Polyurethane Tubing's applications in Pneumatic System

Polyurethane Tube is lightweight, which not only simplifies the installation process but also reduces labor costs. Meanwhile, its pressure-resistant and corrosion-resistant properties ensure reliability and a long service life during use. When selecting a Polyurethane Tube, it is necessary to consider factors such as the equipment's pressure rating, temperature range, and chemical compatibility to ensure it delivers optimal performance and avoid costs and equipment damage caused by improper selection.

What Is Polyurethane Tubing Used for in Pneumatic Systems?

The core role of polyurethane tubing in pneumatic systems is to ensure efficient transmission of compressed gas between components. Its unique properties allow it to adapt to different equipment configurations, making it a flexible solution for a variety of industrial scenarios.

• Connecting Pneumatic Cylinders and Actuators

In automotive assembly plants, polyurethane tubing delivers air to pneumatic cylinders that control functions such as lifting and clamping, driving their operation and ensuring smooth and precise workflow. Additionally, automated equipment like robotic arms and conveyor belts requires frequent movement. Unlike rigid metal pipes, PU tube offers superior flexibility—it can easily route around equipment, withstand repeated bending without kinking or cracking, and operate flexibly even in tight spaces. The PU tube manufactured by FOKCA Automation is perfectly compatible with the company’s pneumatic cylinders, minimizing pressure loss and enhancing system operational efficiency.

• Linking Pneumatic Valves and Control Units

Solenoid valves, directional control valves, and air control valves serve as the "control center" of pneumatic systems, and PU tube is the key to connecting these components. It is responsible for bidirectional transmission of compressed air between valves, enabling rapid response and precise air flow regulation. When paired with high-quality push-in fittings or pneumatic fittings, PU tube’s excellent sealing performance prevents unnecessary air waste and reduces equipment downtime. Furthermore, this tubing is compatible with internationally standardized valves (matching specifications of well-known brands such as Airtac and SMC), ensuring seamless integration whether for upgrading existing systems or installing new equipment. For engineering integrators, this compatibility not only simplifies system design processes but also lowers the risk of component mismatch.

• Distributing Compressed Air in Production Lines

In large-scale industrial facilities, polyurethane tubing is used to transport compressed air generated by central air compressors to pneumatic tools and equipment throughout production lines. Its lightweight design facilitates overhead installation or wall-mounted routing, and it can be easily cut to custom lengths without specialized tools—significantly shortening installation time and reducing labor costs. Meanwhile, polyurethane tubing can withstand vibrations and mechanical stress in factory environments, ensuring long-term stable operation of equipment.

• Adapting to Specialized Pneumatic Applications

Beyond common use cases, polyurethane tubing excels in specialized pneumatic environments. In harsh conditions involving dust, oil contamination, or mild chemical substances, pneumatic polyurethane tubing exhibits excellent wear resistance and corrosion resistance, effectively protecting system integrity. It boasts a wide operating temperature range (-20°C to 80°C), maintaining stable performance in both low-temperature storage facilities and high-temperature production areas. For mobile pneumatic equipment such as construction air tools and agricultural machinery, the durability and flexibility of polyurethane tubing enable it to withstand frequent movement without damage, meeting the demands of various dynamic operational scenarios.

Advantages of Polyurethane Tubing

• High Flexibility: Pneumatic PU tube can be highly bent without kinking, facilitating easy installation

  in confined spaces or around complex mechanical equipment.

  
  

• Durability & Corrosion Resistance: This tubing boasts excellent wear resistance, tear resistance,

  and impact resistance, which significantly reduces the damage rate caused by equipment movement

  or vibration and ensures long-term stable use. Additionally, it can withstand erosion from most chemical

  media, oil contaminants, and UV radiation. Even when exposed to external environments, it maintains

  reliable performance over an extended period.

  
  

• Lightweight & Easy to Handle: Compared to metal pipes or rigid plastic tubing, Pneumatic PU tube is

  lightweight, greatly simplifying transportation, installation, and maintenance processes. It can be cut to

  custom lengths without the need for specialized tools, guaranteeing installation efficiency and reducing

  labor and time costs.

  
  

• Leak-Proof Sealing: When paired with high-quality pneumatic fittings or push-in fittings, Pneumatic PU

  tube offers exceptional wrapping performance, effectively preventing system inefficiency, equipment

  damage, or other safety hazards caused by gas leakage.

• Wide Temperature Adaptability: Pneumatic PU tube operates within a temperature range of -20°C to 80°C

  (-4°F to 176°F). It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor general scenarios, as well as special requirements

  for fluid transfer under high or low temperatures, delivering strong adaptability.

Why are our Polyurethane Tubes suitable for Pneumatic Control Systems?

• Global Quality Standards

Our polyurethane air tubing is manufactured in strict compliance with international industrial standards, and is compatible with products from major renowned brands such as Airtac and SMC. Every batch of products undergoes rigorous quality inspection throughout the entire process—from raw material selection to final production—ensuring stable performance, long durability, and reliable safety.

• Customization Capabilities

Equipped with comprehensive OEM/ODM customization services, we can tailor-make polyurethane air tubing to meet the specific needs of your pneumatic system. Whether you require products with customized lengths, diameters, colors, or special materials (such as food-grade or chemical-resistant options), our team will conduct detailed communication with you to ensure the developed products fully align with your project requirements.

• Global Support & Reliability

We have extensive experience in serving customers in the Americas, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other regions. Leveraging our global logistics network, we can ensure timely delivery of products no matter where your business is located. In addition, our technical support team provides professional guidance on product selection, installation, and maintenance, helping your pneumatic system achieve optimal performance.

Automation PU tubing has become an ideal choice for air transmission in pneumatic systems, thanks to its core advantages of excellent flexibility, long-lasting durability, wear resistance, and easy installation.Whether you’re building a new pneumatic system or upgrading an existing one, FOKCA Automation will deliver the performance, reliability automation PU tubing.

If you also need to use this type of polyurethane tubing in your pneumatic system, you can contact us directly.

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