Is VERSITEC™ High-Performance Silicone Hose for Reliable Fluid Transfer safe for food and pharmaceutical applications and which sterilization methods are compatible?

Yes. VERSITEC™ High-Performance Silicone Hose for Reliable Fluid Transfer is safe for food and pharmaceutical applications. It is manufactured using hydrogen peroxide curing technology and is certified to meet FDA and BfR standards, making it suitable for contact with sensitive media and processes requiring high hygiene levels. Compatible sterilization methods: steam (autoclaving), ethylene oxide (EtO), and radiation sterilization. These methods preserve the hose’s integrity while maintaining cleanliness for use in food processing, pharmaceuticals, medical technology, and laboratory equipment.

Can VERSITEC™ High-Performance Silicone Hose for Reliable Fluid Transfer withstand prolonged exposure to UV, oxygen, and ozone in outdoor industrial environments without degrading performance?

Yes. VERSITEC™ High-Performance Silicone Hose for Reliable Fluid Transfer is engineered to withstand prolonged exposure to UV, oxygen, and ozone without degrading performance. Manufactured with advanced hydrogen peroxide curing technology, its material offers outstanding resistance to UV radiation, oxygen, and ozone, ensuring long-lasting reliability in outdoor industrial environments. The hose retains stability across a wide temperature range (–50°C to +200°C, with peaks to +220°C), maintains FDA and BfR compliance for sensitive media, and supports sterilization by steam, ethylene oxide, or radiation. With a hardness of 57° Shore A and density of 1.15 g/cm³, it balances flexibility and strength to reduce maintenance and extend service life under demanding conditions.

VERSITEC™ High-Performance Silicone Hose for Reliable Fluid Transfer

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Additional information

Material	VMQ – silicone
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	200
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-50
Vacuum resistance	no
Standard length [m]	50

Manufactured with advanced hydrogen peroxide curing technology, this high‑performance silicone hose combines durability with exceptional versatility. Its translucent structure ensures easy visual flow control, while outstanding resistance to UV radiation, oxygen, and ozone guarantees long‑lasting reliability even in demanding environments. Designed for both industrial applications and household appliances, the hose maintains stability across a wide temperature range from –50°C to +200°C, withstanding peaks up to +220°C without compromising performance. Certified to meet stringent FDA and BfR standards, it is safe for contact with sensitive media and suitable for processes requiring the highest hygiene levels. The material’s hardness of 57° Shore (A) and density of 1.15 g/cm³ provide an optimal balance between flexibility and strength, making it easy to handle while ensuring robust operation. For maximum safety and cleanliness, the hose can be sterilized using steam, ethylene oxide, or radiation, making it an ideal solution for industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, medical technology, and laboratory equipment. Its superior quality and resistance properties translate into reduced maintenance, longer service life, and reliable performance, offering businesses and manufacturers a cost‑effective and future‑proof choice for critical applications.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	Nominal inner diameter	Working pressure [bar]
VE-761800	VERSITEC hose 0.5x2.5 mm	1	1.3
VE-761804	VERSITEC hose 1.5x3 mm	1	0.72
VE-761806	VERSITEC hose 2x4 mm	2	0.6
VE-761807	VERSITEC hose 2x5.5 mm	2	0.81
VE-761809	VERSITEC hose 2x6 mm	2	0.9
VE-761812	VERSITEC hose 3x5 mm	3	0.55
VE-761814	VERSITEC hose 3x6 mm	3	0.64
VE-761816	VERSITEC hose 3x7 mm	3	0.75
VE-761819	VERSITEC hose 4x6 mm	4	0.4
VE-761821	VERSITEC hose 4x7 mm	4	0.54
VE-761823	VERSITEC hose 4x8 mm	4	0.5
VE-761825	VERSITEC hose 4x10 mm	4	0.75
VE-761828	VERSITEC hose 5x7 mm	5	0.4
VE-761830	VERSITEC hose 5x8 mm	5	0.45
VE-761832	VERSITEC hose 5x9 mm	5	0.6
VE-761834	VERSITEC hose 5x10 mm	5	0.64
VE-761837	VERSITEC hose 6x8 mm	6	0.3
VE-761839	VERSITEC hose 6x9 mm	6	0.37
VE-761841	VERSITEC hose 6x10 mm	6	0.47
VE-761843	VERSITEC hose 6x12 mm	6	0.64
VE-761846	VERSITEC hose 7x10 mm	6	0.31
VE-761848	VERSITEC hose 7x11 mm	6	0.39
VE-761850	VERSITEC hose 7x12 mm	6	0.51
VE-761852	VERSITEC hose 7x13 mm	6	0.55
VE-761855	VERSITEC hose 8x11 mm	8	0.31
VE-761857	VERSITEC hose 8x12 mm	8	0.35
VE-761859	VERSITEC hose 8x14 mm	8	0.5
VE-761860	VERSITEC hose 8x16 mm	8	0.61
VE-761862	VERSITEC hose 9x13 mm	8	0.37
VE-761864	VERSITEC hose 10x14 mm	10	0.36
VE-761866	VERSITEC hose 10x16 mm	10	0.45
VE-761868	VERSITEC hose 10x18 mm	10	0.5
VE-761871	VERSITEC hose 12x17 mm	12	0.28
VE-761874	VERSITEC hose 15x21 mm	16	0.31
VE-761877	VERSITEC hose 18x24 mm	18	0.26
VE-761880	VERSITEC hose 20x27 mm	20	0.29
VE-761883	VERSITEC hose 25x35 mm	25	0.28
VE-761886	VERSITEC hose 30x40 mm	30	0.26
VE-761888	VERSITEC hose 40x50 mm	40	0.25

Manufactured with advanced hydrogen peroxide curing technology, this high‑performance silicone hose combines durability with exceptional versatility. Its translucent structure ensures easy visual flow control, while outstanding resistance to UV radiation, oxygen, and ozone guarantees long‑lasting reliability even in demanding environments. Designed for both industrial applications and household appliances, the hose maintains stability across a wide temperature range from –50°C to +200°C, withstanding peaks up to +220°C without compromising performance. Certified to meet stringent FDA and BfR standards, it is safe for contact with sensitive media and suitable for processes requiring the highest hygiene levels. The material’s hardness of 57° Shore (A) and density of 1.15 g/cm³ provide an optimal balance between flexibility and strength, making it easy to handle while ensuring robust operation. For maximum safety and cleanliness, the hose can be sterilized using steam, ethylene oxide, or radiation, making it an ideal solution for industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, medical technology, and laboratory equipment. Its superior quality and resistance properties translate into reduced maintenance, longer service life, and reliable performance, offering businesses and manufacturers a cost‑effective and future‑proof choice for critical applications.