A smooth shower hose extrusion line makes PVC bathroom shower hoses with an internal reinforcement layer, a smooth outer PVC layer and decorative finish options such as matte, gloss, silver, chrome-look or multi-color surfaces. Jinxin supplies the configured extrusion line, not finished shower hoses or metal hose assembly equipment.
Smooth Shower Hose Extrusion Line Manufacturer
Smooth Shower Hose Extrusion Line
PVC smooth bathroom shower hose extrusion line — configured for an inner PVC layer, an internal reinforcement layer and a smooth outer layer, with matte, gloss, silver, chrome-look and multi-color finish options. Jinxin supplies the configured extrusion line, not finished shower hoses or metal hose assembly equipment.
Quick Facts
Field Reference
Line type Smooth PVC shower hose extrusion line
Finished product Smooth PVC bathroom shower hose with matte, gloss, silver, chrome-look or multi-color finish
Hose structure Inner PVC layer + internal reinforcement layer + smooth outer PVC layer
Common platform SJ55 / SJ65 single screw configuration
Reference line speed About 8-10 m/min, depending on hose size, layer structure, finish method and factory test result
Quote basis Itemized by platform, layer structure, finish method, cutting/winding method and service scope
Smooth Shower Hose Line Running Video
Watch a Jinxin smooth PVC shower hose extrusion line running. The video shows the line test for the agreed hose type, surface finish and startup references before shipment.
Running line videoFactory test referenceSmooth hose sample
Watch Running Video Internal Reinforcement and Smooth Surface Control
A smooth PVC shower hose is not just a soft PVC tube. Its feel, pressure behavior and surface look depend on an internal reinforcement layer and a smooth outer PVC layer working together. For smooth PVC shower hose production, this is a standard structure, not an optional add-on.
Internal Reinforcement Layer
An internal reinforcement layer supports hose pressure resistance and flexibility while staying hidden inside the wall. Reinforcement tension is matched with extrusion and haul-off speed so the tube does not deform during continuous production.
Smooth Outer PVC Layer
The outer PVC layer must fully cover the reinforcement so the finished hose keeps a smooth, even hand feel with no yarn pattern showing through. Die design, layer distribution and cooling stability decide whether the surface looks clean and feels consistent.
Finish and Color Consistency
Matte, gloss, silver, chrome-look and multi-color finishes need different process decisions. Matte, gloss and multi-color surfaces are usually achieved through a coating or paint-related finish, or through a PVC color formulation; chrome-look and silver metallic-look surfaces use thermal transfer film locked between layers. Jinxin reviews the target sample before recommending the finish method.
If your product is a visible yarn reinforced hose rather than a smooth bathroom hose, see the PVC braided hose extrusion line page instead. PVC braided hose extrusion line
How Smooth Shower Hose Is Made
A smooth PVC shower hose is made by extruding an inner PVC tube, applying an internal reinforcement layer, covering it with a smooth outer PVC layer and forming the decorative finish — then cooling, pulling and collecting it as one synchronized extrusion line, not as metal hose assembly or finished hose supply.
PVC Compound Feeding
Soft PVC compound is fed into the single screw extruder. The formulation sets hose flexibility, surface quality and pressure behavior.
Single Screw Extrusion / Co-Extrusion
The compound is plasticized and extruded through the inner tube die. For multi-layer structures, co-extrusion applies the layers in sequence.
Internal Reinforcement Control
The reinforcement layer is applied inside the hose wall and synchronized with extrusion speed. It supports pressure and flexibility while staying hidden.
Outer Smooth Layer Forming
The outer PVC layer is formed over the reinforcement so the yarn stays fully covered and the surface stays smooth.
Cooling and Haul-Off
The hose passes through stainless steel cooling tanks, then a belt haul-off pulls it at synchronized speed without surface marking.
Cutting or Winding
Depending on the product, the hose is servo-cut to fixed lengths or wound onto reels for collection.
This is a short process reference for disambiguation. The exact flow is configured around the finished hose sample, layer structure and factory conditions.
Smooth PVC Shower Hose Types and Finish Options
This line is configured for smooth PVC bathroom shower hoses. The surface finish is selected by sample — coating or paint-related finish, thermal transfer or sample-based PVC color formulation — and is not extended to stainless steel hose or silicone hose products.
Matte and Gloss Finishes
Standard smooth surfaces produced through a coating or paint-related finish, or a PVC color formulation, selected by sample for a clean hand feel and consistent gloss level.
Silver and Chrome-Look Finishes
Metallic-look surfaces produced through thermal transfer film locked between layers. Chrome-look and silver finishes usually run at a lower line speed to keep the finish stable.
Multi-Color Finishes
Multi-color or decorative surfaces produced through a coating or paint-related finish, reviewed against the target sample. The finish method is selected by local regulation, process preference and production cost.
Technical Parameters
| Field | Reference |
|---|---|
| Main extruder platform | SJ55 / SJ65 single screw configuration |
| Product type | Smooth PVC bathroom shower hose with internal reinforcement |
| Reference line speed | About 8-10 m/min; chrome-look / silver finish runs slower |
| Surface finish | Coating or paint-related finish, thermal transfer, or sample-based PVC color formulation, selected by sample |
| Final confirmation | Based on finished sample, PVC compound, OD / wall thickness and factory test run |
Reference line speed depends on hose size, layer structure, finish method and factory test result. Output is confirmed against the buyer's sample, not by a fixed kg/h figure.
Footprint reference (SJ65-based complete line): about 26-28 m × 6 m × 3.8 m, with an installed power of about 90-95 kW and a typical running power of about 45-50 kW, covering the main extruder, internal reinforcement unit, outer layer co-extrusion, cooling tanks, haul-off, cutting or winding and finish module. Actual layout is adjusted to the target product and factory conditions. The buyer prepares the air compressor and air receiver locally.
Price and Configuration Scope
FOB Turnkey Price Reference: USD 50,000-80,000 for a configured smooth PVC shower hose extrusion line.
This reference is for a configured full production line, not a bare single screw extruder, a basic manual machine, or a finished shower hose price. Most smooth PVC shower hose projects are based on an SJ55 or SJ65 platform. The final quotation depends mainly on the hose structure and line configuration, not on hose diameter alone.
Configuration factors that change the quote
| Configuration Factor | Why It Changes The Quote |
|---|---|
| SJ55 or SJ65 platform | Platform size is selected by hose diameter range and output target. |
| Internal reinforcement | The reinforcement unit is a standard part of the line and must be synchronized with inner and outer extrusion. |
| Surface finish method | Coating or paint-related finish, thermal transfer or sample-based PVC color formulation changes downstream scope and tooling. |
| Thermal transfer / coating / color system | A metallic-look or multi-color system needs a dedicated transfer or coating module. |
| Cutting or winding method | Fixed-length cutting, single winding or dual-position winding changes the downstream scope. |
| Factory test and service scope | Factory test run, packing for shipment, installation or training are itemized per project. |
Some marketplace prices may refer to a bare extruder, a basic single machine, or a standalone module. A Jinxin quotation is based on a configured full-line scope covering inner PVC extrusion, internal reinforcement, outer smooth layer, tooling, cooling, haul-off, cutting or winding, surface finish module, factory test run and packing for shipment. Compare the equipment list, line synchronization and test-run scope, not only the headline price.
Send hose sample or photo, target finish, layer structure, expected line speed, cutting or winding method and factory voltage.
Request Itemized QuotationSmooth Shower Hose Extrusion Line: Core Modules
Each module works as part of one synchronized smooth PVC shower hose extrusion line. The internal reinforcement and surface finish method are the main configuration variables.
PVC extrusion module
PVC Extrusion Units
| Detail | Reference |
|---|---|
| Co-extrusion setup | Scalable single screw configuration for inner tube, outer smooth layer and sample-based decorative finish method. |
| Screw design | PVC-specific screw for even plasticization of soft PVC compound and lower surface defects. |
| Configuration impact | Extruder count and layer assignment are set by the hose structure. |
Cooling and sizing
Cooling Tanks
| Detail | Reference |
|---|---|
| Process role | Stainless steel cooling tanks stabilize the hose profile and preserve surface finish after forming. |
| Alignment | Manual adjustment centers the cooling path with the die and haul-off direction. |
| Configuration impact | Tank length and cooling intensity are matched to hose diameter and line speed. |
Internal reinforcement
Internal Reinforcement Control
| Detail | Reference |
|---|---|
| Reinforcement purpose | Internal reinforcement supports hose pressure and flexibility while the outer layer stays smooth. |
| Tension control | Controlled reinforcement tension avoids tube deformation during continuous production. |
| Configuration impact | Standard structure for smooth shower hose; synchronized with extrusion and haul-off. |
Haul-off and cutting
Haul-Off and Cutting
| Detail | Reference |
|---|---|
| Haul-off | Belt haul-off pulls the hose at stable speed without surface marking. |
| Cutting | Servo cutting for fixed-length, assembly-ready hose sections when required. |
| Configuration impact | Cutting or winding is selected by the buyer's finished hose format. |
Collection
Winding
| Detail | Reference |
|---|---|
| Continuous collection | Dual-shaft winding supports smoother roll changeover. |
| Tension management | Controlled winding tension prevents tube flattening. |
| Configuration impact | Winding replaces or supplements cutting by collection method. |
Surface finish
Surface Finish Module
| Detail | Reference |
|---|---|
| Finish options | Coating or paint-related finish (matte, gloss, multi-color), thermal transfer film between layers (chrome-look, silver) or sample-based PVC color formulation. |
| Stability | Chrome-look and silver finishes need tighter process control and usually run slower. |
| Configuration impact | The finish module is added according to the target sample and local regulation. |
Factory Testing and Startup References
Before shipment, Jinxin test-runs the agreed smooth shower hose type under real extrusion conditions. The test is product-specific, not a generic equipment check.
- Finished Hose Sample Review: The line is set up around the buyer's finished hose sample — diameter, wall thickness, layer structure and target finish — so the test run matches the real product.
- Die and Layer Matching: Inner diameter, layer wall thickness and outer diameter are checked against the target. If a dimension needs correction, the die is adjusted and the hose is run again for confirmation.
- Surface Finish Check: The finished hose is checked for smooth hand feel, full reinforcement coverage and finish consistency across matte, gloss, silver, chrome-look or multi-color products.
- Startup Parameter Recording: After the hose runs stably, practical startup references are recorded — temperature zones, screw speed, line speed, cooling settings and cutting or winding settings — giving the buyer a tested baseline for first startup.
- Cutting and Winding Confirmation: Collection settings are confirmed against the buyer's finished hose format before the line is packed.
Company Facts and Trust Credentials
Jinxin Extruder is the manufacturing brand of Yuyao Jiangbei Jinxin Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd., a Ningbo-based extrusion equipment factory focused on configured single screw production lines. For smooth shower hose projects, line configuration, factory testing, startup references and after-sales support are handled by Jinxin's factory team.
Manufacturing entity
Yuyao Jiangbei Jinxin Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd.
Brand
Jinxin Extruder
Founded
2012, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China
Production focus
Single screw extrusion lines for plastic tube, hose, pipe and profile applications
Export reach
15+ countries across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas
Factory role
Line configuration, factory testing, startup references and after-sales support handled by Jinxin's factory team
Component strategy
Core drives and controls from Siemens, ABB, RKC, Omron, WECON and CHINT for convenient worldwide maintenance
Export support
Packing and shipment documentation support after project confirmation
Repurchase signal
60% of international clients expand capacity with Jinxin
What Our Clients Say
Importing liquid ink for hose coating wasn't possible due to local chemical restrictions.
Jinxin's team traveled with us to a compounding facility and helped us select the right PVC hardness and color masterbatch for the outer layer.
The result — we eliminated the painting step entirely and achieve the finish through extrusion alone.
We've since developed over a dozen color variants on our own.
We sourced three different shower hose lines before contacting Jinxin.
The main issue was always seam lines on the metallic film after thermal transfer.
Their 4-head unit finally gave us full 360° coverage with no visible overlap.
Our export buyers in Europe accepted the samples on the first round.
FAQ
Smooth Shower Hose Extrusion Line - FAQ
01 What is a smooth shower hose extrusion line?
A smooth shower hose extrusion line is a complete production line for PVC bathroom shower hoses with an inner PVC layer, an internal reinforcement layer and a smooth outer PVC layer. Jinxin supplies the configured extrusion line, not finished shower hoses, metal hose assembly equipment or a generic PVC hose machine.
02 Is internal reinforcement standard in a smooth PVC shower hose?
Yes. For a smooth PVC shower hose, the internal reinforcement layer is a standard part of the structure, not an optional add-on. It supports hose pressure resistance and flexibility while the outer PVC layer stays smooth. The reinforcement is hidden inside the wall, so the finished hose keeps a clean surface.
03 What is the difference between a shower hose extrusion line and a shower hose making machine?
Some buyers use the phrase "shower hose making machine," but it can refer to many different processes, including cutting, assembly or metal hose equipment. On this page, Jinxin refers to a complete smooth PVC shower hose extrusion line — extrusion, internal reinforcement, outer smooth layer, cooling, haul-off and cutting or winding — not a standalone making machine.
04 Can it produce metallic-look or chrome-look shower hoses?
Yes. Silver and chrome-look finishes are produced through thermal transfer film locked between layers, reviewed against the target sample. Metallic-look / chrome-look finishes usually run slower than standard matte, gloss or multi-color products, because transfer and coating stability need tighter process control.
05 How much does a smooth shower hose extrusion line cost?
A configured Jinxin smooth PVC shower hose extrusion line is typically referenced at about USD 50,000-80,000 FOB turnkey. The final price depends on the SJ55 or SJ65 platform, internal reinforcement, surface finish method, thermal transfer or coating system, cutting or winding method, test-run scope and destination port.
06 Can it produce silicone or metal shower hoses?
No. Silicone and PVC need different material handling, temperature control and screw design, and metal shower hose production is an assembly process, not plastic extrusion. This line is configured for smooth PVC bathroom shower hose. If your target material is not PVC, send the material information before quotation so Jinxin can review whether a different line is needed.
Smooth shower hose extrusion line quote
Send Your Smooth Shower Hose Line Requirements
Use the form below to tell us what kind of smooth PVC shower hose you want to produce. A photo, sample or simple description is enough to start the discussion. If available, you can also include the details below. Do not worry if you are not sure about every detail. We will review your message and let you know what information is needed for the next step.
- Finished hose photo or sample
- Target smooth shower hose sample or reference image
- Hose diameter, wall thickness or length
- Basic finished hose dimensions
- PVC compound or expected softness
- Material behavior and flexibility target
- Target finish
- Matte, gloss, silver, chrome-look, multi-color, coating or thermal transfer
- Layer structure or reinforcement requirement
- Inner PVC layer, internal reinforcement and smooth outer layer
- Expected line speed
- Production target for configuration review
- Cutting or winding preference
- Finished hose collection method
- Factory voltage or installation country
- Electrical standard and destination