EN 1360 — fuel dispensing hoses
EN 1360 is the European standard for rubber hoses used on petrol-station fuel-dispensing pumps. It covers hoses for petrol and diesel and sets requirements for resistance to fuels, burst and working pressure, electrical conductivity (antistatic or conductive) and durability under repeated bending so fuel can be measured and dispensed safely.
EN 1360 is the European standard for rubber and plastics hoses and hose assemblies used on metered fuel-dispensing pumps at petrol stations. It applies to hoses that carry petrol (gasoline) and diesel from the dispenser to the nozzle.
Scope
The standard addresses the duty cycle of a dispenser hose: continuous contact with fuel, exposure to weather and UV, abrasion against the forecourt, and thousands of bending and pressurisation cycles. It defines the inner tube, reinforcement and cover requirements together with electrical properties.
Key requirements
- Resistance of the inner tube to petrol, diesel and oxygenated fuels.
- Defined working and burst pressure for safe pumping.
- Controlled electrical resistance — antistatic or fully conductive constructions to dissipate static charge.
- Weather, ozone and abrasion resistance of the cover.
- Flexibility and resistance to kinking after repeated use.
Electrical classification
| Property | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Antistatic | Limits build-up of static charge to a safe level |
| Conductive (with bonded wire) | Provides a continuous electrical path to earth |
How to select
Match the bore size to the dispenser flow rate, choose the electrical type required by the installation, and confirm the end fittings and length. Verify that the cover suits an outdoor forecourt and that the assembly is pressure-tested before use.
Frequently asked questions
It specifies rubber hoses for measured fuel dispensing at petrol stations, carrying petrol and diesel from the pump to the nozzle.
Flowing fuel generates static charge. Antistatic or conductive construction safely dissipates that charge to prevent sparks at the forecourt.
Yes. EN 1360 covers dispensing of petrol and diesel; the inner tube is formulated to resist both fuels and common oxygenated blends.
