GORE® STA-PURE® Pump Tubing, Series PFL

Durable Tubing for Reliable Performance in Aggressive Chemical Applications

Challenging pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical processes demand high performance solutions — including durable peristaltic pump tubing that reliably withstands aggressive chemicals and protects against catastrophic failure.

Silicone pump tubing has limited resistance to chemicals like organic solvents. But the patented composite of GORE STA-PURE Pump Tubing, Series PFL is engineered to resist aggressive chemicals including organic solvents. Series PFL tubing also delivers consistent flow rates at pressures up to 60 psig and is designed to work seamlessly in your existing processes.

Series PFL

Chemically Inert

Provides better chemical compatibility than silicone or thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) tubing
Performs reliably with common organic solvents
Minimizes incidence of premature rupture

Compatible with CIP/SIP and Autoclave Sterilization

Provides a flexible solution for industry-standard cleaning/sterilization procedures
Supports sterile fluid processing

Available in Standard Sizes

Retrofits easily to industry-standard peristaltic pumps. See a complete list of all our standard dimensions.

High Resilience

Maintains process stability
Delivers consistent flow rate

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Data Sheet: GORE® STA-PURE® Pump Tubing Series PFL

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Aggressive Chemical Resistance

Series PFL was tested for durability to ensure reliable performance with aggressive chemicals as compared to deionized (DI) water. Twelve (12) samples were tested in a Watson-Marlow 600 Series two-roller peristaltic pump at a discharge pressure of 10 psig and speed of 165 rpm. The samples had a nominal ID of 12.7 mm and nominal WT of 3.2 mm. The samples were subjected to CIP/SIP conditions for 5 cycles (3 before and 2 during testing). Working fluids consisted of DI water (6 samples), and 99% concentrations of acetic acid, acetone, and ethanol (2 samples each). The mean tube life of the samples that underwent pumping of organic solvents was not significantly different from the samples that underwent pumping of DI water.

Technical Specifications

Unlike silicone tubing, Series PFL is manufactured with a patented composite of platinum-cured perfluoroelastomer and expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) for increased reliability with aggressive chemicals in peristaltic pumps.

PFL Tubing Product Information
Materials and Construction	A patented composite of platinum-cured perfluororelastomer and expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE)
Fluid Contact Surface	Platinum-cured perfluoroelastomer
Performance Testing	Series PFL was tested for durability in peristaltic pumps over a wide range of discharge pressures and working fluids (see table)

Series PFL was tested in peristaltic pumps over a wide range of discharge pressures and working fluids (see table).

Series PFL Tube Life and Flow Decay at End of Test^a
Discharge Pressure (psig)	Tube Life (hours)
10	>330^b
60	85 ± 48^c

^aContinuous pumping of room temperature deionized water in Watson-Marlow 500 and 600 Series peristaltic pumps. The 500 Series pumps were used for testing at 60 psig with pump head speed of 220 rpm (two rollers). The 600 Series pumps were used for testing at 10 psig with pump head speed of 165 rpm (two rollers). Samples selected represent the worst-case configuration of pump and tube size based on mechanical stresses imposed by the pump on the tube.

^bTube size = 12.7 mm (ID) x 3.2 mm (WT); When testing was terminated at a minimum of 330 hours, all 6 samples were performing without failure. Failure is defined as rupture, leakage, sustained flow reduction of 25 percent or more, or inability to sustain operating pressure. Tubing was subjected to conditions similar to 5 CIP/SIP cycles (3 before and 2 during testing).

^cTube size = 6.4 mm (ID) x 2.4 mm (WT); 6 samples were tested until failure as defined in (b) above. The operating life until failure is presented as the average and standard deviation for all samples. The minimum observed value was 28 hours. Before testing, tubing was subjected to conditions similar to 1 CIP/SIP cycle.

PFL Testing Summary
Sterilization	Validated for operation after SIP/CIP and autoclave sterilization. Gamma or x-ray irradiation should not be used as it may damage or degrade mechanical properties.
Biocompatibility	Meets USP <87> Biological Reactivity Tests In Vitro. Meets USP <88> Biological Reactivity Tests In Vivo, Class VI.
Manufacturing Environment	Manufactured and packaged in an ISO 14644-1 Class 7 cleanroom.
Quality Standards	Adheres to cGMP as defined by Gore PharmBIO Products’ quality system. Certified to ISO 13485 and ISO 15378.
Inspection	Visually inspected for contamination and defects in materials and workmanship. Inner diameter, wall thickness, and length are measured for each lot and checked against specifications.
Storage/Shelf Life	Expiration date is four years from the date of manufacture.

Series PFL products are available in standard sizes through select channel partners. To request a Validation Guide, or to connect with a trusted channel partner to discuss your specific needs, contact us.

Standard size ranges

Example	Z	A	12	FE
Attribute	Inner Diameter (ID)	Wall thickness (WT)	Length (L)	Series PFL
Nominal Range	1.6 - 25.4mm (0.063 - 1.0 in)	0.8 - 4.8 mm (0.031 - 0.19 in)	304.8 - 609.6 mm (12.0 - 24.0 in)	FE

Example: ZA12FE is a Series PFL tube with a nominal ID of 3.2 mm (0.13 in), WT of 1.6 mm (0.063 in), and L of 304.8mm (12 in).

peristatic pump tubing series PFL dimensions

	Nominal Dimensions		Specifications
Gore Part Number	Inner Diameter (mm)	Wall Thickness (mm)	Inner Diameter (mm)	Wall Thickness (mm)	Length (mm)
XZ14FE	2.8	0.8	2.80 ± 0.20	0.90 ± 0.10	355.6 ± 3.0
YA12FE	1.6	1.6	1.60 ± 0.20	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
YA14FE	1.6	1.6	1.60 ± 0.20	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
ZA12FE	3.2	1.6	3.20 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
ZA14FE	3.2	1.6	3.20 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
AA12FE	4.8	1.6	4.70 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
AA14FE	4.8	1.6	4.70 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
BA12FE	6.4	1.6	6.30 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
BA14FE	6.4	1.6	6.30 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
CA12FE	8.0	1.6	7.90 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
CA14FE	8.0	1.6	7.90 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
YB14FE	1.6	2.4	1.60 ± 0.20	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
ZB14FE	3.2	2.4	3.20 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
AB14FE	4.8	2.4	4.70 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
BB14FE	6.4	2.4	6.30 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
CB14FE	8.0	2.4	7.90 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
DB24FE	9.5	2.4	9.40 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
BC24FE	6.4	3.2	6.30 ± 0.25	3.30 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
DC24FE	9.5	3.2	9.40 ± 0.25	3.30 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
EC24FE	12.7	3.2	12.50 ± 0.25	3.30 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
FC24FE	15.9	3.2	15.70 ± 0.50	3.30 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
LH15FE	12.0	4.0	11.80 ± 0.25	4.20 ± 0.40	381.0 ± 3.0
NH15FE	17.0	4.0	16.80 ± 0.50	4.20 ± 0.40	381.0 ± 3.0
ED24FE	12.7	4.8	12.50 ± 0.25	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
FD24FE	15.9	4.8	15.70 ± 0.50	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
GD24FE	19.1	4.8	18.80 ± 0.50	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
HD24FE	25.4	4.8	25.00 ± 0.50	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0