ALKENES Resistant O-Rings and Seals

Alkenes, or olefins, are a group of hydrocarbons that are composed of carbon and hydrogen atoms. Common uses of alkenes include their use as raw materials in the petrochemical industry, as chemical intermediates in the production of other chemicals, and as fuel additives. Alkenes can cause rubber to become brittle due to the chemical reaction between the rubber and the alkene molecules. The rubber can also suffer from hardening, cracking and discoloration. In addition, alkenes can cause the rubber to become susceptible to attack by other chemicals.


FKM (Viton®)

Viton ® o-rings from Marco Rubber offer excellent compatibility with a range of chemicals, oils and resist high temperatures up to 400F. Viton ® is also known as FKM made of fluoroelastomer one of the most versatile and widely used sealing materials.

Common Names: FKM, FPM (Europe), Fluoropolymer, Fluoroelastomer


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Recommended Material:
V1000 FKM
Low Temp
-15 °F (-30 °C)
High Temp
400°F (205 °C)
Base Material
FKM (Viton®)
Hardness
75
Color
Black
Attributes
  • General purpose material
Datasheet
Recommended Material:
V1003 FKM
Low Temp
-15 °F (-30 °C)
High Temp
400°F (205 °C)
Base Material
FKM (Viton®)
Hardness
75
Color
Brown
Attributes
  • General purpose material
Datasheet
Recommended Material:
V1007 FKM
Low Temp
-15 °F (-30 °C)
High Temp
400°F (205 °C)
Base Material
FKM (Viton®)
Hardness
90
Color
Black
Attributes
  • For higher pressure applications
Datasheet

Rubber Material Compatibility with ALKENES

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