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PU Tubing

PU Tubing

PU tubing for compressed-air, inert-gas and vacuum lines. 15 models from 2.5 x 4 mm to 12 x 16 mm and 1/8″ to 3/4″, in 100 m or 200 m rolls.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Product overview

PU tubing is polyurethane tubing used for air connections in pneumatic equipment. Compare the model-specific dimensions below, then confirm the medium, working pressure at the operating temperature, routing and fitting combination.

Key features

  • Virgin TPU

    100% virgin thermoplastic polyurethane with no regrind or waste material added (data sheet).

  • Flexible and resilient

    The data sheet describes good flex-fatigue resistance and high resilience. Confirm for your routing and movement.

  • Colors and marking

    Transparent: clear, blue, red. Solid: orange, dark blue, sky blue, black, green, yellow. Brand logos, model identification and continuous meter markings can be customized.

  • Temperature range

    -20°C to +55°C

  • Working pressure

    5 bar (75 psi) – 12 bar (174 psi) at 23°C, depending on the model (data sheet). Burst pressure is not working pressure.

  • Sizes

    15 listed models, outside diameter 3.2–19.1 mm. Inch sizes are listed where the data sheet gives them.

Tubing extrusion and coiling line in the Hefei factory

How the tubing is made and checked

Tubing is produced on extrusion and coiling lines and checked with dimensional, pressure-hold, burst-pressure and tensile equipment listed in the company inventory. Product requirements are reviewed against the drawing and order.

  1. IncomingCheck supplier documents, material identity, specification, quantity and packaging.
  2. In processDrawing and route-sheet revision checks, measurement-equipment status and inspection records.
  3. Finished tubingIdentity, surface and tube-end condition, dimensions, marking, cleanliness and packaging.

Supply terms

  • MOQ

    Standard specifications: 500 m per specification. Custom specifications: from 3,000 m per specification.

  • Lead time

    Standard product: 5–12 working days. Custom product: 10–20 working days. Lead time starts after the technical specification is confirmed and the agreed payment is received.

  • Samples

    Standard specifications: 1–3 m. Sample fee and shipping are paid by the customer; the sample fee can be credited against the first bulk order within 6 months, shipping is not credited.

Final MOQ and lead time are confirmed by material, specification, color, packaging and order quantity.

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Selection notes and conditions

Selection at a glance

  • Material: polyurethane (PU).
  • Media / application scope in the supplied data sheet: Compressed air, inert gases and vacuum circuits. For liquid lubricating oil lines, send your requirements for review.
  • Dimensions: use the model table below, including ID, OD and bend radius where supplied.
  • Order details: provide the model, quantity, length, color and destination.

Confirm these conditions before use

The listed pressure and temperature values are not a combined operating envelope. Burst pressure must not be used as a working-pressure rating. Confirm temperature-related pressure limits, fitting requirements and any movement or external exposure before selecting a model. No food-contact, medical, brake-line or universal chemical compatibility approval is established by this page.

Comparing PU with nylon?

Review the PU vs. nylon selection checklist, then compare the exact PA6 or PA12 model. A material family alone does not determine a safe operating limit.

Polyurethane pneumatic tubing: choose the complete size

PU tubing sizes must identify both outside diameter (OD) and inside diameter (ID). For 6 mm or 8 mm OD tubing, select the corresponding ID and model from the table rather than ordering by OD alone. Our pneumatic tubing size guide explains the measurements.

Choosing a PU tubing manufacturer

When comparing polyurethane tubing manufacturers, ask for the exact material designation, model dimensions, supply length and pressure conditions. Send YUANNAI TUBE your model, quantity, color and destination to discuss the available range.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Specifications & available sizes

Specifications: TDS-PU-2026-V3. Model designations and table values below follow the 2026 technical data sheet for this product.
Dimensions and pressure tables are specified at 23°C. Pressure values are in bar (psi) as stated in the data sheet. Working pressure is the design rating and burst pressure is a test value; pressure and temperature ratings are listed separately, so send your operating point for a combined-condition check.
Tolerance, metric/inch size system and, where applicable, layer construction are identified in each row. Physical properties are reference values from the data sheet; test methods and application-specific compliance are reviewed against your requirements.

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Technical specifications
Media / application scope (supplied data sheet)Compressed air, inert gases and vacuum circuits. For liquid lubricating oil lines, send your requirements for review.
Hardness98 ± 2 Shore A
Tensile strength≥ 42 MPa
Elongation at break≥ 480%
Tear strength≥ 115 kN/m
Abrasion volume loss≤ 30 mm³
Operating temperature range-20°C to +55°C
Standard colors / packagingStandard colors - transparent range: clear, transparent blue and transparent red. Solid range: orange, dark blue, sky blue, black, green and yellow. Example of meter-marked printing: AIR PASSAGE PU 8X5 001M. Customer brand logos, model identification and continuous meter markings can be customized. Packaging: engineering-plastic reels or color boxes.

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Size specifications at 23°C — pressure: bar (psi), source values
Model / nominal inch sizeID (mm)OD (mm)Standard roll length (m)Working pressure at 23°CBurst pressure at 23°CBend radius (mm)Size system / tolerance / construction
YN-PU 04252.54.02008 bar (128 psi)26 bar (384 psi)10Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 06404.06.02008 bar (128 psi)25 bar (369 psi)15Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 08505.08.01007 bar (116 psi)24 bar (348 psi)20Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 08555.58.01006 bar (99 psi)20 bar (298 psi)22Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 08606.08.01005 bar (75 psi)15 bar (227 psi)25Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 10656.510.01007 bar (106 psi)22 bar (320 psi)25Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 10808.010.01006 bar (94 psi)19 bar (284 psi)30Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 12808.012.01007 bar (104 psi)21 bar (313 psi)50Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 141010.014.01007 bar (106 psi)22 bar (320 psi)70Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
YN-PU 161212.016.01007 bar (109 psi)22 bar (327 psi)95Metric | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
1/81.583.1720012 bar (174 psi)36 bar (504 psi)8Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
1/44.356.3520010 bar (145 psi)30 bar (420 psi)16Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
3/86.359.5210010 bar (145 psi)30 bar (420 psi)25Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
1/29.612.71008 bar (116 psi)24 bar (336 psi)35Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
3/415.8819.051006 bar (87 psi)18 bar (252 psi)65Fractional / inch | Tolerance: ±0.10 mm
QUESTIONS

Product FAQ

How do I choose polyurethane tubing sizes for a pneumatic line?

State the inner diameter, outer diameter and units, then compare the model table with the fitting requirements. Include length, quantity, pressure, temperature and the actual medium in your inquiry. Operating ratings are set per model.

Can I use the listed PU pressure value at any temperature?

Do not treat a source value as an unconditional rating. Confirm the selected model, working temperature, medium and test conditions before using it in your design.

What should I provide for a PU tubing quotation?

Send the model or dimensions, color, quantity, fittings and actual air-line conditions. Include a drawing or existing specification when available.

What are the specifications of PU tubing?

The 15 listed models cover metric sizes from 2.5 x 4 mm to 12 x 16 mm and inch sizes from 1/8" to 3/4", supplied in 100 m or 200 m rolls with a tolerance of ±0.10 mm. The supplied data sheet lists a hardness of 98 ± 2 Shore A and an operating temperature range of -20°C to +55°C. Working pressure is model-specific and listed in the specifications table, so read the row for your exact size.

Can polyurethane tubing be used for fuel lines?

The supplied data sheet scopes this PU range to compressed air, inert gases and vacuum circuits, and it does not recommend continuous long-term transfer of large quantities of liquid lubricating oil. Fuel is outside the listed scope. Send the medium, temperature and pressure and we will review it against the data sheet.

What colors does PU tubing come in?

The transparent range is clear, transparent blue and transparent red. The solid range is orange, dark blue, sky blue, black, green and yellow. Customer brand logos, model identification and continuous meter markings can be customized. Confirm color, marking and order quantity when you request a quote.

Is polyurethane tubing a plastic or a rubber?

Polyurethane tubing is generally made from thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), a flexible elastomer that is extruded like a plastic and bends like a soft rubber. Hardness and flexibility vary by grade, so check the Shore hardness and bend radius for your model on the supplied data sheet.

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