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Vartube Extruded Tubing
Extruded Polyvinyl Chloride Plastic Tubing

Description
Vartube Extruded Tubings are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and its copolymers which, because of the ease with which they combine with a large number of compounding elements, make it possible to produce tubings with a variety of performance characteristics.

There are three types of Vartube, all of which are resistant to oils, alcohol, aliphatic solvents, acids and alkalies as well as to fungus growth and corrosion.

Type SHH: A high heat-resistant, Class 105 tubing recognized by UL for continuous use in 105°C applications and VW-1 Flame lest compliance under File #E69513. Also meets the requirements of, and is on the QPL for, MIL-I-631, Grade c, Classes I and II, Category 1.

Type 120/210: A high-quality, general purpose Class 90 tubing which exhibits an exceptionally wide temperature range from -55°C to 90°C maintaining a high dielectric strength and excellent flexibility over its full thermal span. Meets the requirements of, and is on the QPL for, MIL-I-631, Grades a and b, Classes l and II, Category 1.

Type 302/203: A Class 85 tubing able to withstand temperatures as low as -70°C.Its low- temperature characteristics exhibit unusual flexibility and high cut-through resistance with maintenance of dielectric strength. The upper thermal limit of 85°C is outstanding for this type of tubing. Meets the requirements of MIL-l -7444, Class 1, Types I and Ill.

Applications
Type SHH: Widely used on transformer, motor and coil lead wires. Also finds applications in electronic apparatus and in consumer goods such as toys, blenders, food machines, outboard motors, lawn care equipment, lighting equipment, motorcycles, etc. May also be used for vacuum or pressure hoses and transfer of compatible liquids.

Type 120/210: Used in appliances, electric motors, commercial and military aircraft, automotive components and a host of other installations. Its low temperature characteristics make it particularly useful in airborne equipment, electrical harnesses and snow machines.

Type 302/203: Recommended for cable and conduit installations and harnessing, especially where very low temperatures are to be encountered such as airborne devices, aircraft, missiles and snow machine wiring harness jackets.

Sizes
Type SHH: Std. wall -#24 through 2-1/2” ID.; 1/32” wall - #20 through 1/2” l.D.
Type 120/210: #24 through 1/2” l.D.
Type 302/203: #24 through 1” l.D.

Standard Colors
Transparent and black - #24 through #0
Black only - 5/16” l.D. and larger
Other colors made to order subject to minimum quantity ordering restrictions.

Standard Packaging
Spools. Cut lengths are available subject to cutting charges.

Typical Properties

Vartube SHH
MIL-I-631, Grade c
Vartube 120/210
MIL-I-631, Grades a & b
Vartube 302/203
MIL-I-7444, Class 1
Property
Requirements Performance Requirements Performance Requirements Performance
Physical
Tensile Strength – Unaged Min. 1800psi 3480psi Min. 1800psi 3000psi Min. 1800psi 2150psi
Elongation – Unaged 200 - 350% 315% 200 - 450% 350% Min. 200% 350%
Flexibility No cracks, 180° bend- 1/8” rod No cracking No cracks, 180° bend- 1/8” rod No cracking No cracks/splits when flexed No cracks/splits
Chemical
Oil Resistance No cracks
or oil penetration
Conforms No cracks or oil penetration Conforms No tack or decomposition Conforms
Corrosion Resistance No corrosion Conforms No corrosion Conforms No corrosion of contact metals Conforms
Fungus Resistance No fungus growth Conforms No fungus growth Conforms No fungus growth Conforms
Electrical
Dielectric Strength
— Dry
800v/mil 1180v/mil 750v/mil 1000v/mil 200v/mil 545v/mil
— Wet
85% of dry 94% of dry 85-90% of dry 95% of dry 200v/mil 493v/mil
Thermal
Thermal Endurance (continuous)
None 105°C None 90°C None 85°C
Cold Brittleness - Unaged - 10°C - 25°C - 46°C - 57°C - 67.8°C - 74°C
Flame Resistance 15 sec. max. Under 10 sec. 15 sec. max. 0 sec. 45 sec. max. Under 10 sec.

Note: Information contained here is precise and reliable. However, being unique, each end-use should be evaluated to satisfy its specific requirements.

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