METHYL ISOVALERATE Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Methyl isopropyl ketone (also known as MIK, methyl isobutyl ketone, isopropylacetone, and 2-propanone) is a colorless liquid with a sweet smell. It is commonly used as an industrial solvent for cleaning and degreasing, and is also used in the production of paints, lacquers, and coatings.
When rubber is exposed to methyl isopropyl ketone, it can cause several types of failure. The chemical can cause swelling and softening of the rubber, resulting in reduced physical strength and elasticity. The chemical can also dissolve certain types of rubber and accelerate the rubber's aging process, leading to premature cracking, hardening, and brittleness.
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 METHYL ISOVALERATE
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