{"product_id":"ptfe-tube-50mm-od-to-120mm-od","title":"PTFE Plastic Tube: 50mm OD to 120mm OD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis PTFE plastic tube offers outstanding chemical resistance and low friction performance, making it ideal for demanding industrial and laboratory environments. Manufactured from high-purity polytetrafluoroethylene, it maintains stability across a wide temperature range and provides excellent electrical insulation properties.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupplied in precision-machined sections, this PTFE tube is available in a selection of larger diameters and wall thicknesses, making it suitable for fluid transfer, insulation sleeves, spacers, and bespoke machined components. Its naturally white, non-contaminating finish makes it particularly suited to applications where cleanliness and inertness are critical.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvailable diameters: 80 mm OD x 60 mm ID, 80 mm OD x 70 mm ID, and 100 mm OD x 90 mm ID for different wall thickness requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStandard length of 1000 mm, ideal for cutting to size or machining into custom components.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManufactured from high-quality PTFE for exceptional chemical resistance and low surface energy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhite, opaque finish for easy visual inspection and suitability in clean environments.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent electrical insulation properties suitable for high-performance wiring and cable management applications.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWide operating temperature range, suitable for many high and low temperature processes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRigid tube format for use as sleeves, bushes, spacers, and structural components.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOutstanding chemical inertness ensures compatibility with a wide range of aggressive chemicals, solvents, and process media, reducing risk of corrosion and contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVery low coefficient of friction helps minimise wear and sticking, improving performance in sliding or rotating assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStable over a broad temperature range, helping maintain dimensional integrity and reliability in both hot and cold service conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent electrical insulating properties make it suitable for high-voltage or sensitive electronic applications where safety and performance are critical.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNon-stick, easy-to-clean surface supports hygienic operation in laboratories, food-related areas, and other clean environments.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCan be easily cut and machined, allowing the tube to be customised for bespoke seals, bushes, and technical components.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003ePTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAvailable diameters (OD x ID)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e80 mm x 60 mm; 80 mm x 70 mm; 100 mm x 90 mm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWhite, opaque\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eStandard length\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1000 mm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eRigid tubular section, suitable for cutting and machining\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eInsulation sleeves, fluid transfer linings, bushes, spacers, and machined parts\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eApplications and Ideal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis PTFE tube range is designed for technical and industrial settings where chemical resistance, electrical insulation, and dimensional stability are paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLaboratory and chemical processing lines carrying aggressive or highly reactive media.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eElectrical insulation sleeves and cable protection in high-voltage or sensitive equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMachined bushes, spacers, and wear parts in mechanical assemblies and jigs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProtective linings or guides in fluid handling systems and dosing equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCleanroom and pharmaceutical environments requiring low contamination and easy cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this PTFE tube be machined into custom components?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes, the tube can be cut, drilled, and machined using appropriate tooling to produce custom bushes, spacers, and other precision components. Care should be taken to support the tube during machining to maintain dimensional accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PTFE tube suitable for use with strong acids and solvents?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe PTFE material offers excellent resistance to most strong acids, alkalis, and organic solvents, making it suitable for many aggressive chemical environments. However, it is advisable to verify compatibility with specific chemicals and operating conditions before use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the tube be used at high temperatures?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePTFE maintains its properties over a wide temperature range and can typically be used in both elevated and low temperature applications. Always confirm your system’s operating temperature against PTFE performance data and apply an appropriate safety margin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Industrial Polymers","offers":[{"title":"80mm OD x 60mm ID \/ White \/ 1000mm","offer_id":56379894563195,"sku":"PLC_IPL9302","price":833.68,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"80mm OD x 70mm ID \/ White \/ 1000mm","offer_id":56379894595963,"sku":"PLC_IPL9303","price":544.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mm OD x 90mm ID \/ White \/ 1000mm","offer_id":56379894628731,"sku":"PLC_IPL9304","price":724.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/7776\/6024\/files\/1_a6608515-d193-42f3-92af-df6f12e89522.jpg?v=1786795694","url":"https:\/\/industrial-polymers.co.uk\/products\/ptfe-tube-50mm-od-to-120mm-od","provider":"Industrial-polymers ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}