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History of Tygon® Tubing

Discover the key milestones that have contributed to Tygon® being recognized as an essential and indispensable component of fluid management systems.

Tygon History
1939 – Tygon® Tubing

Tygon® is introduced as the first clear, flexible plastic tubing. Pepsi-Cola® pioneers its use with formulation B-44-3, sparking widespread adoption in the beverage industry. Saint-Gobain scientists begin exploring its versatile applications.

Tygon History
1944 – Medical Breakthroughs

During WWII, Tygon® tubing is used in I.V. sets, transfusions, and surgical applications. Its non-toxic, blood-compatible properties meet U.S. Pharmacopeia Class VI standards.

Tygon R-3603
1948 – Scientific Advancement

Radiocarbon dating revolutionizes archaeology. Tygon® R-3603 becomes the preferred lab tubing for chemical analysis due to its low permeability and compatibility with peristaltic pumps.

Tygon� A-60-G. Chemical Dispensing Tubing
1955 – Photography & Industrial Use

Tygon® partners with Eastman Kodak for emulsion film tubing. Tygon® (Norprene®) A-60-G is developed for chemical processing, offering superior resistance.

Tygon-S-50-HL-Tubing
1958 – Surgical Excellence

Tygon® S-50-H tubing supports open-heart surgeries with unmatched clarity and flow. It becomes the standard for surgical tubing specifications.

Tygon B-44-4X History
1961 – Dairy Industry Revolution

Tygon® B-44-4X tubing enhances milk processing by preserving taste and clarity while preventing bacterial contamination.

Tygon B-44-3 History
1965 – Space Exploration

Tygon® B-44-3 tubing is integrated into NASA astronaut suits for life-support systems. In 1969, it lands on the moon with Neil Armstrong.

Tygon Microbore Tubing S-54-HL
1970 – Dialysis & Microbore Innovation

Tygon® tubing is used in kidney dialysis machines and critical perfusion procedures. S54-HL Microbore Tubing gains prominence in catheters and IV infusions.

Tygothane C-210-A
1980 – Space Shuttle Launch

Tygon® tubing (Tygothane® C-210-A) plays a role in NASA’s Space Shuttle Challenger launch, circulating critical coolants.

Coca Cola Tygon History
1984 – Beverage Packaging Evolution

Coca-Cola® replaces glass bottles with plastic bag-in-box packaging using Tygon® tubing, revolutionizing beverage delivery.

Tygon Chemical
1998 – Multi-Layer Chemical Tubing Debuts

Tygon® Chemical becomes the first multi-layer pump tubing designed specifically for cleaning chemicals, offering enhanced durability and chemical resistance.

Tygon LP-1100
2005 – Low-Permeation Tubing Innovation

Tygon® LP-1100 launches as the first low-permeation tubing product, minimizing fluid loss and vapor transmission in sensitive applications.

Coffee Dispensing
2012 – Non-DEHP Tubing for Food & Beverage

Tygon® becomes the first manufacturer to offer non-DEHP tubing to the food and beverage industry, supporting safer and more sustainable processing.

Tygon E-65-F
2017 – High-Performance Pump Tubing

Tygon® E-65-F is introduced as a high-performance pump tubing solution for the food and beverage market, delivering superior flex life and chemical compatibility.

Tygon B-44-5X IB
2020 – Braided Tubing for Food Compliance

Tygon® B-44-5X IB launches as the first braided tubing with all components meeting food and beverage compliance standards, combining strength with safety.

Tygon SPT-70 FB IB
2021 – Silicone Braided Tubing from China

Tygon® (Versilon®) SPT-70-FB IB debuts as the first silicone braided tubing manufactured in Minhang, China, with full food and beverage compliance.

Tygon Ink 1000
2022 – Tubing for Digital Printing

Tygon® Ink 1000 is launched as the first tubing specifically engineered for the digital printing market, ensuring precision ink delivery and system compatibility.

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The Future

Saint-Gobain continues to evolve Tygon® tubing for industrial, medical, food safety, and other applications, driving global innovation.