Types of Flexible Tubing

The many different types of flexible tubing

Flexible tubing can come in any dimension and length. People use it inside and outside of homes and businesses, such as for water lines and drains. Tubing is durable can withstand weather and water pressure.

Flexible Rubber Tubing

Flexible rubber tubing can supply water to sinks and washing machines. It withstands high pressure and is resistant to rust and corrosion. One example would be a garden hose that supplies water to outside plants and flowers. Anther example would be a hose in a vehicle engine that carries fluid from one part of the engine to another.

Flexible Copper Tubing

Flexible copper tubing can bend around corners with ease. Copper tubing is used in bathrooms and kitchens just like rubber tubing to carry hot and cold water to sinks, toilets and bathtubs. Copper tubing last years longer than rubber tubing.

Flexible Plastic Tubing

Flexible plastic tubing is used for drains in sinks. Plastic tubing is also in freezers to supply water to ice makers. Flexible plastic tubing can also supply air to fish tanks to oxygenate the water.

References

• The Home Depot: What You Need to Know About Flexible Vinyl Tubing
• Aditya Birla: Flexible Tubes
• Anchor Rubber Products: Red Rubber Air Hose
• Ace Hardware: Pipe, Fittings and Valves