TRIMETHYLBENZENE Resistant O-Rings and Seals
Trimethylbenzene, also known as benzene-trimethyl and benzyl-trimethyl, is an organic compound used in a variety of industries, including the energy industry and the production of plastics, paints and coatings. Common uses include solvents, fuel additives and industrial cleaning products.
When rubber is exposed to trimethylbenzene, the common types of failures can include degradation of the rubber due to oxidation, swelling, cracking and embrittlement. In some cases, the rubber might become brittle and unable to withstand the pressure of the application, leading to a failure. Additionally, the rubber can become discolored and brittle due to the corrosive nature of the chemical.
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 TRIMETHYLBENZENE
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