Why Choose PTFE Tubing?

  • Exceptional temperature range: -65°C to +260°C continuous
  • Outstanding chemical resistance to virtually all chemicals
  • Superior electrical insulation properties
  • Non-stick, low friction surface
  • FDA compliant for food and pharmaceutical applications
  • Biocompatible for medical device use
  • UV and weather resistant
  • Non-flammable and self-extinguishing

Operating Temperature Range

-65°C / -85°F Continuous: +260°C / +500°F

Non-Shrinkable Extruded PTFE Tubing - JT Series

Most Popular
JT-250 Standard Wall PTFE
Standard wall extruded PTFE tubing for general-purpose applications. Robust mechanical protection with maintained flexibility throughout operating range.
Specifications:
• Temperature: -65°C to +260°C
• Wall: 0.009" - 0.045" thickness
• 42 sizes: AWG 30 through 1-1/2"
• Specs: AMS 3653, MIL-1-22129, JT-224
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Thin Wall
JT-200 Thin Wall PTFE
Reduced wall thickness for weight-sensitive aerospace and medical applications. Maximum flexibility while maintaining chemical inertness.
Specifications:
• Temperature: -65°C to +260°C
• Wall: 0.009" - 0.025" thickness
• 37 sizes: AWG 30 through 3/4"
• Specs: AMS 3655
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Light Wall
JT-400 Light Wall PTFE
Minimal wall thickness for maximum flexibility in tight-radius installations. Ideal for applications requiring minimal material weight.
Specifications:
• Temperature: -65°C to +260°C
• Wall: 0.006" - 0.020" thickness
• 37 sizes: AWG 30 through 3/4"
• Specs: AMS 3654
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Available Options & Features

Color Options
RETMA EIA Color Coding
Available in natural translucent white as standard, plus ten RETMA EIA colors for easy identification in complex systems.
Available Colors:
• Natural (translucent white)
• Black, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow
• Plus 5 additional RETMA colors
• Same specs as natural versions
Compliance
Military & Medical Certifications
Meets stringent military, aerospace, medical, and food-grade specifications for critical applications.
Certifications:
• Military: AMS 3653-3655, MIL-1-22129
• FDA: 21 CFR 177.1550 compliant
• Medical: USP Class VI biocompatible
• Aerospace: JT-224 specification
Packaging
Convenient Packaging Options
Supplied on reels or coils for smaller sizes, with cut lengths available for larger diameters and custom requirements.
Available As:
• Reels/coils for sizes up to 3/4"
• Cut lengths for larger sizes
• Custom lengths available
• Consistent dimensions throughout

Common Applications

Aerospace & Military:

  • Aerospace fuel and hydraulic line protection
  • Military electronics wire insulation
  • High-temperature wire harnesses
  • Fluid transfer systems
  • Sensor and control line protection
  • Extreme environment applications

Industrial & Chemical:

  • Chemical transfer and processing
  • High-purity fluid handling
  • Aggressive solvent containment
  • Laboratory equipment tubing
  • Analytical instrument connections
  • Semiconductor manufacturing

Medical & Pharmaceutical:

  • Medical device components
  • Catheter and guidewire liners
  • Pharmaceutical processing
  • Biotechnology applications
  • Sterile fluid transfer
  • Food and beverage handling

Electrical:

  • High-temperature wire insulation
  • Electrical component protection
  • Coaxial cable insulation
  • Thermocouple lead protection
  • High-voltage applications
  • Harsh environment wire covering

📋 Material Properties

Chemical Resistance: Virtually inert to all chemicals except molten alkali metals and gaseous fluorine at high temperatures

Dielectric Strength: Excellent electrical insulation properties throughout temperature range

Coefficient of Friction: Extremely low, providing non-stick characteristics

Flexibility: Maintained throughout entire operating temperature range

Flammability: Non-flammable and self-extinguishing

FDA Compliance: Meets 21 CFR 177.1550 for food contact

💡 Unmatched Chemical Resistance

PTFE tubing is chemically inert to virtually all industrial chemicals, solvents, acids, and bases. This makes it the ideal choice for aggressive chemical environments where other materials would degrade. The non-shrinkable extruded construction ensures consistent dimensions and reliable performance in the most demanding applications.