Silicone rubber tubing is a high-performance material widely used in medical, food, chemical and electronic applications. In order to ensure its long-term reliable use, regular maintenance and care is very important. The following are the maintenance methods for silicone rubber tubing:

1. Regular cleaning

Use mild detergent: Use mild soapy water or special silicone cleaner, avoid using cleaners containing solvents or strong acid or alkali to avoid damaging the silicone tube.

Cleaning method: Soak the silicone tube in the cleaning solution, then use a soft cloth or soft brush to gently scrub, and finally rinse it with water.

2. Avoid excessive stretching and squeezing

Silicone rubber hose has good elasticity, but excessive stretching or squeezing will lead to its deformation or damage. Be careful not to exceed its rated working pressure and bending radius when using it.

3. Avoid contact with harmful chemicals

Silicone rubber tubing has good resistance to most chemicals, but certain strong oxidising agents, solvents and oils may damage it. Prolonged exposure of silicone hose to these substances should be avoided.

4. Periodic inspection

Check for wear and aging: Periodically check the surface of the silicone hose for aging such as cracks, discolouration or hardening. If any damage is found, it should be replaced promptly.

Check the connection parts: check whether the interface between the silicone tube and the connectors is tight to ensure that there is no air or liquid leakage.

5. Reasonable storage

Avoid direct sunlight: prolonged exposure to sunlight will accelerate the aging of silicone rubber, storage should avoid direct sunlight.

Keep dry and ventilated: the storage environment should be kept dry and ventilated, avoid humidity and high temperature to prevent the performance of the silicone rubber tube from being damaged.

6. Use of lubricants

During the installation of silicone rubber hose, appropriate amount of silicone-based lubricant can be used to help smooth installation of the pipe and avoid stretching and damage.

7. Professional maintenance

For important industrial or medical applications, regular professional inspection and maintenance is recommended to ensure the performance and safety of silicone tubing.

By following the above maintenance methods, the service life of silicone rubber tubing can be extended to ensure its reliability and safety in various applications.