Nitrile Rubber Tubing For Oils And Fuels

Rubber Tubing, Nitrile

High-Acrylonitrile Content: Formulated with a high NBR ratio to provide exceptional resistance to swelling and degradation when in constant contact with hydraulic oils, mineral oils, and unleaded fuels.

Wide Thermal Performance Range: Engineered to remain pliable and functional within a temperature spectrum of -30°C to +100°C, preventing the hardening or cracking often associated with prolonged thermal cycling.

₹580.00

Quick Answer: The Rubber Tubing, Nitrile is flexible tubing made from nitrile rubber (NBR), a copolymer of acrylonitrile and butadiene. Nitrile rubber tubing is chosen for lines that carry oils, fuels and aliphatic hydrocarbons, which would swell natural rubber.

Where Nitrile Earns Its Place

The acrylonitrile in nitrile rubber gives it resistance to petroleum oils, greases, diesel, kerosene and similar aliphatic hydrocarbons. That makes it the standard material for fuel and oil hoses in engines and machinery, and the sensible choice in a lab or workshop where the tubing carries hydraulic fluid, lubricating oil or a hydrocarbon solvent such as hexane.

The limits are just as important. Ketones such as acetone and MEK, esters, aromatic and chlorinated solvents, and strong oxidising acids attack nitrile, and it ages faster than neoprene in ozone and sunlight. For water and air lines exposed to weather, neoprene tubing is often more durable, while the high pressure rubber tubing is designed for the pressure difference of vacuum work.

Specifications

Material	Nitrile rubber (NBR, acrylonitrile-butadiene)
Resists	Petroleum oils, greases, fuels, aliphatic hydrocarbons (general NBR behaviour)
Not suited to	Ketones, esters, aromatic and chlorinated solvents, strong oxidisers
Ageing	Less ozone and UV resistance than neoprene
Bore, wall, length and any antistatic grade	Confirm at enquiry

Care & Handling

Check compatibility for any solvent other than oils and aliphatic hydrocarbons before use.
Keep lines away from ozone sources and direct sunlight, which crack nitrile over time.
Clamp joints on fuel and oil lines so they cannot slip off.
Replace tubing that has hardened, swollen or developed surface cracks.

Applications

Oil and fuel lines on engine and hydraulic trainers in engineering labs
Transferring lubricating or mineral oil in physics and workshop practicals
Carrying hexane or petroleum ether in extraction set-ups, once compatibility is checked
Drain lines from oil baths after the oil has cooled

Why Choose LabEquip

Nitrile tubing is typically ordered by engineering and automotive training labs and by chemistry labs handling oils. LabEquip lists it under General Lab Products; tell us the fluid, bore and length on the contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is nitrile rubber?

Nitrile, or NBR, is a synthetic rubber made from acrylonitrile and butadiene. More acrylonitrile gives more resistance to oil and fuel, while more butadiene gives more flexibility at low temperatures.

Can nitrile tubing carry acetone?

No. Ketones such as acetone swell and weaken nitrile rubber. Use PTFE, or another tubing rated for ketones.

Is nitrile tubing suitable for petrol and diesel?

Nitrile is the usual rubber for fuel and oil hoses, but fuels blended with ethanol or aromatics can affect it, and fuel lines must meet local safety rules. Use tubing specified for the fuel in question.

How does nitrile compare with neoprene tubing?

Nitrile has better resistance to oils and fuels; neoprene resists ozone, sunlight and weathering better. Choose by the fluid inside and the conditions outside the tube.

Can nitrile tubing be used for hot water?

Warm water is generally acceptable for nitrile, but continuous hot water or steam ages it. Silicone or a heat-rated hose suits hot lines better.

Is this tubing antistatic?

No antistatic or conductive property is stated in the product title. If static dissipation matters, for example when transferring flammable liquids, ask for a grade specified for it.

Last Updated: September 2026