Flexible tubes for efficient fluid transfer
In fluid systems, pneumatic tubes play a vital role by ensuring dependable transport of compressed air, gases, chemicals and other fluids. Designed to withstand a range of pressures and temperatures, these tubes perform effectively across many industrial applications. Knowing the different types and advantages of flexible tubing is key to choosing the right solution for your requirements.
How to choose the adequate tubing for your needs
Choosing the right pneumatic tubing requires understanding the specific characteristics, advantages and limitations of each tubing type. These are the key elements to consider when selecting tubing for your pneumatic system:
Choosing the adequate tube material
Avoiding operational problems requires that the tubing material matches the intended application and the media being conveyed.
- Polyurethane Tubing: Durable and flexible, designed for applications that require tight bending and strong abrasion resistance.
- Nylon Tubing: With high resistance to chemicals and working pressure, this type is generally semi-rigid or rigid.
- Polyethylene Tubing: Cost-effective and light, ideal for low-pressure use.
- Teflon (PTFE, PFA) Tubing: Ensures superior chemical resistance and functions in extreme temperature conditions, perfect for specialised applications.
Choosing the adequate pneumatic tube according to application requirements
It is vital to fully understand the application and its specific demands when selecting pneumatic tubing. Typical requirements include:
Choosing the adequate tubing according to the applicable fluids
Identifying the fluid being carried through the pneumatic tubes is important to maintain both efficiency and safety in your applications. Typical fluids include:
- Compressed air
- Water
- Inert gases
- Chemical fluids
Choosing the adequate tube colour
Multiple tube colour options exist to help identify circuits or allow visual inspection of the fluid flow, including clear and translucent versions.
Choosing the adequate ending radius for your tubing
When selecting pneumatic tubing, the minimum bend radius is a key factor, as your decision will greatly affect the risk of kinking, damage or reduced service life.
Choosing the adequate tubing dimensions
Tubing dimensions are defined by the outside diameter (OD) and inside diameter (ID), both of which are important in determining the fluid supply rate.
To make a detailed selection according to your needs, visit our tubing navigation by functionality and ensure you choose the most suitable solution.
