SEA WATER Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Sea water is a combination of salt water and freshwater, which is a naturally occurring solution of minerals, salts and other elements. Common names for sea water include seawater, ocean water, brine and saline water. The common uses for sea water include industrial water treatment, agricultural irrigation, fish farming, desalination, and environmental protection.
When rubber is exposed to sea water, it can cause a variety of failures. The most common type of failure is chemical degradation caused by the salt in the water which can cause the rubber to become brittle and crack. Additionally, the salt water can lead to accelerated oxidation which can cause the rubber to weaken and break down. Other failures that can occur include swelling, loss of elasticity and discoloration.
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 SEA WATER
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