Hoses and rollers

Silicone hose and tubing have a vast number of applications. These range from coffee makers to catheters, dairy farms to pharmaceutical specialists.

The two great properties of silicone for hose and tubing manufacture are its ability to withstand both extreme temperatures and extremely high pressure. The first is critical if the hose is to b e used in engines, the second if its end use is a plumbing application. In addition to these two key advantages, silicone is also highly resistant to chemical reaction.

The characteristics that give silicone rubber almost unlimited potential

Outstanding low-temperature flexibility and high-temperature resistance
Excellent compression set
High resistance to chemicals and environmental influences
Water-repellent surface
High transparency, almost no limits on pigmentation
Good mechanical properties
Good flame resistance, non-toxic combustion products in the event of a fire
Neutral taste and odour
Easy to process
Can be adjusted from electrical insulating to semiconducting
Good radiation resistance