WaterFLEX™ 70G/W Braided PVC Tubing is engineered specifically for reliable potable water transfer and deionized water applications. Enhanced with an inner nylon braid, this tubing provides the structural integrity needed to withstand much higher pressures while maintaining the flexibility for easy installation. With a non-marking opaque cover that helps reduce UV degradation, WaterFLEX™ 70G/W Braided PVC Tubing delivers dependable performance in water, laboratory, and food and beverage applications.
Regulatory Compliance & Safety
WaterFLEX™ 70G/W Braided PVC Tubing is NSF-51 and NSF-61-G listed, ensuring suitability for food and potable water applications. Manufactured from FDA-compliant ingredients, it is approved for all food types, including beverages containing up to 50% alcohol, under conditions of use B through H, not to exceed 100°C. It meets USP Class VI’s strict biological safety requirements, ISO 10993, and 3A standards for milk transfer, making it ideal for critical fluid handling applications.
The tubing is RoHS and REACH compliant and free from PFAS, Proposition 65-listed chemicals, and EPA TSCA-listed substances. Additionally, it meets UL94 HB/V-1 flame resistance standards and offers self-extinguishing properties that enhance safety in industrial environments.
Material Performance & Durability
WaterFLEX™ 70G/W Braided PVC Tubing is reinforced with an inner nylon braid, providing superior pressure resistance while maintaining flexibility. Its embedded braid design prevents material entrapment and allows easy cleaning.
The tubing operates within a temperature range of -5°F to 175°F (-21°C to 80°C) and supports high-pressure applications with a maximum working pressure of 276 PSI at 73°F and 138 PSI at 125°F. With a tensile strength of 2,425 PSI and an ultimate elongation of 400%, WaterFLEX™ 70G/W Braided PVC Tubing ensures longevity in demanding environments.
Key Features
- High Pressure Performance: Reinforced with an inner nylon braid, providing the structural integrity to withstand much higher pressures.
- Flexible and Easy to Install: Easy to bend into place while permitting tight clamping for secure, leak-proof connections.
- Opaque, Non-Marking Cover: Helps reduce UV degradation, with custom colors available.
- Easy to Clean: Embedded braid prevents material entrapment, ensuring easy cleaning.
- Maximum Working Pressure Printed on Tubing: Ensures easy identification and compliance with system requirements.
Common Applications
WaterFLEX™ 70G/W Braided PVC Tubing is designed for applications that require reliable, high-pressure water handling, including:
- Potable Water Transfer: NSF-61-G listed for safe drinking water transfer lines.
- Deionized (DI) Water Lines: Engineered for dependable deionized water applications.
- Laboratory Applications: Supports general laboratory use and cell culture delivery lines.
- High-Pressure Food & Beverage: Meets NSF and FDA requirements for food contact in high-pressure applications.
Use with insert/barbed fittings and do not allow pressure against the cut end of the tube. Not recommended for vacuum applications.
Specifications
All WaterFLEX™ 70G/W tubing products offer the following:
- NSF-51 and NSF-61-G Listed
- FDA Compliance: Manufactured from ingredients whose usage is sanctioned by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration under Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations for food contact applications, with the following restrictions:
- Acceptable Food Types: All, up to 50% alcohol
- Conditions of Use: B through H, not to exceed 100°C
- Restrictions: Repeat use only and not for use in contact with infant formula and breast milk
- Meets REACH and RoHS standards, does not contain substances listed on Proposition 65
- Does not contain any PFAS ingredients or any ingredients listed under the EPA TSCA Act
- The Fluid Contact Surface meets the requirements of USP Class VI (chapters 87 and 88), UL94 HB/V-1, ISO 10993 (parts 2, 5, 10 and 12), and 3A requirements for milk transfer
Chemical Resistance
Ratings for ideal conditions 73°F / 25°C
| Strong Mineral Acids | Excellent |
|---|---|
| Organic Acids | Good |
| Weak Acids | Excellent |
| Bases – Weak | Excellent |
| Bases – Strong | Good |
| Solvents | Not Recommended |
Size Availability & Ordering
WaterFLEX™ 70G/W Braided PVC Tubing is available in grey and white, in inner diameters from 3/8″ to 1-1/2″, to accommodate varying pressure and flow requirements. Standard case quantities range from 50 to 300 feet per coil, with custom colors available upon request.
Contact Finger Lakes Extrusion for more details on available sizes and technical specifications or to request a quote.
Size Chart
| Catalog Number | Id Size In. | Od Size In. | Wall | Operating Pressure PSIG °F | Case Qty. Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8473-5435 (grey) | 3/8 | 9/16 | 3/32 | 250 | 300 |
| 8473-5515 (grey) | 1/2 | 3/4 | 1/8 | 230 | 300 |
| 8473-7605 (grey) | 3/4 | 1 | 1/8 | 176 | 250 |
| 8473-7680 (grey) | 1 | 1-5/16 | 5/32 | 140 | 250 |
| 8473-2750 (grey) | 1-1/2 | 1-7/8 | 3/16 | 80 | 50 |
| 8475-5515 (white) | 1/2 | 3/4 | 1/8 | 230 | 300 |
| 8475-7605 (white) | 3/4 | 1 | 1/8 | 176 | 250 |
| 8475-7680 (white) | 1 | 1-5/16 | 5/32 | 140 | 250 |
Physical Properties
| Properties | ASTM Method | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness; Shore A (+/- 5) | D2240 | 70 |
| Vacuum | — | Not Recommended |
| Operating Temperature Range | — | -5°F to 175°F / -21°C to 80°C |
| Maximum Working Pressure | — | 73°F / 276 PSI; 125°F / 138 PSI |
| Testing Size | — | 1/4″ ID x 3/32″ W |
| Color | — | Opaque Cover |
| Odor | — | Slight |
| Taste | — | None |
| Specific Gravity; g/cm³ | D792 | 1.19 |
| Tensile Strength; psi | D638 | 2,425 |
| Ultimate Elongation; % | D638 | 400 |
| Flame Resistance | D568 | Self-extinguishing |
* The above is accurate to the best of the Company’s knowledge, however, these are typical values and should not be used as a certification. All materials should be tested for suitability in their intended use.
