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What is Fluoroelastomer or Viton®?
Rich-Rubber produces custom fluoroelastomer parts, Viton® gaskets, and grommets. Fluoroelastomers (notably Viton®) resist heat to 600°F plus many oils and solvents; specifically aliphatic, aromatic, and halogenated hydrocarbons, acids, plus animal/vegetable oils. Products available in fluoroelastomeric materials include:
What are the Characteristics of Fluoroelastomers, aka Viton?
- Common Names: Viton, Fluoro Elastomer, FKM
- ASTM D2000 Classification: HK
- Military (MIL-STD 417MIL): MIL-R-25897 and MIL-R-83248
- Chemical Definition: Fluorinated Hydrocarbon
What are the General Characteristics of Fluoroelastomers, aka Viton?
- Durometer Range: 60 – 90
- Tensile Range (P.S.I.): 500 – 2000
- Elongation (Max. %): 300
- Compression Set: Good
- Resilience – Rebound: Fair
- Abrasion Resistance: Good
- Tear Resistance: Good
- Solvent Resistance: Excellent
- Oil Resistance: Excellent
- Low Temperature Usage: +10° to -10°
- High Temperature Usage: 400° to 600°
- Aging Weather – Sunlight: Excellent
- Adhesion to Metals: Good
Questions about fluoroelastomers, Viton gaskets, and grommets? Please contact Rich-Rubber today!