{"product_id":"growmax-replacement-pipe","title":"Growmax - Replacement Pipe","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowmax Replacement Pipe — PTFE Rigid Tubing for Water Filtration \u0026amp; Hydroponics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growers building or maintaining water treatment systems, DIY hydroponic setups, and anyone needing food-grade rigid piping that won't kink or collapse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you're assembling a water filtration system or need replacement tubing for an existing Growmax setup, this does exactly what it should. PTFE rigid pipe holds its shape, resists corrosion, and keeps your water delivery clean. One we recommend for anyone serious about water quality in their growing system.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowmax Replacement Pipe is a \u003cstrong\u003erigid PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) tubing system\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for building, extending, or repairing water filtration, reverse osmosis, and hydroponic delivery systems. Unlike flexible tubing, rigid pipe won't kink under pressure, maintains consistent water flow, and integrates seamlessly with Growmax water treatment equipment. It's lightweight, food-safe, and corrosion-resistant — proper kit for serious water management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRigid PTFE pipe sits above standard flexible tubing and generic PVC alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Flexible tubing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rigid pipe doesn't kink, collapse, or flatten under pressure. Better for permanent installations and high-flow applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Standard PVC:\u003c\/strong\u003e PTFE is food-grade rated, more chemically resistant, and engineered specifically for hydroponic water treatment. Generic hardware store PVC works, but isn't optimised for nutrient or filtration systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Growmax alternatives:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the component that makes your filtration system work. Pairing it with Growmax filters (Eco Grow, Power Grow, Mega Grow ranges) gives you a complete, matched system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're paying a fair bit more than hardware store tubing, but you're getting food-safe, hydroponic-specific pipe that won't degrade or contaminate your water supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowmax Replacement Pipe works across several growing applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater filtration systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse this as the main delivery line between your water source and Growmax filter units (reverse osmosis, de-ionisation, or carbon filtration). The rigid structure maintains stable pressure and prevents siphoning issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse osmosis setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConnect between your RO unit and storage or directly to your growing system. PTFE won't degrade under the osmotic pressure of RO systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIY hydroponic system building\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal as the primary water transport line in hand-built systems. Smaller bore sizes (1\/4\", 3\/8\") work well for nutrient delivery networks; 1\/2\" handles higher-volume water movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem repair and customisation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse as replacement sections in existing Growmax installations, or extend your system with additional pipe runs. PTFE doesn't require specialist tools — cuts cleanly with a standard saw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal diameters available:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 Inch, 3\/8 Inch, 1\/2 Inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 metres or 10 metres per unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rigid (non-flexible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Food-grade, corrosion-resistant, lightweight, maintains shape under pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potable water systems, filtration networks, hydroponic delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers with existing Growmax water filtration systems needing replacement or extension tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone building a DIY reverse osmosis or water treatment setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperienced hydroponic growers who take water quality seriously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystems requiring permanent, pressure-stable piping rather than temporary flexible alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers scaling up from small setups and needing proper plumbing components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the tubing that keeps your water clean and your system reliable. PTFE rigid pipe won't kink, won't collapse, and won't compromise your water quality — which matters if you've invested in good filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're running Growmax filters or building a proper water treatment system, this is worth picking up in the size you need. Buy it in 10 metre lengths if you're assembling multiple runs — it stores easily and you'll use it. Good time to buy while clearance stock lasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"GROWMAX","offers":[{"title":"1\/2 Inch White Tubing (5 Metre Length)","offer_id":47916203442346,"sku":"720200","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1\/4 Inch Black Tubing (10 Metre Length)","offer_id":47916203475114,"sku":"720220","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"3\/8 Inch Blue Tubing (10 Metre Length)","offer_id":47916203507882,"sku":"720230","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/720230_1.jpg?v=1769189332","url":"https:\/\/growershouse.co.uk\/products\/growmax-replacement-pipe","provider":"Growers House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}