Food grade silicone tubing can usually be placed in an oven for disinfection under appropriate conditions because it has excellent high temperature resistance. Silicone materials can generally withstand temperatures ranging from -60 ° C to 200 ° C, so they will not deform or soften within this temperature range. However, if using an oven for disinfection, several factors must be ensured.
Firstly, the disinfection temperature should not exceed the upper temperature limit of the silicone tube, otherwise it may cause structural damage or performance degradation of the material. High temperatures may cause silicone tubing to soften, deform, and even decompose, especially when exceeding the recommended temperature. In addition, when disinfecting the oven, the silicone tube should avoid contact with the heating element of the oven to prevent damage caused by overheating.
Secondly, the duration of oven disinfection also needs to be controlled. If the silicone tube is exposed to high temperatures for a long time, it may affect its performance. Therefore, appropriate time and temperature requirements should be followed during disinfection.
In addition, before using an oven to disinfect silicone hoses, it is best to clean the pipes to remove any visible dirt or residue on the surface, which can ensure the full effectiveness of disinfection. At the same time, ensure that the heat pipe is completely cooled after disinfection before use to avoid direct contact with food or other items, which may cause cross contamination or burns.
In general, food grade silicone tubing can be disinfected in an oven, but it is necessary to control the appropriate temperature and time to avoid excessive heating, in order to ensure that its structure and performance are not damaged.