Match the Inner Diameter (ID) to the outer diameter of the fitting or barb it will slip over. The Outer Diameter (OD) determines wall thickness — a larger OD relative to ID means thicker walls and generally higher pressure tolerance. For example, a 6mm ID × 10mm OD tube has a 2mm wall on each side. Measure your fitting with calipers and select the closest ID. Common beer line sizes are typically 3/16" (≈4.8mm) ID; common lab vacuum lines are typically 6–10mm ID.

Food grade silicone tubing generally withstands continuous temperatures from -60°C (-76°F) to +200°C (+392°F). Working pressure varies by wall thickness — thicker-walled sizes typically handle higher pressures. For vacuum applications, silicone tubing generally maintains integrity at moderate vacuum levels. Contact us to confirm specifications for your specific size and pressure requirement.

Yes. This tubing is made from food grade silicone, which is generally odorless, tasteless, and non-toxic. It will not impart flavors or odors to beer, wine, or other beverages. It is commonly used for beer transfer lines, fermentation airlocks, and food processing applications. Always rinse before first use.

Silicone is inherently resistant to UV, ozone, moisture, and weathering, making it suitable for outdoor and high-humidity environments. It generally does not crack, harden, or degrade with prolonged outdoor exposure the way rubber or PVC tubing does. It is a solid choice for greenhouse irrigation, outdoor brewing setups, and marine applications.

This tubing is designed to slip over standard barbed fittings. Select a fitting whose barb OD matches or is slightly larger than the tubing ID for a secure, leak-resistant seal. It is compatible with stainless steel, brass, and plastic barb fittings commonly used in brewing, laboratory, and industrial fluid transfer systems. Hose clamps can be added for higher-pressure connections.

Choose based on your project scope. A 1m length is ideal for short connections, repairs, or testing a size before committing. 5m and 10m rolls suit most homebrewing setups, lab benches, or DIY plumbing runs. The 50m roll offers the best per-meter value for production environments, workshops, or bulk projects where you'll cut multiple lengths.

Divide the mm value by 25.4 to get inches. Common conversions: 3mm ≈ 1/8" (0.118"), 4mm ≈ 5/32" (0.157"), 5mm ≈ 3/16" (0.197"), 6mm ≈ 1/4" (0.236"), 8mm ≈ 5/16" (0.315"), 10mm ≈ 3/8" (0.394"), 12mm ≈ 1/2" (0.472"), 25mm ≈ 1" (0.984").