Question 1

GENERAL PURPOSE TUBES

Accepted Answer

The general purpose tubes and hoses are used for the general purposes which do not require high range of purity of the compound. These are mostly used in many domestic appliances and in the workshops or hobby applications because of their excellent flexibility.

Question 2

MEDICAL/FOOD GRADE TUBES

Accepted Answer

These are specially designed hoses and tubes which are made in a manner so that they do not react with any medical or food material. They are sterilized in standard autoclaves in order to make them fit for the application in which they come in close contact with the food ingredients, body tissues and fluids or sensitive drugs. In this particular type of tubing the manufactured silicone tubes and hoses are completely tasteless, odorless, and non-toxic with a special property which does not support bacterial growth.

Question 3

HIGH PRESSURE TUBES

Accepted Answer

The high pressure tubes and hoses are made by strengthening their composition with wire or polyester braids which combats expansion and flattening. These tubes are mostly used when then the tubes are in direct contact with pressurized gases or suction is conducted. However, sharp edged clamps and fitting should be avoided near the tubes as they have low tensile strength and resistance to steam which may cause excessive wear and tear.

Question 4

USES OF SILICONE TUBES IN THE INDUSTRIAL SECTOR

Accepted Answer

Silicone has a multiple usage in the industrial sector because of its excellent properties and types which provide a very wide area for functioning. Some of these uses are:

Question 5

Medical equipments seals and tubes

Accepted Answer

Architectural and window seals

SILICONE RUBBER SHEET

Silicone Rubber Sheet

Rubber Sheets