On Tue, 27 Jul 2004 02:04:10 GMT, The Joneses >
wrote:

>Pennyaline wrote:
>
>> The time has come. I expect that my steam juicer's tubing will have bit the
>> dust by the time I get responses to this message.
>> The rest of the juicer is in fabulous shape. Its just the tubing that's
>> become battle-scarred and flimsy. I've been looking around for appropriate
>> replacement tubing, but so far haven't found anything that can take the heat
>> and not lend off-odors and flavors to the juice.
>> Any suggestions?
>
>How big in diameter is the tubing? Have a friend in the medical business? see if
>a catheter will work. Or IV tubing. dunno if it will take the heat, tho.
>Edrena
>
There are a number of tubing products made for food uses which can
take heat, not add off-tastes, and most important, maintain
cleanliness and sanitation.

I would recommend sticking with food grade. If I knew the maximum
temperature, I could suggest a material. Polyethylene would be good
for some lower temperatures. Tygon is good, but I don't recall how hot
it can handle.

If you can describe the existing tubing material that would be a clue.

One supplier with many options would be McMaster-Carr at
www.mcmaster.com

A store that supplies how brewers should have something as well.

Happy trails,
Gary (net.yogi.bear)
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