FKM (Viton®) vs EPDM (EPR) for O-Rings and Seals

FKM (Viton®)

EPDM (EP, EPR, Ethylene-Propylene Rubber)

Description
Both materials are well suited for use in the -30 to 150°C range. FKM has an advantage in lower temperatures and EPDM has an advantage in higher temperatures. Marco offers specific compound formulations extending these ranges even futher as can be seen in the following compound comparison chart. When comparing these materials with respect to electrical current resistance, EPDM has a slight advantage. The differences in compression set resistence show that FKM has a slight advantage. Additionally, FKM has a slight advantage when considering wear resistance. Also, FKM has a slight advantage when comparing heat stability. Furthermore, both materials are equally Fair when comparing short term resilience. Finally, FKM has a slight advantage when evaluating differences in permeation resilience. Both materials are resistant to steam, greases, silicone oils and brake fluids, with FKM having specific resistences to ozone, solvents, compression set, broad spectrum chemical resistance, common fuels, mineral oils, vegetable oils, aliphatic hydrocarbons, aromatic hydrocarbons, chlorinated hydrocarbons, non-flammable hydraulic fluids, aging, strong acids, petroleum oils, acetone, halogenated hydrocarbons, di-ester lubricants, vacuum and most acids. EPDM has specific resistence to acids, bases, phosphate ester hydraulic fluids, weathering and sunlight, glycol brake fluids (DOT 3, 4, 5.1), cleaning agents, ketones, some acids and steam <300ºF.
Compounds
Marco
Compound
Number
DatasheetHardness
(Shore A)
ColorLow TempHigh TempFeatures
Compound: E1000Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: BlackLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
300 °F
(150 °C)
Description: Peroxide cured for improved aging, thermal and chemical stability. NSF61 compliant for drinking water applications and FDA compliant per 21 CFR 177.2600. Compare to Parker E1549-70 and Parco 5323-70.
Compound: E1001Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 80Color: BlackLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
300 °F
(150 °C)
Description:
Compound: E1005Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: BlackLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
265 °F
(130 °C)
Description: General purpose sulfur cured EPDM. Low cost compound with large stocked inventory. Alternative hardness and color options available. Compare to Parker E0603-70.
Compound: E1055Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: BlackLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
300 °F
(150 °C)
Description: Peroxide cured for improved aging, thermal, and chemical stability. Large stocked inventory. Alternative hardness and color options available.
Compound: E1069Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: BlackLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
250 °F
(125 °C)
Description: NSF61 compliant for drinking water applications. Internally lubricated with Struktol.
Compound: E1071Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-50 °F
(-50 °C)
High Temp:
260 °F
(130 °C)
Description: Conductive silver plated nickel filler for EMI / RFI shielding applications. Compare to Parker Chomerics E6434.
Compound: E1074Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: Off-whiteLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
300 °F
(150 °C)
Description: USP Class VI, 3A-Dairy, USDA, and FDA compliant.
Compound: E1077Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-25 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
215 °F
(100 °C)
Description: Conductive nickel plated graphite filler for EMI / RFI shielding applications. Compare to Parker Chomerics E6306.
Compound: E1087Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 80Color: BlackLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
300 °F
(150 °C)
Description: Compounded to have an extemely high tensile strength. Peroxide cured for improved aging, thermal, and chemical stability.
Compound: E1097Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: BlackLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
300 °F
(150 °C)
Description: Peroxide cured, NSF61, 3A-Dairy, USDA, and FDA compliant. Improved chloramine resistance.
Compound: E1100Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: TanLow Temp:
-50 °F
(-50 °C)
High Temp:
270 °F
(135 °C)
Description: Silver & Aluminum filled EPDM for conductivity, and EMI & RFI Shielding.
Compound: E1118Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-45 °F
(-45 °C)
High Temp:
300 °F
(150 °C)
Description: Nuclear safe, improved radiation resistance, low extractables. Compare to James Walker Shieldseal 663.
Compound: E1121Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 90Color: BlackLow Temp:
-60 °F
(-50 °C)
High Temp:
550 °F
(290 °C)
Description: Y267 cured for greatly improved steam resistance. High hardness compound with excellent Explosive Decompression (ED) resistance. Compare to Parker e0962-90.
Compound: E1130Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: BlackLow Temp:
-65 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
300 °F
(150 °C)
Description: NSF51 compliant for food contact.
Compound: V1000Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: General purpose, low cost & high inventory FKM
Compound: V1002Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: AMS-R-83248 M83248/1-### PER MIL-R-83248 TY-1 CL-1, available in a UL recognized grade, compare to Parker V0747-75
Compound: V1003Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BrownLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Brown FKM Viton, improved oxidation resistance, compare to Parker V884-75
Compound: V1004Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 90Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: M83248/2-### PER MIL-R-83248C TY 1 CL 2, compare to Parker V0709-90
Compound: V1005Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-40 °F
(-40 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: M83485/1-XXX PER MIL-R-83485 GLT-type FKM Improved low temp resistance, compare to Parker VM835-75
Compound: V1007Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 90Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: General purpose high durometer, good in high pressure and dynamic applications, compare to Parker VA153-90
Compound: V1008Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 90Color: BrownLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description:
Compound: V1009Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 50Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: General purpose softer FKM, compare to Parker V0986-50
Compound: V1010Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 60Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: General purpose softer FKM, compare to Parker V0769-60 and Parco 9009-60
Compound: V1012Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: WhiteLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: White FKM, improved oxidation resistance, compare to Parker V1033-70
Compound: V1019Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Internally lubricated with PTFE, reduces surface friction and sticking, similar to Parker V0848-75
Compound: V1020Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Viton® ETP, base resistant , best chemically resistant FKM, compare to Parker V1260-75
Compound: V1033Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-40 °F
(-40 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Viton GFLT® recommended for Oxygenated Automotive Fuels (containing MeOH, EtOH, MTBE, etc. and Aromatic Hydrocarbon Process Fluid Chemicals. Compare to Parker V7594B
Compound: V1038Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-40 °F
(-40 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Viton GLT® Low temperature resistance, improved Water, Steam and Mineral Acids resistance
Compound: V1044Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 95Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Very hard extrusion resistant type A FKM, compare to Parker V1238-95 and Parco 9021-95
Compound: V1062Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 90Color: GreenLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description:
Compound: V1073Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: FDA and 3A compliant
Compound: V1081Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Viton® GF-S best value for widest chemical resistance FKM
Compound: V1082Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 90Color: BlackLow Temp:
-40 °F
(-40 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: AED and extrusion resistant GLT type FKM
Compound: V1086Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-55 °F
(-50 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Extended low temperature FKM, Wide chemical resistance including H2S and Oxygenated fuels, compare to Parker V1289-75
Compound: V1088Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Viton® F material for increased solvent and general chemical resistance
Compound: V1090Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 90Color: BlackLow Temp:
-40 °F
(-40 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: AED resistant Viton GLT®, Norsok M710 and NACE TM0297 tested
Compound: V1118Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: WhiteLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: USP class VI medical grade, USDA 3A and FDA compliant
Compound: V1148Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: BlackLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Metal detectable, FDA compliant type A FKM
Compound: V1160Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 90Color: BlackLow Temp:
-50 °F
(-50 °C)
High Temp:
440 °F
(225 °C)
Description: AED resistant, Norsok M710 and NACE T0297 tested Wide chemical resistance including H2S and Oxygenated fuels.
Compound: V1165Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlueLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description:
Compound: V1166Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 70Color: BlackLow Temp:
-60 °F
(-55 °C)
High Temp:
440 °F
(225 °C)
Description: Ultra-low temperature FKM commercial grade Wide chemical resistance including H2S and Oxygenated fuels.
Compound: V1183Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 60Color: BlackLow Temp:
-40 °F
(-40 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: Terpolymer GLT type for low temperature applications
Compound: V1190Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BrownLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description: NSF51 compliant for food contact
Compound: V1208Datasheet: View DatasheetHardness: 75Color: BlueLow Temp:
-15 °F
(-30 °C)
High Temp:
400 °F
(205 °C)
Description:
Temperature Range Comparison
Box: Base Material Family Range
Whiskers: Specialty Compounds
General Information
Full Name
FKM:
FKM (Viton®)
EPDM:
EPDM (EP, EPR, Ethylene-Propylene Rubber)
Short Name
FKM:
FKM
EPDM:
EPDM
Common Names
FKM:
FKM, FPM (Europe), Fluoropolymer, Fluoroelastomer
EPDM:
EPDM, Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer Rubber
Mechanical Properties
Specialty Resistances
Brake Fluids
Brake Fluids
Greases
Greases
Silicone Oils
Silicone Oils
Steam
Steam
Most Acids
Steam <300ºF
Vacuum
Some Acids
Di-ester Lubricants
Ketones
Halogenated Hydrocarbons
Cleaning Agents
Acetone
Glycol Brake Fluids (DOT 3, 4, 5.1)
Petroleum Oils
Weathering And Sunlight
Strong Acids
Phosphate Ester Hydraulic Fluids
Aging
Bases
Non-flammable Hydraulic Fluids
Acids
Chlorinated Hydrocarbons
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Vegetable Oils
Mineral Oils
Common Fuels
Broad Spectrum Chemical Resistance
Compression Set
Solvents
Ozone
Specialty Resistances
FKM
Most Acids
Vacuum
Di-ester Lubricants
Halogenated Hydrocarbons
Acetone
Petroleum Oils
Strong Acids
Aging
Non-flammable Hydraulic Fluids
Chlorinated Hydrocarbons
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Vegetable Oils
Mineral Oils
Common Fuels
Broad Spectrum Chemical Resistance
Compression Set
Solvents
Ozone
EPDM
Steam <300ºF
Some Acids
Ketones
Cleaning Agents
Glycol Brake Fluids (DOT 3, 4, 5.1)
Weathering And Sunlight
Phosphate Ester Hydraulic Fluids
Bases
Acids
Brands
Viton®
Fluorel®
Technoflon®
Dai-el®
Brands
FKM
Viton®
Fluorel®
Technoflon®
Dai-el®
EPDM
Limitations
Hot Hydrofluoric
Kerosene
Skydrol Fluids
Non-polar Solvents
Low Molecular Weight Ethers
Halogenated Solvents
Chlorosulfonic Acids
Concentrated Acids
Low Molecular Weight Organic Solvents
Petroleum Oils
Low Molecular Weight Organic Acids (formic And Acetic Acids)
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Low Molecular Weight Esters
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Polar Solvents
Mineral Oils
Ammonia
Common Fuels
Amines
Alternative Fuels
Ketones
Glycol Brake Fluids (DOT 3, 4, 5.1)
Limitations
FKM
Hot Hydrofluoric
Skydrol Fluids
Low Molecular Weight Ethers
Chlorosulfonic Acids
Low Molecular Weight Organic Solvents
Low Molecular Weight Organic Acids (formic And Acetic Acids)
Low Molecular Weight Esters
Polar Solvents
Ammonia
Amines
Ketones
Glycol Brake Fluids (DOT 3, 4, 5.1)
EPDM
Kerosene
Non-polar Solvents
Halogenated Solvents
Concentrated Acids
Petroleum Oils
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Mineral Oils
Common Fuels
Alternative Fuels