Clear-Flex polyurethane: CLEARLY a better connector!
Clear-Flex is your solution when you need flexible connectors that are static-dissipative, FDA-acceptable, highly clear… or all three!
Best of all, Clear-Flex outlasts rubber and fabric sleeves by 10 to 1in the demanding application of dry, abrasive materials processing!
Clear-Flex is available in a variety of forms, including seamless tubing, spliced sleeves and connectors, and even molded corrugated sleeves.
We’ve steadily improved Clear-Flex’s qualities over the years until we now proudly offer Clear-Flex SDX, ourfourth-generation product. This custom-compounded polyether-based polyurethane meets ATEX requirements for static dissipation and both FDA and EC standards for food and pharmaceutical contact, while retaining flexibility, exceptional clarity and outstanding durability.
Is Clear-Flex SDX the world’s most perfect connector and sleeve material? You decide.
Now Clear-Flex SDX polyurethane is available in new custom connector designs. Our precision computerized cutting and welding technology allow us to turn your CAD drawing into a Clear-Flex SDX custom connector.
These new products feature smooth, durable welded seams. This eliminates the risk of sewing threads wearing out or falling into your product. Contact your Siftex representative to learn more about how our computerized design, cutting and welding technology can help you spend less time with downtime!
Flex Fatigue Resistance | Excellent |
Oil/Grease | Good |
Weathering | Excellent |
Water Absorption | Excellent |
Acid (dilute) | Good |
Acid (concentrated) | Poor |
Chlorinated Hydrocarbon | Good |
Property | English | Metric | ASTM Test |
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Specific Gravity | 1.12 | 1.12 | D792 |
Tensile Strength | 4700 psi | 32.4 MPa | D412 |
Ultimate Elongation | >700% | >700% | D412 |
Tear Strength, Die C | 410.0 lbs/in^2 | 65.6 kN/m^2 | D624 |
Hardness: Shore A, 10s delay | 82 | 82 | D2240 |
Taber Abrasion: mg loss: H-18,1000g load @ 1000 cycles | 39 mg | 39 mg | D5963-96 |
Comparable 55A Neoprene RubberTaber Result | 137 mg | 137 mg | D5963-96 |
Surface Resistance | 1.4 x 10^6 ohm/sq | 1.4 x 10^6 ohm/sq | D257 |
Static Decay, MIL-PRF-81705D,5kV to 50V, 12% RH | 0.50 s | 0.50 s | FTMS101C 4046.1 |
Clear-Flex SDX is available in 10 standard diameters of seamless tubing with .030 inch (.76 mm) wall thickness, in lengths up to 50 feet (15 m):
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