Combine PTFE or PFA tubing with Insulon Vacuum Jacketed Hose to create a fluid transfer solution with maximum thermal insulation and non-metallic wetted surfaces.
PTFE and PFA tubing are used in critical fluid transfer applications including those in chemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and semiconductor production. From cryogenics to high temperatures up to 260 degrees Celsius, PTFE and PFA tubing are used when non-metallic materials are required to meet application specifications. PTFE and PFA are necessary to avoid unwanted chemical reactions, corrosion, and other issues that can result in slower production and costly downtime.
In many of these low- and high-temperature applications, the PTFE or PFA tubing requires thermal insulation to maintain precise thermal control. Whether improving energy efficiency, protecting neighboring components, or preventing condensation, thermal insulation helps ensure the safe, reliable, and effective transfer of sensitive fluids in these critical applications.
Features
- Smooth internal bore
- Non-metallic wetted surfaces
- High temperature thermal insulation
- Ultra-high performance thermal insulation
- Compatible with PTFE and PFA tubing with outer diameter (OD) from 1/16″ to 3/4″
- Insulon Hose + PTFE/PFA assemblies may be used across PTFE/PFA’s complete operating temperature range, from cryogenic to 260 Celsius
Benefits
- Prevents heat loss or gain to keep fluid at target temperatures
- Non-metallic wetted surface avoids unwanted chemical reactions or corrosion
- Protect personnel and equipment from dangerous or damaging high temperature exposure
- Improve thermal energy efficiency and reduce load on heaters
- Prevent condensation of gases in deposition applications
Applications
Chemical Processing
Use PTFE or PFA tubing to ensure compatibility with aggressive chemicals. Insulate PTFE/PFA tubing with Insulon Hose helps maintain precise temperatures, prevent energy loss, and avoid reaction inconsistencies. Protect your equipment and optimize process efficiency with stable, controlled thermal conditions.
Pharmaceutical Processing
Insulate PTFE/PFA tubing to ensure consistency and safety in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturing processes like bioreactor transfers, sterile solution handling, and ingredient mixing. Keep temperatures stable for safe handling, sanitation, and sterilization, and protect sensitive materials like proteins or enzymes from harmful fluctuations.
Food and Beverage Production
Combine Insulon Hose with PTFE or PFA tubing to thermally insulate high temperature fluids used in pasteurization and clean-in-place processes. Non-metallic surfaces help ensure hygiene in lines handling consumable products and help maintain regulatory compliance for food contact materials.
Semiconductor Fabrication
Insulate PTFE/PFA tubing used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and other processes that require precise gas temperatures, ensuring consistent deposition rates and high-quality film formation. Control thermal conditions to prevent condensation and contamination, critical for achieving uniform layers in semiconductor manufacturing.
Aerospace and Automotive
Insulate PTFE/PFA tubing with Insulon Hose for flow paths around engine compartments and other high temperature areas. Insulon Hose helps prevent thermal exposure that could degrade materials or negatively affect fuel/chemical stability.
Additional resources
Selecting the right performance level for high temp vacuum jacketed hoses
How do Insulon hoses compare to other vacuum jacketed hoses?
Is vacuum insulation effective at high temperatures?
FAQ’s
What is the operating temperature range for Insulon Hose + PTFE/PFA assemblies?
PTFE and PFA tubing are typically used to transfer fluids from cryogenic temperatures up to 260 degrees Celsius. Insulon Hose has a maximum operating temperature of 815 degrees Celsius — making it more than sufficient to insulate high temperature PTFE/PFA lines.