Liquid oxygen is also known as dioxygen, oxygen gas, and liquefied oxygen. It is commonly used in medical and industrial applications, such as welding, combustion, and rocket propulsion.
When rubber is exposed to liquid oxygen, the rubber may become brittle and crack as a result of oxidation. Additionally, liquid oxygen can cause rubber to swell, shrink, or deform due to its extremely cold temperatures. High concentrations of liquid oxygen can also cause rubber to degrade, leading to a decrease in strength, surface hardness, and elasticity.
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.
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