Known for their low compression set and retention of flexibility, Silicone o-rings are popular among various industrial applications such as automotive, electronics, medical, and aerospace. Moreover, they have an extremely wide working temperature range, making them a preferred choice compared to their sealing counterparts. If you want to know whether silicone o-rings are suitable for […]
EPDM is created by combining a copolymer of ethylene and propylene (EPR) with a comonomer called diene. It is an FDA-approved non-toxic synthetic elastomer that has gained immense popularity for its chemical compatibility and resistance properties. Due to its chemical resistance properties, it has found many applications in various industries such as automotive and medical. […]
Nitrile Butadiene Seals (NBR) seals are synthetic elastomers that are composed of acrylonitrile and butadiene. The working properties of NBR seals may vary depending on the ratio of acrylonitrile and butadiene. For instance, if the acrylonitrile content is lower, the glass transition temperature will also be less. On the other hand, if the acrylonitrile content […]
Fluorosilicone or FVMQ is a premium and durable elastomer that has found applications in numerous industries. Some popular trade names for FVMQ are Silastic FSR, FE, FSE and Elastosil. It is quite similar to silicone rubber (VMQ) and offers excellent mechanical properties, temperature resistance, and chemical resistance. Due to these benefits, FVMQ seals and o-rings […]
Due to outdoor weather conditions, harsh chemicals, and high engine temperatures, automobile components require good-quality and durable sealing solutions. Each automotive seal needs to be carefully designed with specific types of elastomers that provide great resistance properties and are compatible with automotive fluids. Today, various types of supreme rubber elastomers are utilized in automotive applications. […]
Viton® is an elastomer that is a registered trademark under the brand – Chemours Comp LLC. Also known as Fluorocarbon (FKM), it is perfectly suited for critical environments that are often seen in the medical industry. This popular high-performance rubber displays great resistance to organic solvents, chemicals, mineral oil, oxygen, hydraulic fluids, fuels, ozone, high […]
Both O-rings and gaskets serve a similar purpose, i.e. a sealing solution against gas or liquid in certain applications. However, they vary in design and appearance as they are used for different environments. When opting for a seal, how to know if an O-ring or a gasket is appropriate for your application? In this blog, […]
Many countries have faced the issue of the depletion of medical stockpiles amid the COVID pandemic. It is to keep vital considerations in mind when storing medical devices that use rubber gaskets, seals, and O-rings. PPE and medical devices both make use of rubber seals to ensure that they can be stored for many years. […]
For oil applications, good sealing is vital to prevent unwanted water, dirt, debris, or dust from the external environment and products that are contaminated. Material selection is key when it comes to finding the ideal seal for oil and gas applications. Each elastomer has unique properties and benefits that must align with the requirements for […]
The ongoing COVID pandemic has created a huge demand for vital medical equipment like ventilators. For each healthcare device, a rubber seal can make or break the application. In some cases, it could be the difference between life and death as well. This is why no compromises can be made when it comes to choosing […]
