Vitube® Flexible Tubing of Viton®
Known for its resistance to oils and chemicals, Vitube made from Viton retains its good mechanical and chemical resistance properties at extremely high temperatures better than any other known elastomer. Viton is also a standout material in its resistance to weather-related aging and ozone. Viton’s fluid resistance far exceeds that of most other synthetic rubbers. It resists hydrocarbons such as benzene, toluene, carbon tetrachloride, and xylene – fluids that normally act as solvents on rubber. Vitube’s main attributes include exceptional chemical resistance at elevated temperatures. It has withstood continuous service temperatures of 600°F for 48 hours and 500°F for 1000 hours while maintaining its mechanical properties. However, care should be taken at these elevated temperatures. Tests should be performed to determine application suitability. Vitube possesses the high resiliency of an elastomer as well as the good mechanical properties of conventional synthetic rubbers. The heat and chemical resistance factors, however, usually go far beyond the range of other rubbers. The 60A durometer compound is specially formulated for use in peristaltic pumps. All Vitube formulations are produced with 100% Viton fluoroelastomers (chemical name: fluorocarbon FKM) and are matte black in color. Vitube contains no regrind material nor blends of other elastomers.If accidental burning of Vitube occurs, extreme caution should be taken due to Hydrogen Fluoride and other decomposition products. Avoid inhalation of vapors liberated at service temperatures above 392°F. If your application calls for harder Vitube, 90A durometer is available — call for details.
- Made of 100% pure Viton, a high performance synthetic rubber
- Excellent temperature resistance: -25°F (Type B)/-7°F (Type A) to 400°F continuously; 600°F periodically
- Offers one of the widest ranges of fluid and chemical resistance of any commercial rubber
- Excellent resistance to oils, fuels, lubricants, and most mineral acids
- Also resistant to many aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons such as carbon tetrachloride, benzene, toluene, and xylene
- Excellent resistance to environmental exposure such as sunlight and ozone
- Available from stock in 60 and 75 Shore A durometers (Type B and Type A)
- Appliances
- Automotive Fluids
- Cable Jacketing
- Chemical Processing & Transfer
- Fuel & Oil Lines
- Hot Lubrication
- Model Engine Exhaust
- Peristaltic Pumps
- Seals & ‘O’-Rings
- Solvents
- Engine Compartments
- Heaters and Other Extreme Temperature Environments
| Type A | Type B | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness, Shore A ±5 | 69 | 75 |
| Tensile Strength, psi, ±10% | 1530 | 1500 |
| Elongation at Break, ±10% | 380 | 200 |
| Brittle Temperature, °F | -25 | -7 |
| Max. Operating Temperature, °F | 400 | 400 |
NOTE: Values listed are typical for the material used in manufacture, except where noted, and are meant only as a guide to aid in design. Field testing should be performed to find the actual values for your application.
Cut Pieces – When tubing comes in, for example, 100 foot coils, and you need it in 10’ sections, tubing can be cut. Request a quote.
Size – Tubing is stocked in common I.D. and O.D. sizes, but this product can be custom extruded in other sizes. Let’s talk about what you need. Minimum quantities apply.
All custom products are subject to minimum order quantities and lead times. For other custom options, please contact us.
Options & Sizes
| Part Number 60A Type B |
Part Number 75A Type A |
ID (in) |
OD (in) |
Wall (in) |
Standard Length (ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 260 0185 | 260 0192 | 1/32 | 3/32 | 1/32 | 50, 100 |
| 260 0360* | 260 0367*^ | 1/32 | 5/32 | 1/16 | 50, 100 |
| 260 0535 | 260 0542 | 1/16 | 1/8 | 1/32 | 50, 100 |
| 260 0710 | 260 0717* | 1/16 | 3/16 | 1/16 | 50, 100 |
| 260 0885 | 1/16 | 1/4 | 3/32 | 50 | |
| 260 1235 | 260 1242 | 1/8 | 1/4 | 1/16 | 50, 100 |
| 260 1410 | 1/8 | 5/16 | 3/32 | 50, 100 | |
| 260 1935 | 260 1942 | 3/16 | 5/16 | 1/16 | 50, 100 |
| 260 2810 | 260 2817 | 1/4 | 3/8 | 1/16 | 25, 50 |
| 260 2985 | 1/4 | 7/16 | 3/32 | 25, 50 | |
| 260 3160 | 260 3167^ | 1/4 | 1/2 | 1/8 | 25, 50 |
| 260 3685 | 260 3692 | 5/16 | 7/16 | 1/16 | 25, 50 |
| 260 3860 | 260 3867 | 3/8 | 1/2 | 1/16 | 25, 50 |
| 260 4035 | 260 4042* | 3/8 | 9/16 | 3/32 | 25, 50 |
| 260 4210 | 260 4217* | 3/8 | 5/8 | 1/8 | 25 |
| 260 4560 | 1/2 | 5/8 | 1/16 | 25 | |
| 260 4910 | 260 4917* | 1/2 | 3/4 | 1/8 | 25 |
| 260 5960 | 260 5967 | 3/4 | 1 | 1/8 | 25 |
| 260 6135 | 260 6142* | 7/8 | 1 | 1/16 | 25 |
*Limited stock item; lead times and minimums may apply — call for details.
^Available in 50 ft. lengths only.
Add length suffix to part number when ordering. Example: 100 ft. of 1/32” ID x 3/32” OD,
ID is the critical dimension for fittings application.