Collection: Tubing and Hoses Pumps & Plumbing

Getting the Size Right

Tubing is sold by inner diameter, and that measurement is what has to match your pump outlet, bulkhead barb or fitting. Buy on ID rather than by eye, and remember that flexible vinyl stretches slightly over a barb — a snug fit plus a clamp is what stops a leak.

What's Stocked

• Clear flexible vinyl — sold by the foot in 1/4, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4 and 1 inch inner diameters.
• Pre-cut flex hose — 1 inch corrugated hose in fixed 3 ft and 4 ft lengths for return and drain runs.
• Hose adapters — stepped multi-adapters for joining different tubing sizes.

Warming the end of vinyl tubing in hot water makes it far easier to push onto a barb, and it grips harder once it cools. Not sure which size you need? Email info@jlaquatics.com.