SHIELDS CODE NUMBERS
All Shields Marine Hoses are identified by a 9 digit code number. The first two
digits -- 16 - identify the product as a Shields Hose:
Example: 16-120-0580
16 - Shields Hose
The second three digits identify the type of hose:
Example: 16-120-0580
120 - Bilgeflex
The third three digits identify the size of the hose:
Example: 16-120-0580
058 - 5/8"
The last digit identifies the package
quantity as follows:
Example: 16-120-0580
1 -- 6' or 6 1/4' Length
2 -- 9' Length
3 -- 10' Length
4 -- 12 1/2' Length
5 -- 25' Length
6 -- 50' Length
7 -- 100' Length
8 -- 75' Length
0 -- Standard Bulk
16-120-0580
Pack
0-xx-- Special Bulk
Length
47