Tube-kit 1/16", .005"/.12mm 20 cm long, 316SS, 50/pkg

These packages of pre-cut Type 316 stainless tubing provide an economical solution to the problems that are caused by "seat-of-the-pants" cutting in the lab or field. They are priced to give a savings over the per-cut charge for custom-cut tubing.

All tubing is electrolytically cut and specially steam-cleaned with micro-filtered steam from deionized water, which removes both organic and inorganic contaminants.

The improper cutting and cleaning of metal tubing is the largest single cause of chromatographic problems and premature valve failure. The use of our precision cut and finished tubing with VICI fittings and valves maintains the flow uniformity and cleanliness that high performance systems require.

VICI's electrolytic cutting process yields polished tubing with flat ends, minimizing the potential for dead volumes or leaks caused by the uneven ends and burrs left by the tools common in the general laboratory environment - wire cutters, files, jewelers' saws, and most tubing cutters. These non-precision cutters are likely to generate particulates and deform inner and outer diameters, which can introduce dead volume and flow anomalies.

Each piece of VICI metal tubing is specially cleaned with micro-filtered steam from deionized water to remove both organic and inorganic contaminants, representing a major improvement over the common practice of using organic solvents to "clean" tubing. Our test reports have been confirmed by most of the major instrument suppliers: the VICI process provides analytically clean tubing.

In addition, VICI are expert at producing custom bent and shaped tubing. Contact us to learn more about our custom tube bending service.