ETHANOL WITH ACETIC ACID, FERMENTATION MIXTURE Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Ethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol, is used in many industries such as the food and beverage industry, the medical industry, and the transportation industry. In the food and beverage industry, it is used as an ingredient in alcoholic beverages, a flavoring agent, and a preservative. In the medical industry, it is used as a disinfectant, an antiseptic, and a topical anesthetic. In the transportation industry, it is used as a fuel additive and as a solvent.
When rubber is exposed to ethanol, it can cause swelling, discoloration, or cracking. Swelling happens when the ethanol molecules penetrate the rubber, causing it to become softer and expand. Discoloration occurs when the ethanol molecules interact with the rubber molecules and cause a visible change in color. Cracking may occur if the rubber is exposed to ethanol for too long, as the ethanol molecules can cause the rubber to become brittle and crack.
EPDM (EP, EPR, Ethylene-Propylene Rubber)
EPDM o-rings, or ethylene propylene o-rings, are a family of synthetic elastomers with lower cost steam and chemical resistance, particularly for applications involving solvents, acids and other mild chemicals. Marco Rubber has the world’s largest inventory network of EPDM o-rings and made on demand custom manufacturing often without tooling fees, so the EPDM o-rings you need are always available. Whether it’s for water systems, braking systems, medical, pharmaceutical, food or dairy use, you can count on Marco Rubber to deliver your o-rings fast and efficiently.
E1055 EPDM
- Peroxide cured
E1000 EPDM
- Compliant to FDA specification 21 CFR 177.2600 for use in food and beverage contact applications
- Certified to NSF 61 specification for use in drinking water applications
- Peroxide cured
E1006 EPDM
- Low durometer material
- Peroxide cured
Rubber Material Compatibility with ETHANOL WITH ACETIC ACID, FERMENTATION MIXTURE
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