TeacherGeek Accessories - 1/8 Inch Clear Vinyl Tub

TeacherGeek's 1/8 inch (3.18mm) Clear Vinyl Tubing is a flexible and durable component essential for exploring hydraulic and pneumatic systems in STEM education. Designed for high-flex performance, this tubing allows students to create working fluid power mechanisms that mimic real-world applications such as pumps, robotic arms, and hydroponic systems. Its transparency enables students to observe fluid flow, making it an excellent visual learning tool.

Whether constructing a water-based hydraulic claw or experimenting with air-powered movement, this tubing offers a snug fit with standard connectors, ensuring a fluid-tight seal. Its ease of cutting and shaping makes it ideal for both beginner and advanced learners in engineering or science classrooms.

Educational Benefits

• Demonstrates core concepts in fluid dynamics, pressure, and mechanical advantage.
• Enhances inquiry-based learning by enabling design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Supports cross-curricular learning in science, technology, and agriculture.

Classroom Applications

• Build functional hydraulic arms, lifts, or grippers using syringes and tubing.
• Create micro hydroponic systems for sustainability and plant science projects.
• Use in pneumatic demonstrations to explore air pressure and motion.

Specifications

• Outer Diameter: 1/8 inch (3.18mm)
• Material: Clear vinyl for visibility and flexibility
• Compatibility: Suitable for use with syringes, valves, and connectors
• Cuttable: Easy to trim to desired lengths
• Recommended Ages: 8+
• Applications: STEM engineering, fluid mechanics, robotics, environmental science