Sanitary Hose Assemblies for Bio-Pharm Applications
Pharmaceutical process systems often use sanitary hose assemblies for applications like load cell isolators, portable tank hookups, and CIP jumpers. These hoses must be steam sterilizable or autoclavable, with product-contact materials meeting USP Class VI standards. While many hose materials comply with FDA guidelines, only platinum-cured silicone and smooth bore PTFE (Teflon) meet pharmaceutical requirements. The choice between these two materials depends on the specific application and objectives.
- The premier PTFE hoses, such as Aflex Bioflex and Pharmaline N have a smooth inner bore and a convoluted outer bore. They normally have a stainless steel braid reinforcement then a cover material such as EPDM or Silicone. This renders them heavier than silicone.
- Very flexible but great force to bend normally than silicone
- Higher pressure ratings than silicone
- Sizes ½” -3” (there are 4” smooth ID PTFE hoses available but they really don’t bend).
- Normally not gas permeable
- Excellent chemical resistance
Rubber Fab RT Smooth-bore Teflon Hose (FDA-Compliant)
Rubber Fab’s RT hose is a Smooth-bore FEP lined EPDM Rubber Covered Hose perfect for pharmaceutical applications as well as water, acid and chemical transfer. The RT hose is also a good choice for distillery piping systems and food and beverage processing. As with all Rubber Fab hoses, the RT hose has been through rigorous testing and is FDA 21 CFR 177.1550 and 177.2600 Compliant! CRN is available if requested at time of order.
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