What are the differences between the characteristics, materials, and silicone tubes of peristaltic pump tubes?

        As we all know, peristaltic pump tubes are different from other silicone tubes. Let’s explain through two questions what makes peristaltic pump tubes different from ordinary silicone tubes:

Question: Can ordinary silicone tubes be used on peristaltic pumps?
Answer: Of course not, peristaltic pumps use specialized hoses.

Question: What is the difference between the materials of peristaltic pump tubes and other silicone tubes?
Answer: The materials used to make peristaltic pump tubes must have good elasticity, wear resistance, and high temperature resistance. In addition to these basic characteristics, there are other properties required. For example, when transporting corrosive liquids, our peristaltic pump tubes must be corrosion-resistant, and when used in medical applications, they must have a high level of cleanliness. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the application site when selecting tubes.

Question: What will happen if we use ordinary silicone tubes to transport liquids?
Answer: Firstly, it will lead to a decrease in the accuracy of our transmission, unable to maintain a uniform speed; secondly, it will reduce the service life of our peristaltic pump; then, the wear on the pump tube will be significant, requiring frequent tube replacement; if we choose an inappropriate tube for liquid transportation, it may also contaminate the liquid being transported.