Ultra Clear Platinum Silicone Tubing 100 ft - 3/8 in ID x 1/2 in OD

In this review of the Ultra Clear Platinum Silicone Tubing 100 ft, the bottom line is clear: this is a durable, food- and medical-grade silicone hose for projects that need high clarity, wide temperature tolerance and reliable flexibility. The review finds the tubing best suited to users who need a long length of large-bore silicone that can stretch over barbs and remain supple outdoors; the single biggest reason to buy is the combination of platinum-cured purity and a usable temperature range from -100F to +500F that keeps it functional where vinyl or cheaper hoses fail.

Key Features

• 3/8 in inner diameter: a large bore that accommodates higher flow and fits many siphon and transfer applications while still stretching to fit barbs up to 14 mm.
• Ultra clear platinum cured silicone: provides food safe and medical-application compatible material when sterilized, so it is suitable for drinking water and sensitive uses.
• Wide temperature range: remains flexible and functional from -100F to +500F, making it useful for extreme heat or cold environments.
• UV and outdoor resistant: the tubing resists deterioration in sunlight and stays supple after long-term outdoor exposure.
• Durable and kink-free: construction reduces kinking during installation and use, improving reliability in continuous runs.

Who It's For

The tubing is ideal for hobbyists and professionals who need a long run of large-diameter silicone for fluid transfer, sandblaster siphon hose replacements, beverage lines, or light medical and lab setups that require sterilizable, food-safe material. Its clarity and flexibility suit systems where visual flow monitoring and easy routing are important.

It is less appropriate for applications that require rigid pressure-rated hydraulic hose, or installations where a pre-formed connector system is mandatory; users who need colored, reinforced, or braided hose for high-pressure pneumatic systems should look elsewhere.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Food- and medical-grade platinum curing ensures material purity and safe use for drinking water when properly sterilized.
• Excellent flexibility and stretch allow it to slip over hose barbs and remain supple during cold and hot conditions.
• Long 100 ft length offers good value for long runs and multiple projects without frequent joins.
• UV resistance and durability make it suitable for outdoor use without rapid degradation.

Cons

• Clarity is generally good but some users note variations in how crystal clear it appears compared with other ultra-clear tubing.

Specifications

Brand	Cold & Colder
Length	100 ft
Inner Diameter	3/8 in (9.52 mm)
Outer Diameter	1/2 in (12.7 mm)
Temperature Range	-100F to +500F
Material	Platinum cured pure silicone (food & medical grade)
Made in	U.S.A.

Our Verdict

The Ultra Clear Platinum Silicone Tubing 100 ft is a practical, high-value choice for anyone needing a long length of large-diameter, food-safe silicone hose that stays flexible across extreme temperatures and outdoors. It is especially well suited for beverage lines, siphon hoses and light lab uses where purity and flexibility matter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tubing safe for drinking water?
Yes, the platinum cured pure silicone is food safe and suitable for drinking water applications when properly sterilized.

Will it fit over standard hose barbs?
The 3/8 in ID and flexible silicone allow it to stretch to fit barbs up to about 14 mm in diameter and slip over common fittings.

Can it be used outdoors?
Yes, the tubing is UV resistant and designed to remain flexible and not deteriorate after years of outdoor use.