Nylon Frequently Asked Questions
I am looking for a semi-rigid clear nylon tube with a .500 O.D and a .320 I.D.
Nylon tubing resin results in a “milk jug white” color so the product would not be clear (like a window pane). We are capable of producing custom
Can your super soft Nylon 11 tubing be used for a peristaltic pump?
Unfortunately none of our tubing is recommended for use with peristaltic pumps.
Can Nylon tubing be stretched at the factory to eliminate slight curvature without significantly reducing wall thickness?
When the product is extruded it is coiled onto a larger reel to facilitate manufacturing and storage. As a result the product will have a curvature. We do not have a method to produce a product that lies flat and are unable to remove the curvature after it is extruded.
What is the difference between Nylon 11 and Nylon 12 tubing?
- Nylon 11 — made from castor oil (bio-based); more flexible, better low-temperature performance, better chemical resistance to hydrocarbons and fuels, lower moisture absorption than Nylon 12
- Nylon 12 — petroleum-based; slightly higher stiffness, very low moisture absorption, excellent dimensional stability, slightly better pressure ratings in some configurations; the more common of the two in general industrial pneumatic applications.
Can nylon tubing be used with hydraulic oil or fuel?
- Temperature Resistant from -60 degrees Fahrenheit to +200 degrees
- Chemical Resistant to solvents, alkalis, oils, grease, petroleum, and fungal growth.
- Corrosion Resistant.
Nylon tubing is often used as a substitute for metal because it is lightweight and corrosion resistant. Specific uses for nylon tubing include:
- Hydraulic hoses
- Robotics
- Milking parlors
- Air lines
- Oil processing lines
- Pick and place
- Chemical processing lines
What temperature range can nylon tubing handle?
Nylon High Pressure Tubing: It is designed for applications with working pressures up to 800 PSI, accommodating temperatures from -60° to 200°F (-51° to 93°C). We offer a range of standard materials, as well as customized solutions to meet your exact requirements for high-pressure tubing applications.