Elastic rubber tubing
Elastic rubber tubing is an item that has been present in almost every industry. Protecting the wires is essential for the longevity of every machine. Since they are being routed through tiny punctuations, they can be easily abrased without proper protection. In addition, the machines usually produce a lot of heat which can bur the cables. Well, the rubber has great thermal resistance features that protect the wires even more. In medical and pharmaceutical applications, elastic rubber tubing is being used for the transportation of gasses and liquids. However, the connection should be snug to prevent any leaks and waste of material.
The elasticity is an essential feature that the rubber offers. This means that it can withstand pressure and return to its original state without any damage. This is highly important when tubing is being used as a transportation mechanism in closed systems. When being used for protective purposes, the elasticity lets us route the tubing however we want. In addition, the rubber can be manipulated even more using synthetics. That way, we can get a product that will suit the situation even more. For example, if we need more thermal resistance we can use silicone, or if we need protection against oils, we can use the NBR rubber. That is why it’s important to contact us before ordering, so we can suggest you a better option and get the right item for your project.
The sizing is the most important thing you need to get right. Before you place your orders, make sure you measure the connectors where the elastic rubber tubing will be attached. That is the only way of getting the right fit and preventing leakages. In addition, the length of the tube is important as well. However, if you are not completely sure how long it needs to be, get a significantly longer tube. That way, you can cut it precisely on the spot, and use the remaining part for something else in the future.
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Discuss Your RequirementsProduct specifications
- Product form
- Hollow elastomer tubing for a fitted line or sleeve
- Material options discussed
- Silicone and NBR. Choose one formulation for the actual contact and loading conditions.
- Application focus
- Cable sleeving, medical-device assemblies and pharmaceutical fluid handling. Size the part against the selected assembly.
- Dimensions to confirm
- Inside diameter, outside diameter, wall thickness and cut length. Match these to cable sleeving and medical-device assemblies.
- Extension duty
- Specify free length, working extension, attachment ends and the force required through the movement.
- Contact conditions
- Lubricating oil: define concentration, temperature and contact time, then check compatibility with the chosen compound.
- Exposure to evaluate
- Oil splash. Validate the selected material under the combined conditions.
- Line layout
- Check bend radius, unsupported spans and clearance at both connections.
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