| Standard commercial "O" Ring materials |
| Compound |
Application |
| Nitrile |
Rubber for general use at temperatures between -40°C and +100°C with: Mineral-based hydraulic oils and greases. Transformer and machine oils; Engine oils S.A.E. 10 to 40 and multi-grade; Tractor Universal Oil; Pneumatic applications. |
| High Nitrile |
Rubber for use at temperatures between -30°C and +120°C with: Mineral-based hydraulic oils and greases. Transformer and machine oils; Gear oils S.A.E. 70 to 120 and
E.P. lubricants; Engine oils S.A.E. 10 to 40 and multi-grade; Tractor Universal Oil; Ester-based lubricant; Paraffin and Petrol; Pneumatic applications. |
| Neoprene |
Rubber for use at temperatures between -30°C and +80°C having: Resistance to weathering, oxidation and ozone. |
| Ethylene Propylene |
For use at temperatures between -50°C and +120°C. This material exhibits good weathering and ozone resistance plus good resistance to castor-based and certain fire-resistant fluids. |
| Fluorocarbon (VITON®) |
Temperature range -20°C and +200°C. Good resistance to various chemicals, mineral oils and fluids.
VITON® is a registered trade mark of DuPont Perfomance Elastomers |
| Silicone |
Temperature range -60°C and +200°C. Extreme temperature compound, but with limited oil and fuel resistance. Good resistance to hot air and satisfactory for use in hot water up to 100°C |
| Polytetrafluoroethylene |
Temperature range of -100°C and +300°C. Excellent chemical resistance and has self-lubricating qualities. |
