The Silgiene® lined silicone hose has been specifically developed to minimise the risk of contamination of the fluid or air carried by the hose from trace level extractable materials found in conventional silicones e.g. Siloxanes, while still giving all of the service benefits expected from Samco/Silflex silicone hoses. While it is suitable for use in a wide range of chemical fluid/gas transfer applications where the risk of contamination needs to be minimised it also meets the demands of applications ranging from motorsport and high performance bikes & cars through bus, truck and rail industry requirements while also being suitable for use in hygienic and sterile environments.
Construction
A liner of Silgiene® translucent silicone overlaid with plies of silicone reinforced with polyester fabric. The number of reinforcing plies varies with hose bore to suit the pressure rating. Plies are knitted polyester cloth impregnated with silicone. Smooth line bore for clear flow with smooth outer skin of silicone for complete integrity. A convoluted outer is also offered as an alternative for increased flexibility.
Specifically for water transfer, plies of silicone, reinforced with polyester fabric & lined with Water Regulations Approved White Silicone. The number of plies will vary depending on the working pressure, bore size, and required wall thickness.
General use
Developed to meet the quality requirements and exacting standards of today’s pharmaceutical and biotechnical industries. In particular to resist extremes of temperature and the high wear rate of the peristaltic pump. Extremely resistant to ozone, UV concentrations and a wide range of chemicals, this tubing contains no sulphur or acid producing extracts to leach into your product. Special bore and wall thicknesses, degrees of hardness, colour and cross sections are available to minimum order. Repetitive cutting and fabrication to tolerance is available to suit your manufacturing needs. Stock range dimensional tolerance to BS3734.
Pressure Range
The Silgiene® mandrel built polyester reinforced hygienic hose is manufactured to meet a standard pressure safety factor of 3:1. (Please advise of your anticipated operating pressures before ordering). For applications requiring ‘high’ operating pressures see operating pressures below.
The Silgiene® mandrel built polyester reinforced hygienic hose is manufactured to meet a standard pressure safety factor of 3:1. (Please advise of your anticipated operating pressures before ordering). For applications requiring ‘high’ operating pressures see operating pressures below.
The Silgiene® mandrel built wire reinforced hygienic hose range is designed to operate in environments with working pressures of between 6 and 10 bar working or full vacuum. Please advise before ordering of any requirement beyond 10 bar. Standard pressure safety factor, 3:1.
Water Regulation Approved
Silflex Silicone hose with Polyester Reinforcement & Water Regulations Approved White Silicone Lining has been designed for carrying clean water and conforms to Water Regulations Advisory Scheme standards. (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS), approval number 0412511.) It can however be used in many applications where the properties of silicone are preferable to those of other rubbers, or where a flexible joint is required between rigid pipes.
FDA Approved
Silflex turbocharger hose has been specifically designed for the demanding requirements of truck, bus and rail applications. It is primarily designed for use in turbocharger systems. It can however be used in many other applications where the properties of silicone are preferable to those of other rubbers, where a flexible joint is required between rigid pipe work, or where higher working temperatures compared to standard silicone/polyester are required.
Production Volumes
As a result of our unique manufacturing process we are extremely flexible with production volumes. Silflex has a very diverse range of customers and we understand that each requires an individual silicone hose solution. Many specialist customers require low run and prototype orders however others need high volume mass produced parts. We are a self contained unit capable of offering what other companies cannot, a personally tailored service designed to meet our customers needs.
Engineering Options
Wire Reinforcement
A wire helix between the plies helps to prevent collapse in negative pressure conditions.
Anti Abrasion Sleeves
Anti Abrasion Sleeves to protect against localised abrasion.
Part Marking
Part marking with Silflex or customer logos and part numbers assists with product identification and traceability.
Specialist Silicones
High temperature, fire retardant silicone to BS 6853. Food & Drug and Water Council approved materials are also available.
Location Marking
Marks can be added to the hose to specify where components are to be placed such as clips helping speed up installation.