ETHYL CHLORIDE Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Ethyl Chloride, also known as chloroethane, is a colorless, volatile, and flammable gas with a sweet odor. It is commonly used in aerosol sprays, refrigerants, and as a propellant in the automotive industry.
When rubber is exposed to ethyl chloride, it can cause swelling, softening, and cracking over time. This is because ethyl chloride is a solvent and breaks down the polymers in the rubber, which can lead to accelerated aging and weakening of the rubber. Additionally, when ethyl chloride is exposed to rubber it can cause the rubber to become brittle and crack. This can be especially problematic for rubber seals, gaskets, and other components exposed to a high concentration of ethyl chloride.
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 ETHYL CHLORIDE
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