FUEL OIL NO. 6 Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Fuel oil No. 6, also referred to as Bunker C fuel oil, is a heavy fuel oil obtained from the distillation of crude oil. Commonly used in industrial, commercial, and residential heating systems, fuel oil No. 6 is one of the most widely used petroleum products in the world. Common uses for fuel oil No. 6 include heating buildings, powering ships, and generating electricity.
Common types of failures when rubber is exposed to fuel oil No. 6 include swelling, discoloration, hardening, and deterioration. Prolonged exposure to fuel oil No. 6 can cause the rubber to swell, leading to eventual breakdown and loss of shape. Fuel oil No. 6 can also cause the rubber to become brittle and harden, leading to eventual cracking and eventual failure. Additionally, fuel oil No. 6 may cause the rubber to discolor, leading to discoloration of the material. Lastly, fuel oil No. 6 may cause the rubber to deteriorate, leading to eventual breakdown and loss of material strength.
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 FUEL OIL NO. 6
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