BORAX Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Boric acid, also known as Borax, is a white, powdery mineral with a slight alkaline taste. It is widely used in cleaning products and as a preservative and insecticide.
When rubber is exposed to boric acid, it can cause a hardening and cracking of the rubber material. This can lead to a weakening and embrittlement of the rubber, making it less resilient and more prone to failure. In addition, boric acid's anti-fungal properties can lead to oxidation of the rubber, further reducing its lifespan and efficacy.
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.
V1000 FKM
- General purpose material
V1003 FKM
- General purpose material
V1007 FKM
- For higher pressure applications
Rubber Material Compatibility with BORAX
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