Chemical Compatibility
Steam Below 400°f vs 13 elastomers
Best choices for Steam Below 400°f: FEPM. Full ratings below, A is continuous-service suitable, D is not recommended.
Steam Below 400°f
FEPMBest choices
NBR, HNBR, FKMAvoid
| Elastomer | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| NBR Nitrile (Buna-N) | D | Not recommended |
| HNBR Hydrogenated Nitrile | D | Not recommended |
| FKM Fluorocarbon (Viton) | D | Not recommended |
| FFKM Perfluoroelastomer | B | Good, minor effect |
| EPDM Ethylene Propylene | C | Conditional, test first |
| VMQ Silicone | C | Conditional, test first |
| FVMQ Fluorosilicone | D | Not recommended |
| CR Neoprene (Chloroprene) | D | Not recommended |
| NR Natural Rubber | D | Not recommended |
| SBR Styrene Butadiene | D | Not recommended |
| IIR Butyl | B | Good, minor effect |
| AU Polyurethane | D | Not recommended |
| FEPM Aflas (TFE/P) | A | Excellent, continuous service |
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