Dixon 4" Steel Hose Mender

The Dixon DM46 is a 4" hose mender designed for joining compatible hose sections using a straight hose barb-to-hose barb connection. Its heavy-duty steel construction provides a durable connection for industrial hose assemblies.

Manufactured from zinc-plated steel, the DM46 features 4" (100 mm) hose connections on both ends and an overall length of approximately 7-3/8".

Key Features

• Dixon part number DM46
• 4" (100 mm) nominal hose size
• 4" hose barb x 4" hose barb configuration
• Straight hose mender design
• Zinc-plated steel construction
• Overall length approximately 7-3/8" (187 mm)
• Manufacturer-listed weight: 4.7 lb

Construction Details

The DM46 uses a double-ended barbed profile designed to insert into compatible 4" hose. Multiple raised ribs along each shank provide gripping surfaces for securing the hose with an appropriate clamping system.

Zinc-plated steel construction combines mechanical strength with a protective plated surface suitable for demanding hose assembly environments.

Important Notes

Dixon specifies that hose menders are not for compressible products such as air, nitrogen, or steam.

Working pressure depends on hose construction, the clamping system used, and the specific application. Consult Dixon for appropriate pressure recommendations.

For oil suction and discharge hose assemblies, Dixon recommends testing the coupled hose to 1-1/2 times its working pressure for 15 minutes without leakage or coupling movement.