Silicone Endotracheal Tube Silicone is the preferred material for endotracheal tubes Endotracheal tube with inflatable cuff Connector included Lateral murphy eye at distal tip Sizes 3mm to 14mmFully transparent Silicone Material Benefits: Patient comfort. Silicone is a soft material that conforms to body contours. The soft distal tip lessens the chance for any airway tissue damage. Reusability. Intended to be used over and over again. Silicone resists deterioration better than PVC or red rubber Transparent. See any blood and mucous if they develop. NOTE: Not autoclavable. Radiolucent