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Fluorosilicone Vs. Silicone O-rings
Each rubber compound features its own unique properties that make it ideal for a specific application. Silicone is made from silicon, hydrogen, and oxygen and is widely acclaimed for its flexibility at extreme temperatures and low compression set characteristics. Fluorosilicone shares the excellent temperature resistance and properties of silicone. However, the two have notable differences:
- Silicone: Silicone comprises carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen that make them highly stable, non-reactive, and resistant to extreme temperatures and environments. Silicone has a temperature resistance of standard compounds ranging from -85° F to 400° F and hardiness range from 20 to 80 Shore A.
- Fluorosilicone: Fluorosilicone differentiates itself from silicone since it comprises extra beneficial components common to fluorocarbon. Notably, the inclusion of these compounds improves FMVQ’s ability to resist fuel, solvents, and oil. They also offer excellent resistance to weather and ozone, making them a desirable elastomer for specific industries. The temperature resistance of standard FMVQ compounds ranges from -75° F to 400° F with a hardiness range from 40 to 80 Shore A.
Fluorosilicone Vs. Viton O-rings
- Viton: Viton is characterized by strong carbon-fluorine bonds that embed them with unmatched chemical, thermal, and oxidation-resistant properties. These traits make Viton ideal for extreme applications that involve handling and transportation of chemicals and fuels. Viton is also ideal for high temperature and explosive environments such as in the oil and gas industry. While the standard Viton O-rings tend to perform less effectively in temperatures below -20° C, unique Viton compounds provide low-temperature capabilities of -40° C.
- Fluorosilicone: Fluorosilicone comprises the backbone of silicone atoms and alternating oxygen atoms that make them more heat resistant, UV radiation resistant, and ozone resistant. They sustain mechanical properties and superior high temperature stability while providing superior resistance to oil, fuel, and other chemicals.
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Recommended Uses Of Fluorosilicone O-rings, Gaskets, Tubing, And Seals
Several systems, environments, and applications benefit from using O-rings, gaskets, tubing, and seals created with fluorosilicone. These applications include:
- Jet fuel systems
- Dry heat environments
- Broad temperature range environments
- Some petroleum oil applications
- Chlorinated solvents environments
Non-recommended Uses Of Fluorosilicone O-rings, Gaskets, Tubing, And Seals
Although fluorosilicone O-rings, gaskets, tubing, and seals boast unmatched properties for a range of applications, there are several other applications where their use may produce undesirable or even negative results. These applications include:
- Ketones (MEK)
- Phosphate esters
- Some acids
- Auto/aircraft brake fluids
- Amines (ammonia)
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