F while neoprene coated fabric hoses operate between -40°F and +250°F. In addition, neoprene coated fiberglass fabric hoses handle up to +300°F, which is ideal for some automotive applications.
In terms of working temperature range a rubber exhaust hose occupies a very interesting space. Since PVC and vinyl hoses can only handle up to +160°F, and silicone coated fiberglass ducts handle up to +550°F, there is a gap this space for an effective temperature tolerant hose. If an operator needs a quality high temp hose that operates beyond +160°F, then they will have to use either silicone coated fiberglass or a flexible rubber duct hose. If +250°F, +275°F, +300°F are top limits that will work for an operator, then we think that using one of the options in high temp rubber hose is great idea. These hoses have better flexibility, better bend radius, are more affordable, are generally in stock and have far better impact and abrasion resistance than their silicone counterparts.

“Neoprene Flex – 2 Ply WS”

Neoprene Flex 2 ply WS two hoses black and yellow in color both pointing bottom right
Neoprene Flex 2 ply WS hose black and yellow in color U shaped

“Neoprene Flex – 2 Ply”

Neoprene Flex 2 ply Black in color wrapped around itself pointing at the screen

“Thermoplastic Flex Medium-Duty”

    • Designed for wide temperature ranges while maintaining flexibility.
    • Great moisture and UV resistance
    • Excellent chemical resistance
    • Smooth interior assures minimal friction loss and efficient air flow

The “Thermoplastic Flex Medium-Duty” flexible hose is a great general all-purpose thermoplastic hose for medium-duty applications. This flexible hose is made from thermoplastic rubber. Thermoplastic rubbers are a class of copolymers that possess both thermoplastic and elastomeric properties, generally made from a mix of plastic and rubber. Thermoplastic rubber products have a successful track record in a wide range of automotive, industrial and commercial applications. These rubber hoses have reduced weight, lower costs, consistent performance, and are recyclable, unlike thermoset rubber compounds. Thermoplastic rubber ducts exhibit durability to extreme temperature and chemical exposure while offering excellent flexibility and abrasion resistance.

Our thermoplastic rubber ducts are also reinforced with a spring steel wire helix that serves to provide protection and durability for the hose. This flexible hose has a smooth interior that allows minimal friction loss and provides efficient airflow. These medium-duty rubber hoses are ideal for applications involving abrasives, dust, and light materials. The thermoplastic composition also provides excellent moisture, UV, and ozone protection for these industrial ducts.

“Thermoplastic Flex Medium-Duty”

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Application Focus: Using a Rubber Duct Hose for Leaf Vac Removal

What is the best vacuum hose for picking up leaves? We think that rubber is one of the best options.
Leaf vacuum applications require flexible ducts that a durable. Rubber as a class of hose, is one of many choices in the industry. Rubber ducts are more affordable than urethane hoses which makes them an option for the budget conscious. When compared to PVC or vinyl hose options, “Thermoplastic-Flex” or our “Neoprene-Flex” are far more durable. In addition, rubber duct hoses are available with an exterior wear strip. The wear strip is an extra layer of wear surface that is added to the ridges of hoses. This makes for a more durable hose by protecting parts that are exposed to scraping when the duct is dragged around. Urethane and PVC hoses do not offer this feature.
Rubber material handling hose have a variety of grades that allow end users to choose hoses with heavier wall thicknesses vs. lighter options. As the wall thickness of a rubber duct increases, its life expectancy from wear increases as well. However thicker wall hoses are less flexible, heavier and less compressible. Leaf and landscaping by products are onto themselves very coarse, abrasive and sometimes sharp. One commonly overlooked offshoot is the collection of dirt, sand and rocks as the leaf collector operates. These media are extremely damaging to the equipment that collects them. Flexible ducts are “sandblasted” when used in this application as is the internal body of the machinery.
Need a longer hose for your leaf vac? We offer rubber hoses in 12.5ft, 25ft and 50ft lengths from inventory. This makes it easy to shop for lengths that you need and if you choose to inventory a length for future consideration, then purchasing a longer hose is probably a smart idea. This reduces downtime and reduces the shipping costs of the product.

Hose and Duct Accessories Collection

Bridge Clamps

$8.29$21.19
Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, & 12

J-Lock Connectors

$46.20$70.91
Sizes I.D. (in.): 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, & 20

Screw Clamps

$9.20$435.97
Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, & 20

Stainless Steel Connectors

$30.27$50.59
Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, & 12

“Thermoplastic Flex White”

Thermoplastic Flex White in Color pointing bottomright
U shaped thermoplastic Flex White in Color

Types of Flexible Thermoplastic Rubber Hose

Thermoplastic-Flex Series: the below are all made from the same material. The difference is in the thickness of the wall, their compressibility, flexibility, and wear life.

  1. Thermoplastic Flex Extra Light Duty
    Most compressible and flexible thermoplastic rubber hose
    Easy to install in tight spaces
    Wall Thickness:  .012 Inch
  2. Thermoplastic Flex Light Duty
    Excellent compressibility and flexibility
    Wall Thickness:  .020 Inch
  3. Thermoplastic Flex Medium Duty
    Medium weight offers excellent wear life
    Despite wall thickness, yet very flexible
    Wall thickness: 0.025 inch (2” ID),
    0.030 inch (2.5” ID and above)
  4. Thermoplastic Flex Medium Duty WS
    Medium weight offers excellent wear life
    Despite wall thickness, yet very flexible
    Wall thickness: 0.025 inch (2” ID),
    0.030 inch (2.5” ID and above)
    With a yellow external wearstrip designed to protect from external wear
  5. Thermoplastic Flex Heavy-Duty
    Suitable for more demanding positive and negative pressure applications
    Wall Thicknesses:  0.035 Inch (1.5” to 3.5”),
    0.045 Inch (4” to 7.5”),
    0.054” (8” and above)
  6. Thermoplastic Flex Super Reinforced
    Better than traditional reinforced woven neoprene & thermoplastic hoses
    Offers the better tear strength, puncture, & abrasion resistance
    Handles higher positive pressures than non-reinforced thermoplastic rubber hoses
    Wall Thickness:  .020 Inch
  7. Thermoplastic Flex White
    Manufactured with FDA acceptable materials
    Great moisture & UV resistance
    Excellent chemical resistance
    Smooth interior assures minimal friction loss & efficient air flow

“Thermoplastic Flex Heavy-Duty”

Thermoplastic Flex Heavy Duty Black in Color Upside-down U shaped pointing bottom right
Short Length Hoses Interchangeable
Overstock Inventory Interchangeable

“Neoprene Flex Conductive”

2 black neoprene hoses half shown length downwards
Neoprene Flex Conductive Flex Black in Color Flex laid out

Types of Flexible Neoprene Coated Polyester Duct

  1. Wind Handler
    Ideal for moving large volumes of air
    Highly compressible
    Retractibility allows for convenient storage and transport
    Listed as UL 94 V-0 flame retardant
  2. Wind Handler WS
    Like the Wind Handler but with a wear strip
    Wearstrip offers additional external and drag resistant
  3. Wind Handler Insulated TU
    Insulated
    Good for air handling applications
    High tensile strength
    Wearstrip offers additional external abrasion & drag resistance
  4. Neoprene Flex - 1 ply
    Recommended for light duty, low pressure applications
    Extremely flexible
    Neoprene coating offers excellent abrasion and chemical resistance
    Designed for wide temperature ranges
    Listed as UL 94 V-0 flame retardant
    Temperature Range: - 65°F to + 250°F
  5. Neoprene Flex - 2 ply
    Good crush resistant and tensile strength
    Neoprene coating offers excellent abrasion and chemical resistance
    Good flexibility
    More durable than double ply cotton hoses
    Listed as UL 94 V-0 flame retardant
    Additional coating available
    Available in Metric sizes
  6. Neoprene Flex - 2 ply WS
    All of the qualities of the Neoprene Flex - 2 ply plus
    Wearstrip offers additional external abrasion & drag resistance
  7. Neoprene Flex - 2 ply HD
    Neoprene and nylon construction offers flex life
    Handles both positive and negative pressure
    Excellent tensile strength
    Available with an external wearstrip
    Additional coatings available for better abrasion &/or chemical resistance
  8. Neoprene Flex Conductive
    More durable than double-ply cotton hoses
    High conductivity reduces the danger of static build up
    Allows electrostatic buildup to escape when properly grounded
    Surface Resistance Level: 103 to 105 Ohms/Square
  9. Neoprene Flex Metal Free
    Completely non-metallic and non-magnetic
    Non-metallic polyethylene rod helix eliminates sparking and
    Resists corrosion & permanent deformation
    Lightweight and flexible, easily ovalizes for installation in tight places

“Thermoplastic Flex Heavy-Duty”

$159.75$2,538.50
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +275°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.25, 1.5, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, & 16

“Thermoplastic Flex Medium-Duty WS”

$73.75$1,915.75
Temperature Range: -40°F to 275°F. Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, & 24

“Thermoplastic Flex Medium-Duty”

$131.50$1,737.75
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to 275°F. Sizes I.D. (in.): 1.5, 1.75, 2, 2.25, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, & 24

“Thermoplastic Flex White”

$190.50$1,570.00
Lead Time 4-6 Weeks Temperature Range: -40°F to +250°F Sizes I.D. (in.): 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, & 12

“Neoprene Flex Metal Free”

neoprene flex metal free
Neoprene flex metal free flexed close up

“Smooth-Tube TPR”

“Smooth-Tube TPR”

Application Focus: Can I Use a Rubber Duct to Collect Wood Dust?

What is wood dust?
Wood dust and wood particles are created when machinery and equipment are used to cut, sand or profile lumber. Large volumes of wood particles are produced in lumbermills, furniture-making and other related industries.
Why is wood dust harmful?
Exposure to wood dust has long been associated with a variety of adverse health effects, including dermatitis, allergic respiratory effects, mucosal and nonallergic respiratory effects, and cancer. The biggest threat to a woodworker comes not in the form of bodily injury from a power tool, but from wood dust.
What are some safety measures to reduce wood dust in a workshop?
Masks, respirators, air filters and air exhaust are all well and good and are a mandatory part of safety equipment. But the most important apparatus needed is a dust collector with a 4-Inch flexible rubber hose.
We offer two distinct types of rubber hose products. For a flexible and economically efficient hose, we offer coated fabric hoses that are coated with rubber. The rubber coated fabric hoses have the added benefit of being available in many size and some very large internal diameter sizes. Rubber ducts up to 52 inches in diameter can be custom made to required lengths.
The second type of rubber ducting product we have available are thermoplastic rubber hoses. These hoses are great industrial rubber hoses because of their fantastic durability and extra resistance to UV light and ozone damage. In addition to protection from ozone and UV damage, the industrial rubber hoses also feature moderate resistance to harsh chemicals. The thermoplastic hoses are a great option for applications that involve temperatures up to 275 degrees Fahrenheit. Even at high temperatures these ducting products retain their flexibility and durability. We stock this hose is sizes from 2-inch diameter to 12-inch ID and can ship them within 24-hours of an order.
Both versions of rubber ducting are available in a variety of wall thickness. This allows the operators to choose between the more flexible thin-walled products or the more wear-resistant thick-walled ducting. Rubber is also an affordable choice as well as a durable option. When compared to polyurethanes or PVC products, this variety of hose offers a middle ground between durability and costs!

“Smooth-Tube TPR”

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