DOW CORNING 5 Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Dow Corning 5 is a silicone-based chemical used in a variety of industries, most commonly in lubricants and sealants. It is also known as dimethicone, polydimethylsiloxane, and polysiloxane.
When rubber is exposed to Dow Corning 5, it can cause swelling and softening of the rubber material. This can lead to cracking, tearing, and discoloration of the rubber, as well as a decrease in physical properties such as tensile strength and tear resistance. In extreme cases, the chemical can cause the rubber to become brittle and break apart.
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 DOW CORNING 5
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