Gates Fuel Hose - Bulk
Gates Bulk Fuel Hose: Engineering-Grade Protection for Every Fuel System
When it comes to bulk fuel hose, few names carry more weight than Gates. Backed by decades of OEM partnerships and a deep investment in fluid power engineering, Gates has developed a bulk fuel hose lineup that goes well beyond basic rubber tubing — delivering measurable performance advantages in permeation control, fuel compatibility, and thermal resilience.
The Barricade™ Family: Gates' Flagship Bulk Fuel Hose Line
The crown jewel of Gates' bulk fuel hose offering is the Barricade™ series, available in both carburetion and fuel injection configurations. The Barricade™ Fuel Injection Hose is a low-permeation, multi-fuel compatible hose that virtually eliminates fuel vapor loss thanks to Gates' 5-layer GreenShield™ barrier technology. This isn't just marketing language — the Barricade™ achieves a permeation rate of just 1g/m²/day, the lowest on the market for fuel injection hose.
For carbureted and small-engine applications, the Barricade™ Carburetion Hose addresses the demands of modern fuel blends with equal seriousness. Made with Gates' patented five-layer Greenshield™ technology, this hose provides five times less permeation than the nearest competitor. It achieves the lowest permeation rate on the market at 15g/m²/day and is multi-fuel compatible — approved for use with leaded and unleaded gasoline, diesel, biodiesel, E-85, 100% methanol, ethanol, and gasohol fuels.
What Makes Greenshield™ Technology Stand Out?
The Barricade™ hose features Gates' revolutionary five-layer Greenshield™ technology, significantly reducing fuel vapor emissions and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. The construction centers on a thermoplastic barrier layer engineered to block hydrocarbon permeation at a molecular level. The fuel injection variant adds an aramid reinforcement spiral braid for superior burst strength, a high temperature range tolerance of -40°C to +125°C (-40°F to +257°F), and an HNBR tube with thermoplastic barrier and CPE cover.
Standard Fuel & Oil Hose and Specialty Options
Beyond the Barricade™ line, Gates also offers a Standard Fuel and Oil Hose for everyday service needs. It features synthetic fiber reinforcement with a nitrile tube and modified nitrile cover. The cover resists fuel, oil, ozone, and high temperatures, and it exceeds the requirements of SAE 30R6 and SAE 30R7. Standard fuel and oil hose is shipped bulk on reels, with custom lengths available at minimum order quantity.
For in-tank and submersible applications, Gates also produces a specialty Submersible Fuel Line Hose. It is capable of handling multiple types of gasoline and fuels — including gasoline, alcohol-extended gasoline, ethanols, biodiesel, and diesel fuel — in fully-immersed, mobile, and stationary applications. It handles a temperature range of -40°C to +150°C (-40°F to +302°F), uses an FKM tube and cover with synthetic fiber reinforcement, and exceeds the SAE 30R10 standard.
OEM Expertise Translated to Aftermarket Bulk Hose
Gates' long-standing partnerships with automotive OEMs on production vehicles enable them to produce aftermarket parts of superior quality, durability, and performance — experience that goes into every Gates aftermarket engine hose and accessory. For shops, fleet operators, and enthusiasts who need to cut hose to precise lengths, buying in bulk means consistent quality across every foot of hose on the spool. Whether you're restoring a classic, building a performance build, or maintaining a fleet, Gates bulk fuel hose delivers a technically sound, emissions-compliant solution.