Food Grade High Pressure Braided PVC Tubing 100 ft Roll - Clear, Firm

Our review of the Food Grade High Pressure Braided PVC Tubing summarizes who will get the most use from this 100 ft roll and the single biggest reason to buy it: the combination of braid reinforcement and DOTP plasticizer gives a clear, firm hose that stands up to pressure and a wide temperature range. This review is aimed at installers and hobbyists who need a long length of food-grade, high-pressure clear tubing that resists UV and handles warm liquids without immediate deformation. If you need extreme flexibility or very low-temperature pliability, consider a different soft tubing.

Key Features

• 1 in inner diameter: The 1 in ID offers a full-bore flow suitable for many food and liquid transfer setups without excessive restriction.
• Braid-reinforced high-pressure design: The braided reinforcement increases burst resistance and helps the hose keep shape under pressure.
• Food grade formulation: Uses DOTP non-phthalate plasticizer so the tubing is intended for food-contact applications where a plasticized PVC is acceptable.
• Wide usable temperatures: Rated for 25F to 150F so it handles cold storage to hot liquids encountered in many processing or kitchen tasks.
• Firm durometer 73A: The 73A hardness gives a stable, kink-resistant hose body that resists collapse under moderate suction or handling.
• Clear and UV-resistant: The transparent material makes fluid inspection easy while UV resistance helps outdoor or sun-exposed runs last longer.

Who It's For

This tubing is best for food service operators, small processors, homebrewers, and maintenance crews who need a long, continuous run of clear, braid-reinforced PVC that tolerates pressure and warm liquids. The 1 in ID and firm 73A hardness suit pump-fed transfer, beverage lines, and general-purpose plumbing where clarity and strength matter.

Those who should look elsewhere include users who require extreme flexibility at low temperatures or ultra-soft tubing for delicate routing; also buyers insisting on a different plasticizer chemistry should verify compatibility with specific regulations before use.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Clear, transparent tubing makes it easy to monitor flow and detect contamination.
• Braid reinforcement improves pressure handling and dimensional stability under load.
• Food-grade DOTP plasticizer avoids phthalates and is suitable for many food-contact uses.
• Wide temperature range and UV resistance expand where it can be installed.

Cons

• Firm 73A durometer means the hose is not the most flexible option for tight bends.
• Some customers report a smell on new lengths, which may require flushing before use.

Specifications

Type	High-Pressure Clear PVC Tubing
Material	PVC with DOTP plasticizer
Inner Diameter	1 in
Outer Diameter	1-19/64 in
Reinforcement	Braid-reinforced
Durometer	73A (Firm)
Temperature Range	25F to 150F (-4 C to 66 C)

Our Verdict

The Food Grade High Pressure Braided PVC Tubing is a practical, value-oriented choice for anyone needing a long run of clear, pressure-capable tubing that tolerates warm liquids and outdoor exposure. It is especially good where visual flow monitoring and structural stability matter, though buyers seeking softer, highly flexible hose for tight routing should consider alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tubing safe for beverage and food use?
The tubing uses DOTP non-phthalate plasticizer and is described as food grade, but users should verify compatibility with their specific food contact regulations and flush before first use.

How flexible is this hose for routing?
With a 73A durometer and braid reinforcement it is relatively firm and resists kinking, so it is not the most flexible option for tight bends.

Can it handle hot liquids?
Yes, the rated temperature range up to 150F means it can be used with many hot liquids encountered in processing or service environments.