Silicone Hoses from Silicone Manufacturer
The Silicone Hose: Versatility for Conduction
Silicone hoses have many advantages that make them particularly useful in various areas. First of all, they are very temperature-resistant and flexible at the same time. This means that they can withstand large temperature fluctuations without losing their properties. At the same time, they can be easily bent, kinked, or laid around tight curves without being damaged.
Furthermore, silicone hoses are just as flexible and resilient as fabric hoses. This makes them particularly easy to integrate and use in complex systems. Another advantage is that they are not only resistant but also very durable.
A particularly important point is that silicone hoses are resistant to many chemical substances. This means that they are not damaged even when in contact with strong acids, alkalis, or solvents.
In addition, silicone hoses are excellent insulators. This is because silicone has very good insulating properties. As a result, they protect cables and lines from both electric current and heat loss.
Last but not least, silicone hoses are extremely durable. Even when used under difficult conditions, they last a long time and remain resistant. This is particularly important because it expands the range of applications and reduces costs for repairs or replacement.
In summary, silicone hoses are flexible, resistant, heat-resistant, chemical-resistant, insulating, and durable. For this reason, they are preferred in many areas.
Customized Solutions for Every Application - Silicone Hoses & More
Our extrusion lines are capable of producing silicone hoses in almost any desired shape and size. Thanks to our own material compounding, we can specifically adapt the quality of the hoses to the individual requirements of our customers.
In doing so, various properties can be adjusted as desired. For example, it is possible to precisely determine the hardness of the silicone (Shore hardness) from 30° upwards. Furthermore, we offer special manufacturing processes, such as platinum addition curing, which enables particularly durable and resistant hoses.
In addition, we can produce the hoses in any desired RAL color. Additionally, we individually adapt further properties to optimally meet special requirements.
Applications of Silicone Hoses in Various Industries
Healthcare and Medical Devices
In healthcare, silicone tubing is used in a variety of medical devices, such as catheters and IV tubes, due to its biocompatibility and sterility.
Automotive Industry
The automotive industry relies on silicone tubing for its durability and heat resistance, using it in cooling and heating systems as well as other applications.
Food and Beverage Industry
Silicone tubing is crucial in the food and beverage industry for maintaining hygiene and safety standards. It is used in processing plants and beverage dispensing systems.
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Silicone is a versatile material in industry that offers many advantages. One of the biggest advantages is its high heat resistance. At the same time, it remains flexible even in cold temperatures and retains its elasticity.
Furthermore, silicone is characterized by high resistance to ozone and UV light. In addition, it offers excellent insulation and is extremely resistant to moisture.
Particularly often, silicone is used in the form of hoses. These are used not only in the mechanical engineering industry but also in medical technology and numerous household appliances.
As an experienced German manufacturer, we offer silicone hoses that meet the highest quality standards. Our products comply with all relevant approvals and are suitable for many different applications, such as in the food and pharmaceutical industries, medical technology, and water and sanitary supply.
Types of Silicone Hoses
Silicone and Silicone Foam Hoses for the Food Industry
- BfR XV Silicone
- FDA § 177.2600
- EC Reg. No. 1935/2004
For the drinking water and sanitary sector, we have special silicone hose products ready, compliant with these standards:
- KTW A Cold and Hot Water
- DVGW W 270
- WRAS
- 3 A Sanitary Standard
Medical Silicone Tubing
Our high-quality silicone rubber tubing ensures compliance with:
- USP Class VI
- ISO 10993
Industrial Silicone Tubing
Silicone foam tubing: in technical NON-FDA or physiologically harmless FDA quality
- lower density
- higher compression tolerance
- better recovery behavior after deformation
Manufacturing Process of Silicone Tubing
Raw materials used
Manufacturing Process
The production of silicone tubing takes place in several precisely coordinated steps to ensure consistently high quality.
- Mixing the material on rollers: First, the silicone rubber is mixed with colorants or special additives to improve certain properties such as heat resistance. This process creates a uniform mixture that forms the basis for the quality of the finished tubing.
- Extrusion: Subsequently, the prepared material is pressed through an extrusion machine. During this process, the tubing obtains its desired shape, while the size is precisely controlled.
- Tempering: After extrusion, the silicone tubing is heated to cure it. This step is particularly important as it determines the final properties of the tubing, such as flexibility and durability.
- Quality Control: Finally, each tube is carefully inspected. Important factors such as Shore hardness, size, color, and other quality characteristics are checked to ensure that only flawless products are delivered.
| Inner diameter | 0.5mm – 190mm |
| Wall thickness | 0.25mm – 50mm |
| Outer diameter | 0.8mm – 200mm |
| Shore Hardness A | 30° – 90° |
| Color | Any RAL color |
| Crosslinker | Addition (platinum catalysis) or peroxidic |
Inner diameter
Wall thickness
Outer diameter
Shore A
Color
Curing agent
0.5mm – 190mm
0.25mm – 50mm
0.8mm – 200mm
30° – 90°
Any RAL color
Flexibility and Durability
A significant advantage of silicone hoses is their flexibility; they can bend without losing their structural integrity. They are also very durable and have a long service life, even in demanding environments.
Heat Resistance
Silicone hoses can withstand extreme temperatures, both hot and cold, making them ideal for applications where thermal stability is crucial.
Chemical Resistance
Their resistance to chemicals, including oils, acids, and solvents, makes silicone hoses a safe choice in environments where such substances are common.
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| Hardness | 30° to 90° Shore |
| Color | Any RAL color and color adjustment according to customer specifications |
| Temperature resistance | -100°C to +300°C |
| Tear resistance | 16 kN/m to 45 kN/m |
| Elongation at break | 200 % to 1000 % |
Temperature resistance
30° to 90° Shore
16 kN/m – 45 kN/m
Comparison with other materials
A comparison of various hose materials shows that silicone is the best choice in many areas. Whether it’s about chemical resistance, temperature resistance, flexibility, or durability – silicone hoses often perform better than alternatives like PP, NBR, EPDM, FKM, Chloroprene, TPE, or PVC.
Particularly impressive is the high temperature resistance of silicone, combined with its exceptional flexibility. Precisely for this reason, it is preferentially used in many industries.
Of course, other materials also have their strengths – for example, FKM or EPDM offer particularly good chemical resistance. Nevertheless, silicone convinces with a balanced combination of properties that makes it one of the most versatile and reliable solutions for industrial and everyday applications.
| Material | Chemical Resistance | Temperature Resistance | Flexibility | Durability | Food Safe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PP Hose | 5 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Silicone Hose | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| NBR Hose | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| EPDM Hose | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| FKM Hose | 5 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Chloroprene Hose | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| TPE Hose | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| PVC Hose | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Inner Diameter | 2mm – 80mm |
| Outer Diameter | 2mm – 30mm |
| Shore Hardness A | 5° – 30° |
| Density | 0.25g/cm3 – 0.65g/cm3 |
Inner diameter
Wall thickness
Shore Hardness A
Density
2mm – 80mm
2mm – 30mm
5° – 30°
0.25g/cm³ – 0.65g/cm³
Fabrication of the Silicone Hose
- Bonding into rings or frames
- Cutting to length into sections
- Printing
- Hole punching
- Surface treatment
- Any inner diameter and wall thickness up to 190mm
- Custom manufacturing in any color, Shore hardness, and crosslinker
- Fabrication of hoses in any desired shape
- Foamed Hoses
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