Is TYGONÂ® XL-60 temperature resistant food grade peristaltic pump hose safe for use with hot food and steam sterilization up to +121Â°C?

Yes. TYGONÂ® XL-60 temperature resistant food grade peristaltic pump hose is safe for use with hot food and for steam sterilization up to +121Â°C. The hose is specifically designed for dispensing cold and hot food products, meets hygiene and food contact standards (EU 10/2011, FDA, NSF-51), has low extractability, and is rated for maximum operating temperatures up to +121Â°C. Steam, ethylene oxide, and radiation sterilization are explicitly indicated as possible. Avoid using it with fats, highâproof alcohols, and hydrocarbons, as these are not recommended.

Can TYGONÂ® XL-60 temperature resistant food grade peristaltic pump hose be used with highâacid or alkaline cleaning agents?

Yes. TYGONÂ® XL-60 temperature resistant food grade peristaltic pump hose has good chemical resistance to a range of acids and bases and meets food-contact hygiene standards (EU 10/2011, FDA, NSFâ51). It is specified for soaps, detergents and lab use, and tolerates sterilization and temperatures up to +121Â°C, so it is suitable for many highâacid or alkaline cleaning agents. However, avoid fats, highâproof alcohols and hydrocarbons; always verify compatibility for specific chemicals and concentrations and consider manufacturer guidance and application conditions (temperature, exposure time, concentration) before use.

Can TYGONÂ® XL-60 temperature resistant food grade peristaltic pump hose be autoclaved repeatedly without affecting lifespan?

Yes. TYGONÂ® XL-60 temperature resistant food grade peristaltic pump hose can be autoclaved (steam sterilized) and is formulated to tolerate repeated sterilization methods (steam, ethylene oxide, radiation). Its maximum operating temperature is up to +121Â°C (the standard autoclave temperature), and the material (tygopreneÂ® TPE) is designed for good longevity in peristaltic pumps (over 500 hours) while retaining flexibility and low extractability. However, repeated autoclaving may still gradually affect any elastomer over long periods. Although TYGONÂ® XL-60 is rated for steam sterilization and has good chemical and heat resistance, actual lifespan under repeated autoclaving will depend on your specific cycle conditions (temperature, pressure, exposure time), mechanical stress in the pump, and the fluids handled. For best results: follow manufacturer sterilization guidelines, validate in your application, and monitor hose condition and performance over time.

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Additional information

Material	TPE – thermoplastic elastomer
Maximum operating temperature [°C]	121
Vacuum resistance	yes
Standard length [m]	15, 25

Light, colorless, clear, flexible hose free of smell and taste, non-toxic, nie containing phthalates DEHP. designed specially for use in pumps peristaltic. used for dispensing and portioning cold and hot products food, for soaps and detergents, for paints and in laboratories. soft Material hose (60° Shore (A)) is very flexible and ensures very good service life over 500 hours use in pump peristaltic. hose is good alternative for used often hoses, PVC or silicone. is flexible even in temperature -40°C and withstands elevated temperature up to +121°C. has good resistance chemical na range substances chemical, np. acids and bases. Nie recommended for fats, high-percentage alcohols and hydrocarbons. resistant na ozone, oxygen and light solar, flame-retardant. is characterized low extractability (penetration components material for medium). meets requirements hygienic and for contact with food: European 10/2011 EU (for conditions and substances acc. to certificate), American FDA, NSF-51. possible sterilization steam, oxide ethylene or radiation. Length of a full hose roll 15 m. pressure working determined relative to pressure bursting at factor safety 1:5. Material: tygoprene® – thermoplastic elastomer styrene (TPE). Maximum operating temperature: up to +121°C. temperature brittleness: -66°C. Hardness: 60° Shore (A). Density: 0.9 g/cm³. Note: The product is packaged in the Tubes International Clean Zone (CLEAN ROOM) in compliance with rigorous standards. Return of the product after opening the package is not possible.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
VE-AN800003	Hose TYGON XL-60 1.6x4.8 mm	2	2.4	In stock	Enquiry
VE-AN800007	Hose TYGON XL-60 3.2x6.4 mm	3	1.4	In stock	Enquiry
VE-AN800012	Hose TYGON XL-60 4.8x7.9 mm	5	0.9	In stock	Enquiry
VE-AN800017	Hose TYGON XL-60 6.4x9.5 mm	6	1	In stock	Enquiry
VE-AN800022	Hose TYGON XL-60 7.9x11.1 mm	8	0.8	In stock	Enquiry
VE-AN800027	Hose TYGON XL-60 9.5x12.7 mm	10	0.8	In stock	Enquiry
VE-AN800038	Hose TYGON XL-60 12.7x19.1 mm	12	1	In stock	Enquiry
VE-AN800046	Hose TYGON XL-60 15.9x22.2 mm	16	0.8	In stock	Enquiry
VE-AN800053	Hose TYGON XL-60 19.1x25.4 mm	20	0.8	In stock	Enquiry

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Light, colorless, clear, flexible hose free of smell and taste, non-toxic, nie containing phthalates DEHP. designed specially for use in pumps peristaltic. used for dispensing and portioning cold and hot products food, for soaps and detergents, for paints and in laboratories. soft Material hose (60° Shore (A)) is very flexible and ensures very good service life over 500 hours use in pump peristaltic. hose is good alternative for used often hoses, PVC or silicone. is flexible even in temperature -40°C and withstands elevated temperature up to +121°C. has good resistance chemical na range substances chemical, np. acids and bases. Nie recommended for fats, high-percentage alcohols and hydrocarbons. resistant na ozone, oxygen and light solar, flame-retardant. is characterized low extractability (penetration components material for medium). meets requirements hygienic and for contact with food: European 10/2011 EU (for conditions and substances acc. to certificate), American FDA, NSF-51. possible sterilization steam, oxide ethylene or radiation. Length of a full hose roll 15 m. pressure working determined relative to pressure bursting at factor safety 1:5. Material: tygoprene® – thermoplastic elastomer styrene (TPE). Maximum operating temperature: up to +121°C. temperature brittleness: -66°C. Hardness: 60° Shore (A). Density: 0.9 g/cm³. Note: The product is packaged in the Tubes International Clean Zone (CLEAN ROOM) in compliance with rigorous standards. Return of the product after opening the package is not possible.