• Made from FDA-sanctioned ingredients
• Able to resist extreme temperature variation: -100°F to 500°F[U]
• Translucent natural color for visual contact with the flow
• Resilient, stretchable, and resistant to compression set
• Odorless, tasteless, and inert
• Good electrical and weatherability properties — resists U.V., ozone, gases, and moisture
• Listed by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF 51)[U]

[U] When used in NSF applications, the maximum operating temperature is limited to 350°F.
**Values listed are typical and are meant only as a guide to aid in design. Field testing should be performed to find the actual values for the application.

• Thermobarb® - FDA PP Barbed Fittings
• Thermobarb® - Plastic Multi-Barbed Fittings
• Thermobarb® - Brass Barbed Fittings
• Oetiker® ear type clamps
• Kwik Clamp(TM) nylon double bond hose clamps
• Stainless steel worm gear clamps (lined only)

The most outstanding property of SILCON is its resistance to temperature extremes. These, plus its good electrical properties coupled with the ability to self-extinguish, makes SILCON an excellent choice for appliance and computer applications.

Peroxide-cured SILCON contains no sulphur or other acid-producing chemicals, thereby eliminating the possibility of staining, corroding, or deteriorating other materials it contacts. It is extremely resistant to ozone and U.V. over long time periods.

Care is recommended in the selection of fittings and clamps for SILCON as sharp barbs or unlined metal clamps could tear into the wall and possibly cause a failure.

SILCON is not recommended for implantable or in-body uses or for continuous steam applications.

SILCON may be low pressure steam sterilized in-line or autoclaved at up to 250°F in a normal autoclaving cycle. However, if exposed to repeated steam sterilization or long-term high temperature or pressure, silicone will eventually relax and become gummy. It should then be replaced.

Custom sizes, colors, shapes, and other durometers are available through minimum order. Repetitive cutting, fabrication, and overbraiding (for higher pressure capability -- also see SILBRADE® ) are all available. Platinum-cured, medical grade SILCON MED-X & SILBRADE MED-X are also available. Samples of stock material are available upon request.