BUTANOL Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Butanol (also known as n-Butyl Alcohol, n-Butanol, and 1-Butanol) is a colorless, flammable organic compound that is widely used as an industrial solvent and a fuel. It is also used in the production of certain paints, coatings, and cleaners.
When rubber is exposed to Butanol, it can be subject to a range of failures. These can include swelling of the rubber, softening of the rubber, embrittlement, and loss of physical properties such as strength, tear, and tensile strength. Additionally, the rubber can become extremely tacky and lose its ability to retain shape. In extreme cases, the rubber can become brittle and crack. Additionally, Butanol can also cause the rubber to become brittle and crack due to its low molecular weight and lower molecular surface area.
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 BUTANOL
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