Bioflex is a smoothbore, highly flexible PTFE lined hose. Its design gives customers the best of both worlds - a smoothbore PTFE Liner, with the flexibility normally associated with a convoluted hose.
Bioflex's unique design is patent protected. The PTFE liner comprises integral rib sections (which support the tube against kinking, vacuum and pressure) and highly compressed web sections (which give a smoothbore inner surface and excellent flexibility).
Bioflex is available with a choice of braids, external protection, end fittings, electrical trace heating or steam heating.

Comparison with Silicone Rubber Hose

Hygienic Cleanability - Much better, due to highly polished inner surface finish.
Chemical Resistance - Considerably improved, particularly to strong oxidising acids and bases.
Temperature & Pressure Ratings - Much higher temperature and pressure capability.
Steam Resistance - Permanently resistant to steam sterilising (unlike silicone hose, which has a limited life).

Comparison with Convoluted PTFE Hose

Hygienic Cleanability - Vastly improved, due to smooth bore and hygienically polished inner surface.
Flow Rates - More than 100% higher.
Pressure Ratings - More than 50% higher.
Gas Permeation Resistance - More than 150% higher.
Flex Life at Temperature and Pressure - More than 50 times the life, dependent upon conditions.