Medical rubber tubing is an indispensable component of modern medical supply systems. This tubing is primarily made from medical-grade silicone rubber that meets stringent biocompatibility requirements. Join Thai Duong Plastics to learn more about this product and why it is so widely used in hospitals and clinics.
Essential information about medical rubber tubing
Medical rubber tubing is typically made of silicone and should carry certifications such as FDA and RoHS to ensure safety in direct contact with medications, food, infusates, and blood. Medical silicone is transparent, allowing easy observation of flow and fluid condition inside the tube during use. In addition, the material withstands temperatures up to 200 °C, making it suitable for steam sterilization or specialized sterilization equipment.
Standout advantages of silicone tubing include flexibility, odorlessness, anti-adhesion, and excellent bendability, so it resists deformation during continuous operation. The material also offers chemical resistance, pressure tolerance, and high durability-suited to everything from simple transfer lines to high-duty suction/pumping equipment with frequent duty cycles.
Common silicone specifications
Medical silicone rubber tubing is available in translucent white, opaque white, black, red, blue, and more, and is produced in many sizes such as Ø2 × Ø4, Ø3 × Ø5, Ø4 × Ø6, Ø8 × Ø10… with wall thicknesses from 1.5 mm to 3 mm. To increase pressure resistance in pumping/suction applications, a fabric reinforcement layer can be added to the tube wall. Depending on the application, silicone hardness typically ranges from 30 to 80 Shore A.
How much does medical silicone tubing cost?
Pricing for medical silicone tubing depends on multiple factors: technical requirements (pressure/temperature ratings, fabric reinforcement, etc.), inner/outer diameters, wall thickness, material hardness, and color. Standard, in-stock sizes are generally more economical than custom, drawing-based orders. For an accurate quotation, please contact your supplier for guidance based on your actual needs.
Technical parameters that affect flow performance and the price of medical silicone tubing
Applications of medical rubber tubing
Below are representative uses of medical rubber tubing in devices and patient-care workflows:
- Transferring fluids, blood, and medications into the patient via infusion pumps, syringe pumps, and transfusion systems.
- Catheters used in endoscopic procedures, urinary and gastric catheterization, and drainage systems.
- Gas delivery lines in ventilators, oxygen concentrators, and anesthesia equipment.
- Other medical devices such as sampling sets, diagnostic equipment, and laboratory instruments.
Additionally, silicone tubing is used in automated devices-such as peristaltic pumps, drug-compounding systems, and analyzers-thanks to its elasticity and dimensional stability. In clinical chemistry analyzers, medical silicone tubing serves as the fluid pathway connecting modules, ensuring precise, continuous flow control throughout operation.
Safety standards and usage notes
Medical silicone tubing must have clear provenance and appropriate quality certifications. Sterilize tubing before use to reduce infection risk. During operation, perform routine inspections to detect damage such as cracking or deformation and replace promptly. When selecting tubing, consider the intended use, operating environment, pressure, and temperature to choose suitable wall thickness and hardness.
Why choose Thai Duong Plastics medical silicone tubing?
Thai Duong Plastics supplies medical silicone tubing produced under strict process control, using modern machinery and traceable materials. All products are tested at reputable centers and comply with food and medical safety standards.
With a wide range of sizes, colors, and technical options, we respond quickly to diverse needs. Beyond standard specifications, Thai Duong also manufactures to custom drawings tailored to each customer’s specialized equipment. Products are cleanly packaged and delivered with complete documentation.
Medical silicone rubber tubing must fully meet healthcare requirements. Selecting the correct tubing with suitable specifications helps ensure operational efficiency and patient safety across medical procedures. For further consultation, please contact us today for 24/7 support.
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