The Right Tube for Every Application
Hi, most pneumatic systems in the US run on one tube: the PISCO UBT. It handles everyday air applications at a lower cost, and when you need more, PISCO has 10 additional tubing families ready to go. All engineered in Japan, RoHS2 compliant, and shipping direct from Illinois.
IN THIS ISSUE
AIR-ONLY PNEUMATICS
1. UBT Dedicated Air Tubing
The 90% Solution
The UBT is PISCO's most popular tube in the US. If your application runs on compressed air, this is the tube to start with. Same mechanical strength and flexibility as the UB series, at a lower price point.
KEY SPECS — UBT SERIES
Max Pressure: 1.0 MPa (145 psi)
Temp Range: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F)
Fluid Medium: Air Only
Sizes: 3 – 12mm OD
NEED WATER COMPATIBILITY?
2. UB Polyurethane Tubing
Need water compatibility? The UB series is the step up. Same pressure rating as UBT, but compatible with both air and water. Available in 10 colors, ultra-small diameters down to 1.8mm, and clean-room packaging for semiconductor and pharma.
KEY SPECS — UB SERIES
Max Pressure: 1.0 MPa (145 psi)
Temp Range: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F)
Fluid Medium: Air + Water
Sizes: 1.8 – 16mm + Inch
TUBE SELECTION
Which Tube Do You Need?
Start with your application. The right tube follows from there.
AIR ONLY
UBT is your standard. Cost-effective, 1.0 MPa, covers 90% of factory pneumatics.
AIR + WATER
UB is the upgrade. Same pressure, adds water compatibility. 10 colors, clean-room option.
HIGH PRESSURE OR HEAT
NA Nylon. 2.0 MPa (290 psi), operates to 90°C. Air, water, and heat medium oil.
CHEMICAL OR EXTREME TEMP
SFT Fluoropolymer. -65 to 260°C. Semiconductor, pharma, chemical processing.
TIGHT SPACES OR MOVING PARTS
UC Soft for compact piping. UBS Low-Friction for cable chains. UL/NL Coiled for air tools.
DEMANDING ENVIRONMENTS
3. Nylon, Fluoropolymer & Specialty

Nylon (NA / NB). High pressure to 2.0 MPa (290 psi), operates to 90°C. Air, water, and heat medium oil. Ideal for mold cooling.
Anti-Spatter (FB). Flame-retardant cover for robotic welding cells. Anti-Static (UE). Conductive for electronics and PCB assembly.
Polyolefin (CTA/CTB). Food safe, clean environments. Vacuum (UD). Ultra-soft for vacuum piping on moving parts.
MOVING PARTS & MULTI-LINE
4. Coiled & Multi-Core Tubing

Spiral Coiled (UL / NL). Polyurethane or nylon coils for air tools and moving parts. 1 to 20 m lengths. 10 colors.
Twin Spiral (ULF). Two-core coil for double-acting cylinders. Max stroke 4.7 m (15.4 ft).
Multi-Colored Ribbon (UQ / UCQ). 2 to 6 color-coded cores for multi-line piping. Custom configurations available.
COMPLETE THE SYSTEM
5. Don't Forget the Accessories
PISCO carries cutters, shears, binders, insert rings, and reusable tube reels designed to work with our tubing.

TC-21
Tube Cutter
Double-sided angle blade with built-in 1 m (39") tape measure.

TCN-20
Tube Shears
Stainless steel shears with spring-loaded handle. Cuts all sizes.
THE PISCO TAKE
Start Simple. Upgrade When You Need To.
Most US pneumatic systems only need UBT. When the application calls for water, higher pressure, chemical resistance, or extreme temperatures, PISCO has 10 additional families engineered for exactly that. One source, every tube, shipping from Illinois.
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