Product Description
Silicone Tube is used in Food, Pharma, Chemical, Medical, Heavy Engineering, Thermal Power Stations, and PSUs. These transparent tubes are made from 100% pure Silicone Rubber by using fully Automatic state-of-the art machineries and technologies.
Features:
Temperature resistant from -80°C to 250°C (-110°F to 480°F)
Non-reactive to body tissue and fluid
Non-adherence to tissue
Unaffected by most water soluble materials
Sterilisable by steam, dry heat, ethylene oxide (ET) and gamma radiation
Resists oxidation, ozone and radiation
Indefinite shelf life
Does not support bacterial
Engineered for Food Safety and VersatilitySilicon Food Grade Pipes are specifically designed to maintain product purity, featuring a completely odorless and tasteless composition. These pipes are chemically inert, exhibit high bacterial resistance, and are suitable for various applications where hygiene and safety are paramount, such as transferring liquids in food-processing environments or sensitive pharmaceutical operations.
Customizable for Diverse Industrial RequirementsAvailable in inner diameters ranging from 8 mm to 100 mm and lengths up to 30 meters or more, these pipes offer broad compatibility with diverse operational scales. The flexibility to customize size, thickness (5-10 mm), color, and length ensures adaptability for system designs and retrofits in multiple industries, supporting seamless integration and maintenance.
Exceptional Durability and High ResistanceConstructed from premium food grade silicone rubber, these pipes deliver high resistance to chemicals, UV radiation, ozone, and weather conditions. Their self-extinguishing nature (UL94 V-0/V-1 rating, type-dependent) and thermal stability from -80C to +250C-briefly up to 280C-make them reliable even in extreme processing environments where contamination and degradation risks must be minimized.
FAQ's of Silicon Food Grade Pipes:
Q: How can Silicon Food Grade Pipes be sterilized for safe industrial use?
A: Silicon Food Grade Pipes can be sterilized using several methods, including autoclaving, dry heat, ethylene oxide (ETO), and gamma radiation. These options ensure the pipes remain free from contaminants, supporting their use in sensitive sectors such as pharmaceuticals and food processing.
Q: What industries commonly utilize these silicone pipes and for what purposes?
A: These pipes are widely used in the food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. They are ideal for transferring fluids and semi-fluids due to their chemical inertness, excellent flexibility, and resistance to microbial growth, ensuring product safety and integrity.
Q: When is it beneficial to choose platinum cured over peroxide cured silicone pipes?
A: Platinum cured silicone pipes are preferred where maximum hygiene and purity are required, such as in pharmaceutical and high-end food applications, because they exhibit lower extractables and maintain superior mechanical and biocompatibility properties compared to peroxide cured options.
Q: Where can custom sizes or colors of Silicon Food Grade Pipes be sourced in India?
A: Custom sizes, colors, and lengths of Silicon Food Grade Pipes can be sourced through authorized distributors, suppliers, and traders across India. Manufacturers offer customizable solutions tailored to meet specific operational requirements for various industries.
Q: What is the standard process for installing these flexible silicone pipes?
A: Installation involves cut-to-length customization followed by fitting the pipes seamlessly into transfer systems. Their excellent bend radius and flexible design facilitate quick, tool-free assembly, making them adaptable to both new systems and existing infrastructure.
Q: How does the superior surface finish benefit operational hygiene and efficiency?
A: The smooth, glossy, non-stick surface finish prevents residue build-up, thereby minimizing risk of contamination and simplifying cleaning procedures. This enhances operational hygiene and maintains efficient fluid transfer over extended use.