Applications:
- Instrumentation
- Corrosive atmosphere environments
- Food processing (natural color only)
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The polyethylene raw material used by Mazzer complies with Food and Drug Administration 21CFR177..1520 - Olefin polymer. However, some color dies may not meet some state regulations. Please inquire with our customer service for MSDS for color dies. |
Characteristics:
- Vermin and fungus proof
- Low cost
- Dimensional stability
| - Broad temperature range
- Broad range of corrosion resistance
- Broad range of chemical compatibilty
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Hardness:
PE Polyethylene Tubing Hardness Rating:
46 SHORE D (ASTM D 785)
Temperature Range:
PE Polyethylene Tubing Temperature Rating:
Minimum: -100°F - Maximum: 175°F.
Minimum: -73°C - Maximum: 79°C.
Mazzer Polyethylene Tubing Chemical Compatibility Chart:
The information given in this chart should be used only as a guide. Our laboratory testing cannot possibly duplicate all combinations of environmental factors or conditions present during applied service. We also strongly recommend that you refer to the raw material manufacturer's or supplier's Web site or other reference materials for more information.
Excellent Chemical Compatibility:
| Acetic Acid (10%) | | Acetylene | | Alum | | Aluminum Chloride | | Ammonium Chloride | | Ammonium Nitrate | | Barium Chloride | | Borax | | Butane | | Butyl Acetate | | Calcium Hydroxide | | Carbonic Acid | | Carbonic Dioxide | | Carbonic Oxide | | Citric Acid | | Cyanide | | Diesel Fuel | | Ethyl Alcohol | | Formaldehyde |
| | Freon 12-22-502 | | Gas Oil | | Gasoline | | Glucose | | Glycerin | | Glycol | | Hydraulic Oil | | Hydrogen | | Iron Cholrine | | Kerosene | | Lactid Acid | | LPG (Liquid Gas) | | Lubricating Oils | | Magnesium Chloride | | Mercuric Cholride | | Mercury | | Methylic | | Mineral Oil | | Moisture |
| | Naphtha | | Natural Gas | | Nickel Chloride | | Nitrogen | | Oleic Acid | | Paints | | Petroleum (Raw) | | Potassium Chloride | | Potassium Cyanide | | Propane | | Sodium Bisulphate | | Sodium Chloride | | Sodium Nitrate | | Sulphides | | Sulphuric Chloride | | Sulphuric Hydrogen | | Xylene |
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Limited Chemical Compatibility:
| Acetate Solvents | | Acetone | | Amyl Acetate | | Benzene (Benzol) | | Boric Acid |
| | Butilic Alcohol | | Ethanol | | Ethyl Acetate | | Formic Acid | | Oxygen |
| | Ozone (Cold) | | Toluene (Toluol) | | Zinc Chloride |
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Unsuitable For Use With:
| Ammonia Gas | | Ammonia Liquid | | Benzene Chloride | | Chloro Gas |
| | Chromic Acid | | Ether | | Ethyl Chloride | | Nitric Acid |
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Size Chart - Polyethylene Fractional Sizes:
| Ref. Size | O.D. Nom. In. | I.D. Nom. In. | Wall Thickness Nom. In. | Min Bend Radius In. | O.D. Tol. In. | I.D. Tol. In. | Min. Burst Pressure
(PSI @ 75°F.) |
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| PE 2 | 1/8 | .080 | 0.023 | .39 | +/- .004 | +/- .004 | 500 |
Available Lengths: 100' 500' 1000' 2000' 3000' 5000' (Feet)
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| PE 2.5 | 5/32 | .106 | 0.025 | .47 | +/- .004 | +/- .004 | 500 |
Available Lengths: 100' 500' 1000' 2000' 3000' 5000' (Feet)
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| PE 3 | 3/16 | .118 | 0.035 | .59 | +/- .004 | +/- .004 | 500 |
Available Lengths: 100' 500' 1000' 2000' 3000' 5000' (Feet)
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| PE 4 | 1/4 | .170 | 0.040 | .98 | +/- .004 | +/- .004 | 500 |
Available Lengths: 100' 500' 1000' 2000' (Feet)
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| PE 562 | 5/16 | .188 | 0.062 | 1.25 | +/- .004 | +/- .004 | 500 |
Available Lengths: 100' 500' 1000' (Feet)
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| PE 662 | 3/8 | .250 | 0.063 | 1.5 | +/- .004 | +/- .004 | 500 |
Available Lengths: 100' 500' 1000' (Feet)
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| PE 8 | 1/2 | .375 | 0.063 | 2.5 | +/- .004 | +/- .004 | 400 |
Available Lengths: 100' 500' (Feet)
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| PE 10 | 5/8 | .500 | 0.063 | 4 | +/- .006 | +/- .006 | 300 |
Available Lengths: 100' (Feet)
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| PE 12 | 3/4 | .590 | 0.080 | 5 | +/- .006 | +/- .006 | 250 |
Available Lengths: 100' (Feet)
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NOTES: 1) The specified minimum bend radius is for minimal tube flattening. 2) The safety factor adopted sets the minimum bursting pressure at four (4) times the working pressure. Please remember that the bursting and working pressure data listed are determined at 75°F. (24° Celsius)
Size Chart - Polyethylene Metric Sizes:
| Ref. Size | O.D. Nom. mm. | I.D. Nom. mm. | Wall Thickness Nom. mm. | Min Bend Radius In. | O.D. Tol. mm. | I.D. Tol. mm. | Min. Burst Pressure
(PSI @ 75°F.) |
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| PE 0425 | 4 | 2.5 | 0.750 | 12 | +.05 -.1 | +/- .1 | 500 |
Available Lengths: 25' 150' 300' 500' 1000' 1500' (Meters)
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| PE 0604 | 6 | 4 | 1.000 | 36 | +.05 -.1 | +/- .1 | 500 |
Available Lengths: 25' 150' 300' 500' 1000' (Meters)
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| PE 0806 | 8 | 6 | 1.000 | 48 | +.05 -.1 | +/- .1 | 350 |
Available Lengths: 25' 150' 300' (Meters)
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| PE 1008 | 10 | 8 | 1.000 | 60 | +.05 -.1 | +/- .1 | 250 |
Available Lengths: 25' 150' 300' (Meters)
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| PE 1210 | 12 | 10 | 1.000 | 140 | +.05 -.1 | +/- .1 | 200 |
Available Lengths: 25' 150' 300' (Meters)
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NOTES: 1) The specified minimum bend radius is for minimal tube flattening. 2) The safety factor adopted sets the minimum bursting pressure at four (4) times the working pressure. Please remember that the bursting and working pressure data listed are determined at 75°F. (24° Celsius)
