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Smooth Bore PTFE Tube for Laboratory Instruments and Analytical Equipment Fluid Lines

JINGCHENG smooth bore PTFE tube delivers a clean, chemically inert fluid path for laboratory instruments, analytical equipment and reagent dosing lines, resisting strong acids, alkalis, oxidizers and organic solvents from -70°C to +260°C. Available from 5/32" to 2" ID with a translucent, non-stick bore for easy flushing, and customizable to your parameters.
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Smooth Bore PTFE Tube for Laboratory Instruments and Analytical Equipment Fluid Lines

Analytical instruments, laboratory dosing systems and sample-handling equipment depend on tubing that does not react with the fluid inside it. A small amount of leached plasticizer, a trace of absorbed solvent, or a rough bore that traps residue can skew a measurement, cross-contaminate a sample or force early maintenance. JINGCHENG's Standard Smooth Bore PTFE Tube (series JCC-00000-PTFE) is made for these fluid paths. It is chemically inert, clean and stable over a wide temperature range.

Why Laboratory and Analytical Fluid Lines Need PTFE Tubing

Lab equipment handles a constantly changing mix of media: strong acids and alkalis for digestion, oxidizing reagents, reducing agents, organic solvents for extraction and cleaning, and high-purity water or buffers. General-purpose plastic and rubber tubing can swell, harden, discolor or release extractables when exposed to this range of chemicals. The results are:

  • Contaminated samples and unreliable analytical results

  • Carry-over between runs when residue clings to a rough inner surface

  • Frequent tube replacement and instrument downtime

  • Safety risks when tubing cracks or leaks while carrying aggressive reagents

A smooth bore PTFE tube addresses all four problems with a single, well-proven material.

What Is a Smooth Bore PTFE Tube?

Material and Manufacturing

The tube is made from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) resin. The resin is paste-extruded, dried, sintered at high temperature and shaped into a seamless tube. The result is a homogeneous wall with a smooth, non-stick inner surface and a natural translucent white appearance, so operators can see the fluid moving through the line.

Key Material Properties

  • Wide temperature range: -70°C to +260°C

  • Broad chemical resistance: suitable for strong acids and alkalis, strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents and various organic solvents

  • High purity: very suitable for transporting high-purity chemicals

  • Non-stick, low-friction bore: fluids drain cleanly and residue has little to cling to

  • Certifications listed for this series: ISO 9001:2015, US FDA 21 CFR 177.1550 and SGS

Applications in Laboratory and Instrument Systems

  • Analytical instrument reagent and sample lines. Carry reagents, standards and samples with minimal interaction with the media.

  • Laboratory dosing and dispensing systems. Transfer acids, bases and solvents in automated or manual dispensing setups.

  • Sample digestion and wet chemistry stations. Route strong acids and oxidizers safely.

  • Solvent delivery and waste lines. Handle organic solvents that swell or degrade ordinary plastic tubing.

  • High-purity water and chemical supply. Connect high-purity media inside test and process equipment.

  • Pilot plants and R&D rigs. Build flexible, chemically resistant fluid paths for experimental setups.

Advantages of JINGCHENG Smooth Bore PTFE Tube

  1. Chemically inert across the board. One tube handles acids, alkalis, oxidizers, reducing agents and solvents, which simplifies inventory.

  2. Clean, smooth inner wall. Easier flushing, less carry-over and better process repeatability.

  3. Thermal stability. Performance is maintained from -70°C up to +260°C, so it suits heated digestion lines as well as cold sample paths.

  4. Translucent body. Flow, bubbles and blockages are visible at a glance.

  5. Complete size range. Inner diameters run from 4.5 mm (5/32") to 51 mm (2"), covering micro-lines through to larger transfer lines.

  6. Customizable. Can be produced to customer parameters.

Technical Specifications (JCC-00000-PTFE Series)

Part No.

Size

ID (mm ±0.2)

OD (mm ±0.2)

Working Pressure (psi)

Working Pressure (MPa)

Burst Pressure (psi)

Burst Pressure (MPa)

Min. Bend Radius (inch)

Min. Bend Radius (mm)

Wall (mm)

JCC-00004-PTFE

5/32"

4.5

6.5

203.00

1.40

812

5.6

2.36

60

1.0

JCC-00006-PTFE

1/4"

6.8

8.8

251.33

1.73

754

5.2

5.12

130

1.0

JCC-00008-PTFE

5/16"

8.2

10.5

203.00

1.40

609

4.2

6.30

160

1.2

JCC-000010-PTFE

3/8"

10.3

12.7

169.17

1.17

507.5

3.5

8.66

220

1.2

JCC-000013-PTFE

1/2"

13.3

15.7

135.33

0.93

406

2.8

10.63

270

1.2

JCC-000016-PTFE

5/8"

15.9

18.3

106.33

0.73

319

2.2

15.75

400

1.2

JCC-000019-PTFE

3/4"

19.8

22.3

116.00

0.80

348

2.4

19.69

500

1.5

JCC-000025-PTFE

1"

25.7

29.7

101.50

0.70

304.5

2.1

23.62

600

2.0

JCC-000032-PTFE

1-1/4"

31.7

35.7

91.83

0.63

275.5

1.9

31.50

800

2.0

JCC-000038-PTFE

1-1/2"

38.5

42.5

72.50

0.50

217.5

1.5

35.43

900

2.0

JCC-000050-PTFE

2"

51

55

58.00

0.40

174

1.2

47.24

1200

2.0

Temperature range: -70°C to +260°C. Custom parameters available on request.

Smooth Bore PTFE Tube vs. Other Options

PTFE Tube vs. General Plastic or Rubber Tubing

Common plastic and rubber tubes are inexpensive, but their chemical and temperature limits are narrow. They can swell or release extractables in solvents and strong acids. PTFE stays stable across a much broader range of media and temperatures, which makes it the safer choice for analytical work.

Smooth Bore vs. Convoluted PTFE Hose

Convoluted (corrugated) PTFE hose is more flexible and bends tighter, but its ridged bore is harder to flush completely. A smooth bore tube gives the cleanest flow path and the easiest cleaning. It is the better choice for fixed or gently curved routes inside instruments, where the minimum bend radius in the table above can be respected.

Bare Tube vs. Braided PTFE Hose

Braided PTFE hose adds an outer reinforcement for higher pressure and mechanical protection. For low-pressure lab and instrument lines that run within the working pressures listed above, the bare smooth bore tube is lighter, more compact, translucent and more economical.

How to Select the Right Size

  • Flow and connection size: choose the ID/OD that matches your fittings and required flow rate.

  • Pressure: keep the system's operating pressure below the working pressure for that size. Note that larger diameters have lower pressure ratings.

  • Routing space: check the minimum bend radius and allow gentle curves. Use a smooth bore tube for straight or lightly curved runs.

  • Temperature: confirm that the process stays within -70°C to +260°C.

  • Media: PTFE suits most acids, alkalis, oxidizers and solvents. Share your media list with us for confirmation.

Customization and OEM Service

JINGCHENG can produce the tube to customer parameters. Talk to our team about non-standard inner or outer diameters, wall thickness, cut lengths and packaging for OEM instrument builders and distributors. Send us your drawings or requirements and we will recommend a suitable solution.

Installation and Maintenance Tips

  • Cut the tube square with a sharp tube cutter so the fitting seals properly.

  • Use fittings that match the tube OD, and do not overtighten them.

  • Do not bend the tube tighter than its minimum bend radius, because kinking reduces flow and strength.

  • Flush lines between incompatible reagents. The smooth bore makes this fast and effective.

  • Inspect tubes regularly for deformation, abrasion or damage at connection points, and replace them as needed.

Why Choose JINGCHENG

JINCHEN ELECTRIC TRACING CO., LTD. (Shenzhen Jingcheng) specializes in fluid-transfer hose solutions, including PTFE inner tube series, PTFE hose assemblies and electrically heated hoses. Our smooth bore PTFE tube is produced under an ISO 9001:2015 quality system, with FDA 21 CFR 177.1550 and SGS listed for the series. A complete size range from 5/32" to 2" and custom production make it easy to source tubing for laboratory instruments and analytical equipment from one supplier.

Conclusion

When accuracy, purity and chemical safety matter, the tubing inside your instrument matters too. The JINGCHENG Smooth Bore PTFE Tube combines broad chemical resistance, a clean non-stick bore and a -70°C to +260°C temperature range, so laboratory and analytical fluid lines stay reliable. Contact us today for samples, pricing or a customized size.

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