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High-Pressure Hard Plastic Tubing for Air and Water
Excellent strength and durability allow this tubing to handle high-pressure air and water applications.
Polycarbonate tubing won’t degrade when exposed to the damaging effects of ultraviolet light. It should be used at temperatures above freezing. Tubing is clear, so you can easily monitor flow. It is rigid and does not bend.
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- Rigid
- Compatible with Socket Connect Tube Fittings
- Hard (Rockwell R120)
- Temperature Range: 32° to 250°F
High-Temperature Coolant Hose
- Temperature Range: -65° to 350° F
- Material: Silicone Rubber
- Color: Blue
- For Clamp Type: Worm Drive
Silicone rubber gives this hose, often called radiator hose, the ability to handle high-heat conditions.
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Per Ft. | |||||||
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ID | OD | Max. Pressure | Internal Reinforcement | Max. Continuous Lg., ft. | 1-11 | 12-Up | |
3 1/4" | 3 5/8" | 25 psi @ 72° F | Yarn | 12 | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
Coolant Hose
- Temperature Range: 0° to 210° F
- Material: Buna-N Rubber
- Color: Black with Green Stripe
- For Clamp Type: Worm Drive
Commonly known as radiator hose, this hose is for low-pressure coolant applications.
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Per Ft. | ||||||
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ID | OD | Max. Pressure | Max. Continuous Lg., ft. | 1-24 | 25-Up | |
3 1/4" | 3 5/8" | 30 psi @ 72° F | 25 | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
High-Temperature Rigid Metal Duct Hose for Fumes
- Rigid
- Compatible Clamps: U-Bolt Clamps
- Max. Temperature: Galvanized Steel: 750° F; Aluminum: 450° F; 304 Stainless Steel: 1500° F; 316 Stainless Steel: 1200° F
Metal interlocked strips create a rigid, durable hose that stays strong under high temperatures. Hose is for use with smoke, welding fumes, and oil fumes.
Galvanized steel offers fair corrosion resistance.
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High-Temperature Flexible Duct Hose for Dust
- Flexible
- Compatible Clamps: Worm-Drive Clamps
- Color: Black
- Temperature Range: -60° to 300° F
The neoprene coating on this hose holds up under high heat. Hose meets UL 94 V-0 for flame retardance. It has a smooth interior for unrestricted flow. Hose is for use with lint, dust, and sawdust.
Warning: Hose should not be used for applications that generate a static charge.
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Spiral | Per Ft. | |||||||||||||
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ID | OD | Bend Radius | Compresses To | Max. Vacuum | Max. Pressure | Material Thick. | Interior Surface Texture | Direction | Material | Specifications Met | Max. Continuous Lg., ft. | 1-11 | 12-Up | |
Neoprene-Coated Fiberglass | ||||||||||||||
3 1/4" | 3 3/8" | 2" | 60% | 15 in. of Hg @ 72° F | 30 psi @ 72° F | 0.024" | Smooth | Left Hand | Metal | UL 94 V-0 | 12 | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Tubes
- Yield Strength: 60,000 psi
- Hardness: Rockwell B85 (Medium)
- Heat Treatable: Yes
- Max. Hardness After Heat Treatment: Rockwell C60
- Specifications Met: ASTM A519
Also known as chrome-moly steel, this versatile 4140 alloy steel is used for a wide range of parts, such as gears, axles, shafts, collets, and die holders. It resists fracturing from repeated stress.
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Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel
From cookware to chemical-processing equipment, 304 stainless steel is a good all-around choice for a wide range of applications. It maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 1500° F.
304/304L stainless steel contains less carbon than standard 304 for better weldability.
Seamless round tubes are more corrosion resistant than welded tubes because they don’t have a seam that could potentially introduce impurities.
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- Yield Strength: See Table
- Hardness: See Table
- Heat Treatment: Annealed (Softened)
- Heat Treatable: No
- Specifications Met: See Table
OD | OD Tolerance | ID | Yield Strength, psi | Fabrication | Hardness | Specifications Met | Straightness Tolerance | 1/2 ft. Lg. | 1 ft. Lg. | 2 ft. Lg. | 4 ft. Lg. | |
1/4" Wall Thick. (-0.031" to 0.031" Tolerance) | ||||||||||||
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3 3/4" | -0.015" to 0.015" | 3 1/4" | 30,000 | Seamless | Not Rated | ASTM A511 | 0.045" per ft. | 00000000 | ||||
3/8" Wall Thick. (-0.047" to 0.047" Tolerance) | ||||||||||||
4" | -0.015" to 0.015" | 3 1/4" | 30,000 | Seamless | Not Rated | ASTM A511 | 0.045" per ft. | 00000000 |
Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
The addition of molybdenum gives 316 stainless steel excellent corrosion resistance. Use it in a variety of marine and chemical-processing applications. It maintains its corrosion resistance up to the maximum temperature.
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- Yield Strength:
316 Stainless Steel: 30,000 psi
316/316L Stainless Steel: 25,000 psi - Hardness: Rockwell B80 (Medium)
- Heat Treatment: Annealed (Softened)
- Heat Treatable: No
- Specifications Met: See Table
OD | OD Tolerance | ID | Fabrication | Max. Temp., °F | Straightness Tolerance | Specifications Met | 1/2 ft. Lg. | 1 ft. Lg. | 2 ft. Lg. | 4 ft. Lg. | |
316 Stainless Steel | |||||||||||
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1/4" Wall Thick. (-0.031" to 0.031" Tolerance) | |||||||||||
3 3/4" | -0.031" to 0.031" | 3 1/4" | Seamless | 1500° | 0.045" per 3 ft. | ASTM A511 | 0000000 | ||||
3/8" Wall Thick. (-0.047" to 0.047" Tolerance) | |||||||||||
4" | -0.031" to 0.031" | 3 1/4" | Seamless | 1500° | 0.045" per 3 ft. | ASTM A511 | 00000000 |
Clear Scratch- and UV-Resistant Cast Acrylic Tubes
- Color: Clear
- Temperature Range: 0° to 150° F
- Tensile Strength: 10,000-11,250 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 0.3-0.4 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- Hardness: Rockwell M94-M100 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: Yes
- Specifications Met: See table
Fabricate containers, tanks, and lenses for light fixtures with these scratch- and UV-resistant cast acrylic tubes. Cast acrylic, which is comparable to Lucite and Plexiglas® Acrylic, is easier to machine than extruded acrylic. This material stands up to outdoor use better than polycarbonate and maintains clarity over time.
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OD | OD Tolerance | ID | Lengths, ft. | Specifications Met | Per Ft. | |
1/8" Wall Thick. | ||||||
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3 1/2" | -0.030" to 0.030" | 3 1/4" | ASTM D5436, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1010, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 000000 | |
1/4" Wall Thick. | ||||||
3 3/4" | -0.030" to 0.030" | 3 1/4" | ASTM D5436, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1010, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 00000 | |
3/8" Wall Thick. | ||||||
4" | -0.045" to 0.045" | 3 1/4" | ASTM D5436, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1010, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 000000 |
Clear Scratch- and UV-Resistant Acrylic Tubes
- Color: Clear
- Temperature Range: -40° to 180° F
- Tensile Strength; 9,195-11,030 (Good)
- Impact Strength: 0.040 ft.-lbs./in.
- Hardness: Rockwell M89-M96 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: Yes
- Specifications Met: UL 94 HB
When compared to cast acrylic tubes, these extruded acrylic tubes offer nearly the same performance at a fraction of the cost. Use them for sight gauges and protective covers. This scratch- and UV-resistant material stands up to outdoor use better than polycarbonate and maintains clarity over time.
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OD | OD Tolerance | ID | ID Tolerance | Lg., ft. | Each | |
1/8" Wall Thick. | ||||||
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3 1/2" | -0.025" to 0.025" | 3 1/4" | -0.025" to 0.025" | 6 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Clear Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate Tubes
- Color: Clear
- Temperature Range: -40° to 200° F
- Tensile Strength: 8,900-9,500 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 12-18 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
- Hardness: Rockwell R118 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: No
Comparable to Lexan, Hyzod, Tuffak, and Makrolon, these polycarbonate tubes are half the weight of glass and maintain excellent impact resistance across a wide temperature range. Use them to make instrument gauge covers and display racks.
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Clear Cellulose Tubes
- Color: Clear
- Max. Temperature: 170° F
- Tensile Strength: 6,300 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 4.5 ft.-lbs./in (Good)
- Hardness: Rockwell R78 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: No
Widely used as shipping tubes, these thin-walled tubes provide good clarity at an economical price. They are made of cellulose, which is also known as butyrate.
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OD | OD Tolerance | ID | ID Tolerance | Lg., ft. | Each | |
1/8" Wall Thick. (-0.0125" to 0.0125") | ||||||
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3 1/2" | -0.040" to 0.040" | 3 1/4" | -0.040" to 0.040" | 6 | 000000 | 000000 |
Slippery UHMW Polyethylene Tubes
These impact- and wear-resistant tubes offer 360° protection from scrapes and strikes to wires, cords, and anything that can slide through them. UHMW has a low-friction surface that resists sticking and binding.
Tight-tolerance tubes, also known as bushing stock, slide over rods and inside shafts to increase or decrease the diameter. Their precise sizing allows ascending sizes to fit inside each other to create a thicker wall.
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- Color: White
- Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
- Tensile Strength: 4,350-5,800 psi (Poor)
- Impact Strength: 16.8 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
- Hardness: Durometer 65D-67D (Medium)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: ASTM D4020
6" Lg. | |||||
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OD | OD Tolerance | ID | ID Tolerance | Each | |
1/4" Wall Thick. (-0.06" to 0") | |||||
3 3/4" | -0.030" to 0.000" | 3 1/4" | 0.000" to 0.030" | 0000000 | 000000 |
Snap-In Pipe and Tubing Grommets
These grommets have two flanges that snap around holes and flex to compensate for misalignment and movement of pipe and tubing. They're often used for routing applications in panel walls. Made of plastic, these grommets are chemical resistant and won't dry out and become brittle when exposed to UV rays. All have a medium-hard rating to withstand high levels of impact. They can be used outdoors.
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For Hole Dia. (A) | For OD | For Pipe Size | For Material Thick. (B) | ID (C) | Flange Dia. (D) | Overall Ht. (E) | Hardness Rating | Hardness | Temp. Range, °F | For Use Outdoors | Color | Each | |
Vinyl Plastic | |||||||||||||
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4 7/8" | 3.37"-3.5" | 3 | 0.05"-0.12" | 3 1/4" | 5 3/8" | 0.82" | Medium Hard | Durometer 60A | -40° to 200° | Yes | Black | 00000000 | 00000 |
Flexible Rubber Foam Pipe Insulation
Soft and easy to install, this insulation restricts absorption of water, air, and gas. It is often used on cold and hot water lines and refrigeration lines. Seal with contact adhesive (sold separately). To use outdoors, coat in acrylic paint.
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- Temperature Range: See Table
- Heat Flow Rate: See Table
- Density: See Table
- Color: See Table
- Specifications Met: See Table
ID | For Copper Tube Size | Lg., ft. | Temp. Range, °F | Heat Flow Rate | Density | Color | Flexibility | Specifications Met | R Value | Each | |
1/2" Wall Thick. | |||||||||||
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Buna-N/PVC Foam | |||||||||||
3 1/4" | 3 | 6 | -40° to 220° | 0.25 Btu @ 75° F | 4.5 lbs./cu. ft. | Black | Flexible | ASTM E84 25/50 for Flame and Smoke, ASTM C534 | 2 | 00000000 | 000000 |
3/4" Wall Thick. | |||||||||||
Buna-N/PVC Foam | |||||||||||
3 1/4" | 3 | 6 | -40° to 220° | 0.25 Btu @ 75° F | 4.5 lbs./cu. ft. | Black | Flexible | ASTM E84 25/50 for Flame and Smoke, ASTM C534 | 3 | 00000000 | 00000 |
1" Wall Thick. | |||||||||||
Neoprene Foam | |||||||||||
3 1/4" | 3 | 6 | -40° to 220° | 0.27 Btu @ 75° F | 4 lbs./cu. ft. | Gray | Flexible | ASTM C534, UL Classified, UL 723 25/50 for Flame and Smoke | 5.5 | 00000000 | 00000 |
Round Shipping Tubes with Press-On End Caps
Close these tubes with a cap on each end. Use them to mail and protect blueprints, posters, long parts, and rods.
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