PVC vs. Polyurethane: A Tubing Comparison - Medical Design Briefs
4.7 (400) · $ 6.50 · In stock
![PVC vs. Polyurethane: A Tubing Comparison - Medical Design Briefs](https://res.cloudinary.com/tbmg/c_scale,w_400,f_auto,q_auto/v1542208738/sites/mdb/articles/2015/features/55587-165_fig1.png)
PVC and polyurethane are thermoplastic materials that can be formed into a variety of shapes, including tubing and reinforced hose. Both materials are useful in numerous applications. But depending on factors such as temperature, chemical compatibility and plasticizer use, one product may perform better than the other in a particular application. This article examines each material’s benefits, drawbacks, and common uses as they pertain to products that are generally available for variety of industries.
![The PVC Debate: A Fresh Look](https://www.buildinggreen.com/sites/default/files/styles/smartphone_full/public/articles/EBN_2_2014_PVC_1200px.jpg?itok=6tkg_61e×tamp=1657733704)
The PVC Debate: A Fresh Look
![Beduan 8mm x 5mm Black Pneumatic Tubing Pipe PU Polyurethane Air Compressor Tubing Hose Pipe Line Fluid Transfer 39.4ft 12 Meter, Air Compressor Accessories - Canada](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71DVyKxaLaL._AC_UF894,1000_QL80_.jpg)
Beduan 8mm x 5mm Black Pneumatic Tubing Pipe PU Polyurethane Air Compressor Tubing Hose Pipe Line Fluid Transfer 39.4ft 12 Meter, Air Compressor Accessories - Canada
![PVC vs. Polyurethane: A Tubing Comparison - Medical Design Briefs](https://res.cloudinary.com/tbmg/ar_16:9,c_thumb,g_auto:subject,f_auto,q_auto/c_limit/v1581173385/sites/mdb/features-16x9/36026/mdb-0220-p10_fig1_primary-feature-item.jpg)
PVC vs. Polyurethane: A Tubing Comparison - Medical Design Briefs
![PDF) Comparison of polyurethane tracheal tube cuffs and conventional polyvinyl chloride tube cuff for prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia: A systematic review with meta-analysis](https://i1.rgstatic.net/publication/349827195_Comparison_of_polyurethane_tracheal_tube_cuffs_and_conventional_polyvinyl_chloride_tube_cuff_for_prevention_of_ventilator-associated_pneumonia_A_systematic_review_with_meta-analysis/links/604a766745851543166f1ce5/largepreview.png)
PDF) Comparison of polyurethane tracheal tube cuffs and conventional polyvinyl chloride tube cuff for prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia: A systematic review with meta-analysis
![What is the best tubing for medical device applications? - Medical Tubing and Extrusion](https://www.medicaltubingandextrusion.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/best-tubing-medical-device-applications.png)
What is the best tubing for medical device applications? - Medical Tubing and Extrusion
![PVC Hose vs. PU Hose vs. TPR Hose- Which Hose is Right for You? - Leaf Vacuum Hose & Mulch Hose](https://i0.wp.com/leafvacuumhose.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/PU-PVC-and-TPR-Vac-Hose-Comparison-Chart.png?fit=2355%2C2255&ssl=1)
PVC Hose vs. PU Hose vs. TPR Hose- Which Hose is Right for You? - Leaf Vacuum Hose & Mulch Hose
![PVC vs. Polyurethane: A Tubing Comparison - Medical Design Briefs](https://res.cloudinary.com/tbmg/c_scale,w_400,f_auto,q_auto/v1542208738/sites/mdb/articles/2015/features/55587-165_fig3.png)
PVC vs. Polyurethane: A Tubing Comparison - Medical Design Briefs
![Hromee Air Line 1/4 Inch (6.35MM) OD Pneumatic Polyurethane PU Tube 32.8ft Tubing Hose : : Tools & Home Improvement](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61+bvI2LB3L._AC_UF894,1000_QL80_.jpg)
Hromee Air Line 1/4 Inch (6.35MM) OD Pneumatic Polyurethane PU Tube 32.8ft Tubing Hose : : Tools & Home Improvement
![Polyurethane pipe, Polyurethane tube - All industrial manufacturers](https://img.directindustry.com/images_di/photo-m2/7923-17789091.jpg)
Polyurethane pipe, Polyurethane tube - All industrial manufacturers
![Medical Design & Outsourcing — MAY 2021 by WTWH Media LLC - Issuu](https://image.isu.pub/210506212329-adf2c1aa911787e64444b1650e4d0041/jpg/page_1_thumb_large.jpg)
Medical Design & Outsourcing — MAY 2021 by WTWH Media LLC - Issuu
![How to choose air tubes](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/howtochooseairtubes-160927064600/85/how-to-choose-air-tubes-2-320.jpg?cb=1670757325)
How to choose air tubes
![Uterine/Surgical Aspiration Tubing For Sale](https://www.gcmedica.com/uploads/image/20230811/11/uterine-aspiration-tubing_1691723700.webp)
Uterine/Surgical Aspiration Tubing For Sale
![Kangaroo™ Polyurethane and PVC Feeding Tubes](https://www.cardinalhealth.com/content/dam/corp/products/professional-products/category-grid-asset/category-featured/grid-wide-461420E-kangaroo-polyurethane-argyle-pvc-feeding-tube.jpg)
Kangaroo™ Polyurethane and PVC Feeding Tubes
![PVC vs. Polyurethane: A Tubing Comparison - Medical Design Briefs](https://res.cloudinary.com/tbmg/c_scale,w_400,f_auto,q_auto/v1542208738/sites/mdb/articles/2015/features/55587-165_fig4.png)
PVC vs. Polyurethane: A Tubing Comparison - Medical Design Briefs
![1M/2M/5M/10M/20M Air Component Hose Polyurethane Tubing 4mm 6mm 8mm 10mm 12mm Pipe Line Hose Pneumatic Tube for Compressor (Color : Black 10m, Size : 12x8mm) : : Tools & Home Improvement](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bVGnhL9YL.jpg)
1M/2M/5M/10M/20M Air Component Hose Polyurethane Tubing 4mm 6mm 8mm 10mm 12mm Pipe Line Hose Pneumatic Tube for Compressor (Color : Black 10m, Size : 12x8mm) : : Tools & Home Improvement