Silicon tubing size for pumps

[Kasrkin]

Hello, quick question:

What size silicon tubing should I use with my pump? this will be used on a single tier brew stand, to transfer wort and basically every other function that it would need to perform for a brew stand, I'm assuming 1/2 inch, but I didn't want to make a purchase without being certain, thank you for your time!

-K

 

[Minbari]

It depends on the hose barb sizes you have. if you have 1/2" barbs, then use 1/2" hose.

only other thing I understand you have to watch with silicon tubing is that you dont have any flow restriction between the pump and the hose. It can blow up like a balloon and pop.

 

[Minbari]

It depends on the hose barb sizes you have. if you have 1/2" barbs, then use 1/2" hose.

only other thing I understand you have to watch with silicon tubing is that you dont have any flow restriction between the pump and the hose. It can blow up like a balloon and pop.

 

[Kasrkin]

ok great, thank you!

 

[day_trippr]

With silicone, use 1/2" id, 3/4" od.
Don't mess with the thinner wall stuff...

Cheers!

 

[kal]

I would even recommend thicker walled 1/2" ID, 7/8" OD. It kinks less and holds heat better. It's what I use myself.

As Minbari mentioned, never apply pressure to the hose, either by pumping into it with a valve shut somewhere down the line or worse, with standard house (faucet) pressure. Silicone can and will blow up like a balloon.

Kal

 

[AnOldUR]

So, I guess I'm the only one who likes the snugger fit of 3/8" ID (1/8" wall) silicone tubing on their 1/2" fittings.