3D Lacron Universal Air Bleed Tube – Per Metre

Essential Air Management Component for Hot Tubs and Spas

As a retailer of hot tub spare parts and pool equipment, I’m offering this 3D Lacron universal air bleed tube sold per metre. This versatile component plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal water circulation and jet performance in your hot tub or spa system.

What is an Air Bleed Tube?

An air bleed tube is a small diameter flexible tube that allows controlled air release from your hot tub’s plumbing system. Air pockets can become trapped in pipework during filling, after maintenance, or through normal operation. These air locks can reduce pump efficiency, cause noisy operation, and diminish jet performance. The air bleed tube provides a dedicated pathway for trapped air to escape, ensuring smooth water flow throughout the system.

Why Air Management Matters

Air in your plumbing system creates multiple problems. It can cause pumps to run noisily or lose prime, reduce water flow to jets, create inconsistent heating, and lead to premature pump wear. A properly functioning air bleed system eliminates these issues, maintaining optimal performance and protecting your equipment.

Key Features

Universal Design The 3D Lacron air bleed tube is designed to fit most hot tub and spa models, making it a versatile replacement option regardless of your system’s manufacturer.

Sold Per Metre Purchase exactly the length you need for your specific installation, avoiding waste and keeping costs down. Order multiple metres for larger systems or to have spare tubing available.

Flexible Construction The tube’s flexibility allows easy routing through tight spaces in your hot tub’s cabinet, accommodating various plumbing configurations.

Durable Material Constructed to withstand constant exposure to water, chemicals, and temperature variations typical in hot tub environments.

Common Applications

Pump Air Bleed Systems Connected to pump housings to release trapped air during startup and operation, ensuring consistent water flow.

Manifold Air Release Attached to plumbing manifolds at high points where air naturally accumulates, allowing automatic venting.

Jet System Venting Used in jet plumbing runs to prevent air locks that could reduce jet power and water flow.

Post-Maintenance Purging After draining and refilling, air bleed tubes help quickly remove air introduced during the refill process.

When to Replace

Visible Damage Cracks, splits, or brittleness in the tubing indicate it’s time for replacement before leaks develop.

Age and Deterioration Tubing exposed to chemicals and heat for several years may become stiff or discoloured, reducing effectiveness.

Persistent Air Problems If your system continues to have air-related issues despite other troubleshooting, degraded bleed tubing may be the culprit.

During Major Service When performing significant plumbing work, replacing air bleed tubes as preventative maintenance is cost-effective insurance.

Installation Tips

Proper Routing Route the tube from the highest point of the plumbing to a discharge location, ensuring it has a continuous upward slope with no dips where air could become trapped.

Secure Connections Use appropriate fittings at connection points to prevent leaks. The tube should fit snugly without requiring excessive force.

Discharge Location The tube typically terminates above the water line in the filter compartment or outside the equipment area, allowing air to escape freely.

Avoid Kinks Ensure the tube has adequate support and isn’t bent sharply, which could restrict air flow or cause premature failure.

Maintenance Considerations

Regular Inspection Check air bleed tubes periodically for signs of wear, especially after chemical treatments or seasonal maintenance.

Chemical Compatibility While designed for hot tub use, excessive chlorine or bromine levels can accelerate deterioration. Maintain proper chemical balance.

Winter Protection For seasonal hot tubs, ensure air bleed tubes are fully drained before winter to prevent freeze damage.

Clear Pathways Occasionally verify the tube isn’t blocked by debris or scale buildup that could prevent proper air release.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Code	6500250180
Brand	3D Lacron
Length	1 metre (per unit)
Diameter	10mm
Weight	0.15 kg per metre
Type	Universal air bleed tube
Material	Flexible polymer
Application	Hot tub and spa air management

Sizing Your Requirements

Measure the distance from your air bleed connection point to the discharge location, adding extra length for proper routing and to avoid tight bends. It’s better to have slightly more tubing than needed, as excess can be coiled neatly or trimmed. For systems with multiple bleed points, calculate each run separately and order accordingly.

Troubleshooting Air Issues

If you’re experiencing gurgling sounds from jets, reduced water flow, pump cavitation noises, or difficulty maintaining prime, air in the system is likely the cause. After installing or replacing air bleed tubing, run your system and watch for air bubbles escaping through the discharge point. Initially, you may see significant bubbling, which should decrease as trapped air is purged. If problems persist, check for leaks in the suction side of the plumbing that could be drawing air into the system.

Quality Replacement Component

The 3D Lacron brand is recognized in the hot tub industry for reliable components. This universal air bleed tube offers an affordable solution to air management problems, helping maintain optimal system performance. Whether you’re replacing deteriorated tubing or upgrading your air management system, having the correct length of quality tubing ensures effective air removal and trouble-free operation.