Elastomers are a high molecular weight polymer that exhibits little plastic flow, and has a rapid recovery from an extending or compressing force. Elastomers are produced naturally as gum rubber on commercial rubber plantations or manufactured synthetically. Today, more than 32 synthetic rubbers are known.
In Part 2 of our webinar series, Benjamin Mell, Regional Sales Manager at Gallagher Fluid Seals will elaborate on the most common types of elastomers used in o-ring applications. He will discuss their performance characteristics, application details, and pros vs. cons.
Part 2 -Basics of O-Rings - Elastomers & Their Performance Characteristics can be found below, or on Youtube.
Part 2 will discuss:
1.Basics of elastomers
2.Most common elastomers
- Nitriles
- FKM’s
- Perfluoroelastomers (FFKM’s)
- Silicones
- EPDM
- Aflas
- Polyacrylate
3.Temperate and performance of each elastomer
4.Common areas of use
Watch Part 2 of our video webinar series regarding basics of elastomers in o-ring applications:
For more information about O-Rings or to speak to an engineer about your application/project, contact Gallagher Fluid Seals today.