NL5482 Braided Silicone tubing/hose is used in applications where higher working pressures and kink resistance is required and standard unreinforced silicone tubing will not stand up. It is a soft, inert, flexible tubing that is able to resist extreme temperature variations. It is also extremely resistant to ozone and UV over long periods of time. Our NL5482 is made from FDA and NSF materials making it suitable in food applications (NOT designed for pharmaceutical/medical use, see NL5830 platinum cured silicone braided tubing for non-implant medical applications or other ULTRA PURE applications). Silicone hose may also be used for low pressure steam sterilization or autoclaved at up to 121°C (250°F) in a normal autoclaving cycle. However, if exposed to repeated steam sterilization, long-term high temperature or pressure, silicone will eventually relax and become "gummy" and should then be replaced.

Construction: Tube: Smooth silicone. Cover: Smooth silicone - shore hardness 60-70. Reinforcement: Open mesh polyester braid.

Typical Fittings: N400-NY nylon, N400-BR brass, or N400-SS stainless steel hose barbs, 'Push-In' tube fittings, compression fittings (68), N66 pinch clamps.

Temperature Range: -62°C (-80°F) to +177°C (350°F)

Detail Comments: Unlike other tubing, this is measured by inside diameter.

Warning: <<Must be kept clean, used in sanitary/medical apps

Cut Method: Ratchet Cutter (<2"ID ) Safety Scissors - Wear Safety Gloves