Description
Volume Change
Rating
Satisfactory
Description Little or no effect
Volume Change < 10%
Comments Elastomer may exhibit slight swelling and/or loss of physical properties under severe conditions
Rating
Fair
Description Possible loss of physical properties
Volume Change 10 - 20%
Comments Elastomer may exhibit swelling in addition to a change in physical properties. May be suitable for static applications
Rating
Severe Effects
Description Noticeable change
Volume Change 20 - 40%
Comments Elastomer exhibits a noticeable change in swelling and physical properties. Questionable performance in most applications.
Rating
Unsatisfactory
Description Excessive change
Volume Change > 40%
Comments Elastomer not suitable for service
Rating
No Data Available
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Chemical Name
BoKure™
Urethane
(PU)
Chloroprene
(CR)
Ethylene -
Propylene
(EPDM)
Fluorocarbon
(FEPM - ETP)
Fluorocarbon
(FKM)
Fluorosilicone
(FVMQ)
Hydrogenated Nitrile
(HNBR)
Nitrile
(NBR)
Perfluoroelastomer
(FFKM)
Polytetrafluoroethylene
(PTFE)
Silicone
(VMQ)
Tetrafluoroethylene -
Propylene
(FEPM)
Acetaldehyde
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Note:
The information contained in this chemical compatibility guide is believed to be reliable but has been compiled from numerous industry sources and should be used as a general reference guide only. Tests are typically conducted at room temperature. Numerous factors including environment, temperature, exposure time and other conditions can greatly affect the material rating. If you would like more information on chemical compatibilities please contact a Hi-Tech Seals sales associate directly. Hi-Tech Seals Inc. assumes no responsibility whatsoever for use of this guide.
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