KEL0F LIQUIDS Resistant O-Rings and Seals
KEL0F Liquids, also known as ethylene glycol monoethyl ether, are a clear, colorless liquid with a mild ether-like odor. It is used in many industries, including rubber and plastics, as an anti-freeze, solvent, and wetting agent.
When rubber is exposed to KEL0F Liquids, it can cause a variety of failures. These can include swelling, softening, discoloration, and loss of strength. The extent of the failure will depend on the type of rubber, the concentration of the chemical, and the length of exposure. Natural rubber and other rubber materials with high plasticizer content are especially vulnerable to damage from KEL0F Liquids. Additionally, prolonged exposure to KEL0F Liquids can cause plasticizers to leach out of the rubber, resulting in embrittlement and cracking.
Buna-N (NBR, Nitrile, Buna)
Buna-N o-rings also referred to as NBR o-rings and Nitrile o-rings are the most widely used o-ring material in the word because of low cost, good mechanical performance with resistance to water, most basic oils, lubricants and some fuels, many pneumatic, hydraulic systems, and the default choice for basic applications. Buna-N o-rings are not recommended for exposure to sunlight, UV light, ozone and general outdoor weathering or hash chemicals, acids, keytones and many others.
B1000 Buna-N
- General purpose material
B1001 Buna-N
- For higher pressure applications
B1002 Buna-N
- Compliant to FDA specification 21 CFR 177.2600 for use in food and beverage contact applications
Rubber Material Compatibility with KEL0F LIQUIDS
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