What affects tubing price: the short answer
The price of tubing per meter is set by the material, the size and wall, the color, the length and packaging, the quantity against the minimum order, and the documents and lead time you need. Two quotations are only comparable when they describe the same specification on the same terms. We do not publish prices on this website: the price, payment terms, packaging, delivery terms and acceptance criteria are set in the quotation and the order confirmation.
This page lists the factors that move a quotation and the details to put in a request so the answer is exact the first time.
Eight factors that change the price
| Factor | How it changes the quotation | What to state |
|---|---|---|
| Material | PU, polyether PU, PA6, PA12, PE, FEP and PFA are different materials with different raw-material cost and processing. Fluoropolymers are usually priced above PU or PE. | The exact material, for example PA12 or polyether polyurethane |
| Size and wall | A larger OD or a thicker wall uses more material per meter. Two tubes with the same OD can differ in price if the wall differs. | OD/ID in mm, for example 8/5 |
| Color | A standard color is the base case. A custom color needs a reference and an agreed shade. | Standard color or a reference |
| Length and roll | Roll length, cut-to-length and segmented lengths change handling and packing. | Roll size or cut length |
| Packaging and marking | Reels, cartons, individual protection, meter marks, brand marking and labels are part of the specification. | The packaging unit and any marking |
| Quantity | The minimum order is 500 m per specification for standard products and from 3,000 m for custom specifications. Larger quantities are quoted on the quantity you state. | Total meters per specification |
| Documents | Data sheets, test reports and certificates required with the order should be stated in the request. Each report applies only to the sample and scope it names. | The documents you need |
| Lead time and terms | Lead time starts after the technical specification is confirmed and the agreed payment is received. Delivery terms and the destination are agreed in the quotation. | Needed date, destination and delivery terms |
The terms behind these rows are on the MOQ, lead time and samples page.
What to put in a quote request
- Material and model: the exact material and, if you have it, the model from our table.
- Size: OD and ID in mm. Check it in the tubing size chart.
- Quantity: total meters for each specification, and the roll length you prefer.
- Color and marking: standard or a reference, and any marking.
- Packaging: the pack you need.
- Conditions: medium, working pressure and temperature, so we can confirm the model.
- Documents: data sheet, test reports or certificates, and the scope each must cover.
- Destination and date: where the tubing goes and when you need it.
How to compare two quotations
- Same specification: the same material designation, OD/ID and tolerance. A lower price for a different wall or material is a different product.
- Same unit: compare the price per meter, not per roll, unless the roll lengths match.
- Same terms: the delivery terms, the packaging, what starts the lead time, and how long the quotation is valid. A quotation is valid only for the period and conditions stated in it.
- Same documents: data sheets and reports that apply to the product you are buying.
For a wider supplier checklist, see how to choose a tubing supplier and what to check with a manufacturer.
Frequently asked questions
Do you publish prices for tubing?
No. Price depends on the material, size, color, packaging and quantity, so we quote each request. Send the details above and we reply with the figures for your specification.
Why do two tubes of the same OD have different prices?
The wall or the material differs. A thicker wall uses more material, and nylon, polyurethane and fluoropolymers are different materials. State the OD/ID and the material to compare like with like.
Does ordering more lower the price?
Quantity is one of the quotation inputs, together with the minimum order for the specification. State the total meters you plan to buy and any follow-on orders, and we quote on that.
Can I test the tubing before I order?
Yes. A 1–3 m sample of a standard specification is available; the customer pays the sample fee and shipping, and the fee can be credited against the first bulk order within 6 months. Request a sample.
Request a quotation
Send the eight items and we reply with the price for your specification. Send your requirements or browse the product range.
Sources and scope
- OEM options and order requirements
- Published wholesale supply terms
- Sample policy and request requirements
These are published purchasing policies and information requirements. Price, quantity, delivery, sample charges and custom work are confirmed in the written quotation for the requested specification.
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