When it comes to peristaltic pump tubing, engineers, lab technicians, and food and beverage manufacturers often reach for Tygon® tubing by Saint-Gobain, known for its performance and wide range of specialized applications. However, many are discovering that SantopSeal Corporation’s TPV tubing made with Santoprene offers equivalent performance at a fraction of the cost, without compromising quality, durability, or compliance.
In this blog, we’ll provide a detailed side-by-side comparison of Tygon® and SantopSeal tubing, helping you make an informed decision for your fluid transfer applications.
Why Tubing Matters in Peristaltic Pumps
Peristaltic pumps rely on flexible, durable tubing to move fluids without contamination or mechanical failure. Key factors to consider include:
- Chemical resistance for inks, chemicals, or beverages
- Flex fatigue life for long-term reliability
- Temperature tolerance for high- or low-temperature applications
- Compliance with food, beverage, or medical standards
- Cost-effectiveness, especially for large-scale operations
While Tygon® has dominated the market, SantopSeal is emerging as a trusted manufacturer of high-quality, cost-efficient peristaltic pump tubing.
Side-by-Side Comparison: Tygon® vs SantopSeal TPV Tubing
| Feature / Property | Tygon® Ink 1000 | SantopSeal
Ink Tubing |
Tygon® A-60-F | SantopSeal FDA Peristaltic tubing | Tygon® E-3603 | SantopSeal Medical Grade TPV tubing |
| Application | UV Ink Transfer | UV Ink Transfer and General Industrial | Food & Beverage | Food & Beverage | Lab & Vacuum | Medical / Healthcare |
| Shore A Hardness | 90 | Available in multiple hardness
45-90 A |
61 | 60 | 56 | 59 |
| Tensile Strength (Psi / Mpa) | 2330 / 16.1 | 2260 / 15.6 | 1000 / 6.9 | 652 / 4.5 | 1750 / 12.1 | 754 / 5.2 |
| Ultimate Elongation (%) | 470 | 597 | 375 | 450 | 425 | 430 |
| Max Recommended Temp (°C) | 55 | 135 | 135 | 135 | 74 | 135 |
| Min Recommended Temp (°C) | – | –60 | –60 | –60 | –46 | –60 |
| Flex Fatigue Resistance | High | Excellent | High | Excellent | High | Excellent |
| Regulatory Compliance | – | UL Listed | FDA, NSF-51, 3-A | FDA, NSF 51 / 61 | – | USP Class VI, ISO 10993 |
| Color | Black | Black | Natural manila | Natural manila and Food-grade colorable | Clear | Medical-grade colorable |
| Cost | Premium | Cost-Effective | Premium | Cost-Effective | Premium | Cost-Effective |
Key Takeaways
- Performance Parity
SantopSeal tubing matches or exceeds Tygon® tubing in flex fatigue life, chemical resistance, and temperature tolerance, making it ideal for industrial, food & beverage, laboratory, and medical applications. - Regulatory Compliance
Both brands offer food and medical-grade options, but SantopSeal’s food grade and medical-grade TPV tubing provide NSF and USP Class VI compliance at lower cost. - Customizability
SantopSeal can manufacture tubing in Shore A durometers from 50 to 90 and sizes from 1/32″ to 2″, giving you flexibility for diverse applications. - Cost Savings
Tygon® tubing is widely recognized for its premium pricing. SantopSeal offers high-quality equivalent tubing at a fraction of the cost, which can save companies thousands on large-volume orders.
Why Choose SantopSeal Corporation?
- Expert Manufacturer – Over decades of experience in custom rubber and thermoplastic products.
- Cost-Effective Solutions – Delivers equivalent performance at lower cost.
- Custom Capabilities – Wide range of durometers, sizes, and grades for industrial, food, and medical applications.
- Reliability & Compliance – Products meet regulatory standards for food, beverage, and medical use.
Whether you’re using peristaltic pumps in lab, medical, or industrial settings, SantopSeal provides performance, compliance, and value, all in one package.
Conclusion
If you are looking for durable, compliant, and cost-effective peristaltic pump tubing, SantopSeal Corporation is an excellent alternative to Tygon® tubing. By choosing SantopSeal, you get high-performance tubing without paying premium prices, enabling more efficient operations and smarter budget allocation.
For custom quotes, technical support, and material selection, SantopSeal’s team is ready to assist. Explore SantopSeal Peristaltic pump tubing today and experience a smarter, cost-effective solution for peristaltic pumps. Contact SantopSeal at info@santopseal.com or call 412-444-1888.