Precision Machined Barbed Tubing
Barbed Tubing
Create Secure, Leak-Resistant Connections with Barbed Tubing
Barbed tubing is used to create secure, leak-resistant connections between flexible plastic or rubber tubing and another component—such as a fitting, tube, or device—without the need for adhesives or complex connectors. Because they don’t require threaded fittings or clamps in many cases, barbed ends are a cost-effective and space-efficient solution for assemblies.
Machining barbed tubing involves forming a series of small ridges or tapered rings on the outer surface of a tube or fitting so that flexible tubing can grip securely. The exact method depends on the tube’s material (e.g., stainless steel, brass, plastic), wall thickness, and the required barb geometry
Barbed tubes are a great way to secure a plastic tube or to retain a tube in an epoxied assembly. Barbs may be cut or ground on most regular and heavy walled tubes, and can also be machined onto a fitting depending on the application. Different types of barbs are also available.
Common Applications of Barbed Tubing Include:
Medical and pharmaceutical assemblies
Lab instrumentation
Industrial fluid transfer
Epoxied manifold connections
Spiral Cuts
Spiral cuts, similar to screw threads, are also a way to ensure a great bond with epoxy.
Because they are not as deep or closely pitched as a mechanical thread, we can add a spiral cut to regular and some thin wall tubes. If you’re looking for a less expensive way to add friction to the outer diameter of your tube or fitting, grit blasting could be the right solution.
Contact us today to discuss all of your barbed tube needs.
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