Selecting the right tubing for peristaltic pumps is crucial, especially in medical and pharmaceutical environments. Medical grade silicone tubing stands out for its superior quality and compliance with industry standards.
Enhanced Patient Safety: Being free from harmful additives and contaminants, medical grade tubing reduces risks of adverse reactions during fluid transfer.
Sterilization Compatibility: It supports multiple sterilization methods, including steam autoclaving and ethylene oxide gas, ensuring tubing can be safely reused or maintained sterile.
Long Service Life: High resilience to wear and tear from repeated compression extends tubing lifespan, reducing maintenance costs.
Smooth Fluid Flow: Its smooth inner surface minimizes fluid resistance and prevents buildup, ensuring accurate and consistent pumping performance.
Regulatory Compliance: Typically complies with FDA, USP Class VI, and ISO standards, assuring quality and safety in regulated environments.
Medical grade silicone tubing must meet rigorous standards to be used in healthcare:
FDA Compliance: Confirming the tubing is safe for food and drug contact.
USP Class VI Certification: Demonstrating biocompatibility for medical applications.
ISO 10993: Testing for biological evaluation of medical devices.
RoHS and REACH Compliance: Ensuring absence of hazardous substances.
For medical and pharmaceutical peristaltic pump applications, choosing medical grade silicone tubing not only ensures safety and compliance but also optimizes pump performance and longevity. Investing in certified, high-quality tubing is essential for operational success and regulatory adherence.