Fluoroelastomer (FKM) Polymer:
Properties, Characteristics and Resistances
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General Information
Trade Name:
Viton®, Fluorozone®
Chemical Name:
Fluoroelastomer
Generally Resistant To:
Acids, Hydrocarbons, Oils, Gasoline, Water, Heat, Fuels, Chemicals, Weather, Sunlight, Oxidation and Ozone
Generally Attacked By:
Ketones, Solvents, High pH Chemicals and Low Molecular Weight Carbonyls
ASTM D 2000 / SAE J200 Classification:
HK
MIL-R-3065 / SAE J-14 / MIL-STD-417 Classification:
TB
ASTM D-1418 Designation:
FKM
Physical Properties
Elongation:
100% to 500%
Hardness Range (Durometer Shore A):
60 to 90
Mechanical Properties
Compression Set:
Very Good
Rebound Rating:
Cold:
Fair to Good
Hot:
Good to Excellent
Flex Cracking Resistance:
Good
Abrasion Resistance:
Good
Tear Resistance:
Fair to Good
Impact Resistance:
Good
Flame Resistance:
Very Good to Excellent
Thermal Properties
Minimum Service Temperature:
-20°F to -70°F
Maximum Service Temperature:
+600°F
Environmental Resistance
Recommended Shelf Life:
20 years
Weather Resistance:
Excellent to Outstanding
Sunlight Resistance:
Good to Outstanding
Ozone Resistance:
Outstanding
Oxidization Resistance:
Outstanding
Water Resistance:
Very Good
Steam Resistance:
Poor to Good
Gas Permeability:Fair to Good
Good to Excellent
Radiation Resistance:
Good, 7 x 104 Ga Gy
Fair, 2 x 105 Ga Gy
Chemical Resistance
Acetone:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Amonium Hydroxide:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Animal Fats:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Carbon Dioxide:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Chlorine:
DRY:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
WET:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Fluorine (Liquid):
Minor to Moderate Effect
Fuel Oil:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Gasoline:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Hydrochloric Acid 37%:
HOT:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
COLD:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Hydrochloric Acid Concentrate 37%:
HOT:
Minor to Moderate Effect
COLD:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Kerosene:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Methyl Ethyl Ketone:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Mineral Oil:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Naptha:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Natural Gas:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Nitric Acid:
Concentrate:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Dillute:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Red Fuming:
Moderate to Severe
Petroleum:
Below 250:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Above 250:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Phosphoric Acid:
20%:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
45%:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Propane:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Salt Water:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Skydrol:
Skydrol 500:
NOT RECOMMENDED
Skydrol 7000:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Sodium Hydroxide:
Minor to Moderate Effect
Sulfuric Acid:
Concentrate:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Dillute:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
20% Oleum:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Toluene:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Transformer Oil:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Vegetable Oils:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Vinegar:
RECOMMENDED: Little or Minor Effect
Recommended Storage Conditions
- Actual shelf life could vary dramatically based on storage conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place with temperature below 75°F.
- Keep away from direct heat or open flames.
- Avoid contact with solvents or other fluids.
- Do not store in direct sunlight.
- Keep products wrapped or sealed to minimize the absorption of moisture.
- Store in a relaxed condition free from tension, compression or other deformation.
Please note that information presented here is general to Fluoroelastomer polymer. The properties and characteristics of manufactured rubber products may vary based on polymer type and formulation. Our rubber products are a proprietary blend of various polymers formulated to meet stated physicals and specifications. The named product polymer is not necessarily the primary polymer representing the highest percentage of the polymer blend. Determination of the suitability of the goods for the uses and applications contemplated by Buyer and others shall be the sole responsibility of the Buyer or user. No guaranty is given with respect to length of service on any particular application. Suggestions or recommendations made by Seller in its product literature concerning uses or applications of the goods are believed to be reliable, but Seller makes no warranty or guaranty of results to be obtained since the conditions of the use and application by Buyer and others are beyond Seller’s control.
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Data presented here was gathered from several sources including Uniroyal Chemical Company, Inc., The Los Angeles Rubber Group, Inc., and Compass Publications.
Viton® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers. | Dyneon™ is a trademark of 3M™. | Fluorozone® is a trademark of West American Rubber Company, LLC
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