Saint-Gobain is a premier global manufacturer of high-performance materials, headquartered in Courbevoie, France. Originally founded in 1665 as the Royal Manufactory of Mirror Glass under King Louis XIV, the company has spent over 350 years fulfilling its mission to provide "Sustainable Solutions for Life," becoming one of the oldest and most diversified industrial corporations in the world. Saint-Gobain is internationally renowned for its expertise in material science, particularly through its Life Sciences division, which produces the world-standard Tygon® tubing and Chemware® fluoropolymer labware. By focusing on ultra-pure fluid transfer, chemical resistance, and biopharmaceutical integrity, the brand ensures that researchers can handle the most aggressive media without contamination. Today, Saint-Gobain is an essential partner for the medical, pharmaceutical, and laboratory sectors, delivering centuries of engineering excellence that ensures process reliability in over 75 countries.
The Saint-Gobain range at LabFriend features professional liquid handling solutions, headlined by their versatile Tygon® S3™ E-3603 laboratory tubing and Versilon® high-performance hoses. These are essential for peristaltic pumping and the secure transfer of chemicals, fuels, and biological fluids. For specialized thermal and chemical applications, the brand provides advanced general laboratory aids through their Chemware® line of PTFE and PFA beakers, test tubes, and evaporating dishes designed to withstand temperatures up to 260 °C. Their portfolio also encompasses essential sterilisation and protection consumables, featuring Bytac® bench protectors and specialized silicone stoppers that ensure a leak-proof seal. To support high-purity bioprocessing, Saint-Gobain offers Sani-Tech® and C-Flex® tubing, which are USP Class VI compliant and ideal for sensitive cell culture applications. By choosing Saint-Gobain through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on premium polymer technology designed for professional safety and precision.
Why Choose Saint-Gobain for Your Laboratory?
- World-Class Material Science: With over three centuries of history, Saint-Gobain leverages deep expertise in polymers, fluoropolymers, and silicones to solve complex fluid handling challenges.
- Iconic Tygon® Performance: Tygon® tubing is recognized globally for its exceptional flexibility, glass-like clarity, and broad chemical resistance, making it the top choice for peristaltic pumps.
- High-Purity Fluoropolymers: Their Chemware® products are made from high-grade PTFE and PFA, providing an inert surface that prevents sample absorption and resists nearly all laboratory reagents.
- Regulatory Compliance: Saint-Gobain products are engineered to meet the strictest international standards, including FDA, NSF, and USP Class VI, ensuring safety in medical and food applications.
- Integrated Fluid Systems: From custom-molded manifold systems to specialized fittings and valves, Saint-Gobain provides a complete ecosystem for critical fluid management.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the advantage of Tygon® S3™ E-3603 tubing?
Tygon® S3™ is a phthalate-free and BPA-free formulation that maintains the classic flexibility and clarity of traditional Tygon while meeting modern environmental and safety requirements.
2. Can Saint-Gobain Chemware® PTFE be used on a hotplate?
Yes, PTFE labware is highly heat-resistant and can typically be used at temperatures up to 260 °C. However, it should never be used over an open flame or in direct contact with a heating element without a sand bath or similar buffer.
3. Is Tygon® tubing autoclavable?
Many Tygon® formulations, such as the E-LFL and various silicone types, are autoclavable. However, standard E-3603 has a lower temperature limit (approx. 74 °C) and should be sterilized using chemical methods or ethylene oxide (EtO) instead.
4. How do I choose between Versilon® and Tygon®?
Tygon® is generally preferred for its flexibility and pump performance in general lab use. Versilon® is often selected for more demanding industrial applications requiring extreme chemical resistance, high pressure, or reinforced hose structures.
