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Tygon® ND 100-55 Tubing
Tygon® ND 100-55 tubing has met the requirements of Biological Test for Plastics, Class VI, as described in USP <88> (2010; fluid path), making it well-suited for many medical applications. This tubing has good clarity and offers a balance of kink resistance and bendability, making it ideal for fluid transfer and peristaltic pump applications.* Tygon ND 100-55 tubing offers a good flow rate stability for continuous fluid delivery.
Tygon® ND 100-55 Tubing Product Details
Features & Benefits
- Clear for easy visualization of fluid flow
- Regular evaluations to ensure REACH compliance
- Good peristaltic pump performance (including flow rate stability)
- Good kink resistance
- Fluid path has met the requirements of Biological Test for Plastics, Class VI, as described in USP <88> (2010)
- Physical properties are not significantly impacted by the following sterilization methods: autoclave (steam at 135°C during 30 min), EtO, and gamma radiation
- Tygon ND 100-55 is designed and manufactured without the intentional addition of animal-derived materials or DEHP
Typical Applications
- Dialysis Equipment
- Drug delivery
- Respiratory therapy
- Peristaltic pump tubing applications
Physical Properties
| Property | ASTM Method | Value or Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Durometer Hardness (Shore A), 15 sec. | D2240 | 55 |
| Tensile Strength, psi (MPa) | D412 | 1,725 (11.9) |
| Ultimate Elongation, % | D412 | 425 |
| Tear Resistance, lbf/inch (kN/m) | D1004 | 145 (25,4) |
| Specific Gravity | D792 | 1.18 |
| Water Absorption, % 24 hrs at 73°F (23°C) | D570 | 0.14 |
| Compression Set Under Constant Deflection, % @ 158°F (70°C) for 22 hours | D395 Method B | 57 |
| Maximum Recommended Operating Temperature, °F (°C) | - | 165 (74) |
| Brittleness by Impact Temperature, °F (°C) | D746 | -53 (-47) |
| Tensile Stress, @ 100% Elongation, psi (MPa) | D412 | 596 (4.1) |
*Unless otherwise noted, all tests were conducted at room temperature (73°F).
**Values shown were determined on 0.075" thick extruded strips, 0.075" thick molded ASTM plaques, or molded ASTM durometer buttons.
Product recommendations are based on a combination of industry knowledge, material science expertise and/or material testing data. Contact Saint-Gobain Medical for further tubing recommendation information.
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