Encore ED Pump Extra Large Tube

Item#: 1118-001-01  |  By Encore  |  Non-Returnable (Hygiene)

10" Total Length  |  9.5" Working Length  |  Uniform 2-1/8" Inside Diameter  |  Fits Encore Manual & Battery Pumps  |  Non-Tapered Design

Important: The ring loader from the standard Encore VED kit does not fit this Extra Large Tube. Tension rings must be stretched onto this tube by hand before use. The standard tube's ring loader is sized for the standard tube's tapered design and will not seat correctly on the XL tube's uniform diameter.

Due to hygiene concerns this item is non-returnable.

The Encore ED Pump Extra Large Tube is an oversize replacement cylinder for Encore VED systems — compatible with both the Encore VED Manual and Encore VED Battery pumps. The XL tube is machined at one end to accept either pump head, making it a direct upgrade or replacement for the standard tube without any modification to the pump. At 10 inches total length with a 9.5-inch working length, the XL tube is 2 inches longer than the standard 8-inch tube. The key dimensional difference between the two tubes is the inside diameter profile: the standard Encore tube is tapered, narrowing from 2-1/8 inches at the pump end to 1-7/8 inches at the ring end; the Extra Large tube maintains a uniform 2-1/8-inch inside diameter from end to end. This consistent diameter eliminates the narrowing at the ring end that some users find restrictive or uncomfortable. Item# 1118-001-01. By Encore.

Dimensions — XL Tube vs. Standard Encore Tube

Key Features

• Uniform 2-1/8" inside diameter — non-tapered — the standard Encore tube narrows at the ring end to 1-7/8 inches; this taper can cause discomfort or a feeling of constriction for some users at the ring end of the standard tube; the XL tube maintains the same 2-1/8-inch diameter throughout, eliminating this narrowing
• 10" total length / 9.5" working length — 2 inches longer than the standard 8-inch tube; for users who found the standard tube's length insufficient for their anatomy or therapy needs
• Machined to fit both Encore manual and battery pump heads — the pump-end is precision machined to accept either Encore VED pump head style; drop-in compatible without additional adapters
• Ring loader not compatible — manual ring loading required — the standard Encore kit includes a ring loader tool sized for the standard tube's tapered ring end; this tool does not fit the XL tube's uniform 2-1/8-inch ring end; tension rings must be manually stretched onto the tube by hand before inserting the pump into position — this is manageable but requires more physical effort than the ring loader tool
• Non-returnable due to hygiene — as with all VED cylinder components that come into personal contact, this item cannot be returned or exchanged once received
• By Encore | Item# 1118-001-01

Clinical FAQs

Who should consider the Extra Large tube over the standard Encore tube?

Two user profiles most benefit from the Extra Large tube. The first is users for whom the standard tube's 8-inch length is insufficient — either because their anatomy requires more working length for effective vacuum to develop, or because the standard tube's length limits the therapy session in a way that affects results. The second, and perhaps more common, profile is users who find the standard tube's taper uncomfortable — the standard tube narrows from 2-1/8 inches at the pump end to 1-7/8 inches at the ring end, and for some users this narrowing creates a constrictive sensation or physical discomfort at the ring end during therapy. One reviewer described the issue as "getting stuck" in the standard tube — the XL tube's consistent 2-1/8-inch diameter throughout eliminates this taper and the associated discomfort. Users who are currently using the standard tube without issue should not necessarily upgrade; the XL tube is best suited for users who have identified a specific limitation with the standard tube's dimensions that the XL addresses. If you are uncertain whether the XL tube is the right choice for your situation, consult your prescribing physician or call us at 1-866-218-0902 before ordering, given the non-returnable nature of the product.

How do I load tension rings onto the Extra Large tube by hand without the ring loader tool?

Because the XL tube's uniform 2-1/8-inch ring end is larger than the standard ring loader tool is designed for, tension rings must be stretched onto the tube manually. The process: select the appropriate tension ring size, apply water-based personal lubricant to both the ring and the ring end of the tube, then use both hands to stretch the ring open and work it over the ring end of the tube, rolling it down the tube until it rests at the base (ring end) in the correct position for the therapy session. The rings are made from elastic rubber material and can be stretched to accommodate the larger tube diameter, but this requires more force than the ring loader tool provides. Take care not to snap the ring by overstretching — stretch it steadily and evenly rather than pulling from one point only. Once the ring is seated at the ring end of the tube, proceed with the therapy session as normal. If you find manual ring loading consistently difficult, using more lubricant on the ring and tube end will reduce friction and make the process easier. Larger ring sizes (L, X-L) are easier to hand-load onto the XL tube than smaller sizes due to their greater inherent elasticity.

Is this the same as the standard Encore tube with a different length, or is it genuinely a different design?

The Extra Large tube is a genuinely different design, not simply a lengthened version of the standard tube. The critical design difference is the inside diameter profile: the standard tube is tapered (2-1/8" pump end, narrowing to 1-7/8" at the ring end) while the XL tube is uniform (2-1/8" throughout). This difference in geometry affects both the feel during use and the ring loading method. The taper in the standard tube serves a functional purpose — the narrower ring end creates a snug ring loading position that the ring loader tool seats the tension ring into precisely; when the vacuum is released and the user removes the tube, the ring transfers cleanly from the narrower end. With the XL tube's uniform diameter, the ring sits at the ring end without the taper's natural seat, and the user must hold the ring position manually during the pump-to-body transfer step. The XL tube also requires the full 9.5-inch working length to function correctly — it should not be shortened or modified. For users the standard tube's geometry suits well, the standard tube remains the appropriate choice; for users the XL tube's uniform diameter and extended length address a specific need, it is an effective upgrade. Call us at 1-866-218-0902 for guidance before ordering.

Questions about the Encore Extra Large Tube, compatibility with your pump, or Encore VED accessories? Call our product specialists: 1-866-218-0902  |  Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–3pm EST