Silvac^®
Polyester & Wire Reinforced Silicone Suction Hose

• All ingredients are non-toxic and FDA sanctioned for use in food contact surfaces
• Polyester woven fabric and spiral wire reinforcement in walls of silicone elastomer
• Offers full vacuum capability at elevated temperatures (29.9 in./Hg.)
• Silicone elastomer meets USP Class VI requirements
• Able to resist extreme temperature variation: -80°F to 350°F
• Odorless, tasteless, and inert
• Flexible, yet crush and kink resistant
• Manufactured in a controlled environment on dedicated equipment

Silvac offers the excellent temperature resistance of silicone in a vacuum-rated hose (29.9 in./Hg at 70°F). The hose construction allows strong vacuum at elevated temperatures (sample testing is recommended). Silvac is made of mandrel-wrapped layers of polyester-reinforced silicone elastomer incorporated around a spiral-wound reinforcing wire.

Each Silvac length is individually packaged in a heat-sealed polybag. Platinum curing (for reduced extractables) is available through minimum order.

Silvac may be low-pressure steam sterilized in-line or autoclaved at up to 250°F in a normal autoclaving cycle. Its smooth bore facilitates easy cleaning and system purging. (However, if exposed to repeated steam sterilization or long-term high temperature or pressure, silicone will eventually relax, become gummy, and should be replaced.)

Note: Care is recommended in the selection and application of fittings and clamps. Sharp, barbed fittings or unlined metal clamps could tear into the hose wall and cause possible failure.

For more information on this product, call TPI Customer Service at 888-554-6400 or download the product literature now.

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