• Clear flexible PVC tubing 10 mm ID 13 mm OD
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Antastic Tom

Clear PVC Connecting Tube – 10 mm ID / 13 mm OD

Clear PVC Connecting Tube – 10 mm ID / 13 mm OD

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Clear flexible PVC tubing for linking compatible ant nests, outworlds and modular equipment.

Designed for use with the Antastic Tom Flexible Tube Modular Connector and suitable for other compatible ant-keeping equipment that accepts 13 mm OD / 10 mm ID tubing.

Useful when you need extra distance between parts of a setup, want to route around shelving or other equipment, or need spare tubing for future expansion.

Containment & species suitability: Tubing is only one part of a connection. Make sure both ends are fully seated in correctly sized fittings and cannot pull loose, kink or leave escape gaps; check them before introducing ants and regularly during use. Tubing does not make a connected enclosure escape-proof. The standard modular system has not been specifically validated for medically significant or powerfully stinging ants such as Myrmecia and should not be relied upon to contain them.

  • 10 mm internal diameter
  • 13 mm external diameter
  • Clear flexible PVC
  • Compatible with the Antastic Tom flexible-tube connector
  • Useful for bridging compatible third-party equipment

For important guidance on appropriate species, enclosure checks, heating and safe handling, please read our Product Safety & Suitability information before use.

What’s included

Clear PVC tubing in the selected length. Connectors are sold separately.

Dimensions and compatibility

Material: clear flexible PVC.

Internal diameter: 10 mm.

External diameter: 13 mm.

Compatible with the Antastic Tom Flexible Tube Modular Connector and other equipment designed for the same tubing size.

Who it’s for

For keepers extending the distance between compatible Antastic Tom nests, outworlds and other modular ant-keeping equipment.

Setup and use

  • Select the desired 25cm or 50cm tubing length.
  • Connect both ends to correctly sized fittings for 13mm OD tubing, fully seating them without forcing.
  • Route the tube so it cannot kink, pull loose, tip a module or create an escape gap.
  • Inspect the entire route before introducing ants and after any movement of the setup.

Care and maintenance

  • Inspect before and during use for splits, kinks, hardening or damage.
  • Ensure both ends are securely fitted and cannot be pulled loose by movement of the setup.
  • Rinse with lukewarm water when cleaning and allow to dry fully.
  • Replace tubing that becomes damaged, discoloured, brittle or difficult to clean.

Frequently asked questions

Is a connector included?

No. This listing supplies the selected length of clear PVC tube. Suitable connectors are sold separately.

What size is the tube?

10mm internal diameter and 13mm external diameter.

Can it be cut?

PVC tubing can generally be cut cleanly to length, but inspect the trimmed end for burrs and confirm a secure fit before use.

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