GORE® STA-PURE® Pump Tubing, Series PCS

Durable Tubing for Reliable Performance in High Pressure Applications

Challenging biopharmaceutical processes demand superior solutions — including peristaltic pump tubing that provides greater reliability and security against rupture. Conventional extruded silicone pump tubing may balloon or rupture at high pressure. GORE STA-PURE Pump Tubing, Series PCS employs a unique, patented composite structure that overcomes this limitation. Even at pressures up to 100 psig, Series PCS tubing delivers consistent flow rates.

Series PCS

High Flex Durability

Enables long production cycles
Minimizes incidence of rupture at high pressures

High Resilience

Maintains process stability
Delivers consistent flow rate

Standard Sizes

Retrofits easily to industry-standard peristaltic pumps. See a complete list of all our standard dimensions.
Series PCS comes in standard sizes, available through our select channel partners.

Compatible with CIP/SIP and Autoclave Sterilization

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

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

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Technical Specifications

Unlike conventional tubing, Series PCS is manufactured with a patented composite of platinum-cured silicone rubber, reinforced with expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) for added strength and resilience.

PCS Tubing Product Information

Materials and Construction	Patented composite of thermoplastic material (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene) and elastomeric material (platinum-cured silicone)
Fluid Contact Surface	Platinum-cured silicone
Performance Testing	Series PCS tubing tested for durability in peristaltic pumps under rigorous real-world conditions, including up to 100 psig and multiple cleaning and sterilization cycles, across various discharge pressures.

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

Series PCS Tube Life and Flow Decay at End of Test^a

Discharge Pressure (psig)	Tube Life (hours)
10	>2,160^b
100	106 ± 48^c

^a Continuous pumping of room temperature deionized water in Watson-Marlow 500 Series peristaltic pumps, with pump head speed of 220 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.

^b Tube size = 9.5 mm (ID) x 2.4 mm (WT). When testing was terminated at 2,160 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 cycles before testing and 2 cycles during testing).

^c Tube size = 3.2 mm (ID) x 2.4 mm (WT). Six tubing 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 52 hours. Before testing, tubing was subjected to conditions similar to 1 CIP/SIP cycle.

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.

GORE STA-PURE Pump Tubing, Series PCS: Superior to Silicone

Pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturers often hesitate to use peristaltic pumps due to the pressure and durability limitations of conventional silicone tubing. Series PCS addresses these challenges with an innovative design that significantly outperforms silicone, showcasing advanced durability and performance.

Test Conditions

Continuous pumping of room temperature water in Watson-Marlow 500 Series peristaltic pumps, with discharge pressure of 10 psig and pump head speed of 220 rpm (two rollers).
Tube size: 9.5 mm (inner diameter) x 2.4 mm (wall thickness). Series PCS was subjected to five CIP/SIP cycles, (three cycles before testing, two cycles during testing. Silicone tubing was not subjected to CIP/SIP cycles.

Reliability Testing Results

Tests demonstrate the significant performance advantages of using Series PCS pump tubing rather than silicone in long-duration applications. Series PCS dramatically outperforms silicone in terms of both flow-rate decay and extended service life.

*Series PCS did not fail; testing was terminated at 2,160 hours.

**Silicone tubing failed within 29 hours.

Series PCS products are available in standard configurations, sized for easy retrofit with industry-standard equipment. See a complete list of all our standard dimensions. 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	ME
Attribute	Inner Diameter (ID)	Wall thickness (WT)	Length (L)	Series PCS
Nominal Range	1.6 - 25.4mm (0.063 - 1.0 in)	0.8 - 9.0 mm (0.031 - 0.354 in)	304.8 - 796.0 mm (12.0 - 31.3 in)	ME

peristatic pump tubing series PFL dimensions

Example: ZA12ME is a Series PCS 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).

	Nominal Dimensions		Specifications
Gore Part Number	Inner Diameter (mm)	Wall Thickness (mm)	Inner Diameter (mm)	Wall Thickness (mm)	Length (mm)
XZ12ME	2.8	0.8	2.80 ± 0.20	0.90 ± 0.10	304.8 ± 3.0
YA12ME	1.6	1.6	1.60 ± 0.20	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
YA14ME	1.6	1.6	1.60 ± 0.20	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
ZA12ME	3.2	1.6	3.20 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
ZA14ME	3.2	1.6	3.20 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
AA12ME	4.8	1.6	4.70 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
AA14ME	4.8	1.6	4.70 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
BA12ME	6.4	1.6	6.30 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
BA14ME	6.4	1.6	6.30 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
CA12ME	8.0	1.6	7.90 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	304.8 ± 3.0
CA14ME	8.0	1.6	7.90 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
CA16ME	8.0	1.6	7.90 ± 0.25	1.70 ± 0.20	406.4 ± 3.0
YB14ME	1.6	2.4	1.60 ± 0.20	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
ZB14ME	3.2	2.4	3.20 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
AB14ME	4.8	2.4	4.70 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
BB14ME	6.4	2.4	6.30 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
CB14ME	8.0	2.4	7.90 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
DB14ME	9.5	2.4	9.40 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	355.6 ± 3.0
DB24ME	9.5	2.4	9.40 ± 0.25	2.50 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
BC24ME	6.4	3.2	6.30 ± 0.25	3.30 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
DC24ME	9.5	3.2	9.40 ± 0.25	3.30 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
EC24ME	12.7	3.2	12.50 ± 0.25	3.30 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
EC26ME	12.7	3.2	12.50 ± 0.25	3.30 ± 0.20	660.4 ± 3.0
FC24ME	15.9	3.2	15.70 ± 0.50	3.30 ± 0.20	609.6 ± 3.0
CH15ME	8.0	4.0	7.90 ± 0.25	4.20 ± 0.40	381.0 ± 3.0
LH15ME	12.0	4.0	11.80 ± 0.25	4.20 ± 0.40	381.0 ± 3.0
LH24ME	12.0	4.0	11.80 ± 0.25	4.20 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
NH15ME	17.0	4.0	16.80 ± 0.50	4.20 ± 0.40	381.0 ± 3.0
NH24ME	17.0	4.0	16.80 ± 0.50	4.20 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
DD24ME	9.5	4.8	9.40 ± 0.25	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
ED24ME	12.7	4.8	12.50 ± 0.25	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
FD24ME	15.9	4.8	15.70 ± 0.50	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
GD24ME	19.1	4.8	18.80 ± 0.50	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
HD24ME	25.4	4.8	25.00 ± 0.50	5.00 ± 0.40	609.6 ± 3.0
EE27ME	12.7	6.4	12.50 ± 0.25	6.60 ± 0.45	685.8 ± 3.0
GE27ME	19.1	6.4	18.80 ± 0.50	6.60 ± 0.45	685.8 ± 3.0
JF80ME	25.0	9.0	24.60 ± 0.50	9.20 ± 0.50	796.0 ± 6.0