VITON Fluoroelastomer

Advantages

• Wide temperature range - 50/+250 ºC
• Flexibility
• High absorbance of lubricant minimises friction

Disadvantages

• Low tear strength
• Poor abrasion
• Poor resistance to oxidised oils or to EP additives

Operating Range & Appearance

Temperature range is -50°C to 250°C
Generally red, feels softer and more flexible than other materials

Basic Information - Viton®

• Viton is the most recognised, specified, and used fluoroelastomer brand by processors, equipment, suppliers, and end users
• Introduced in 1957/8 for the aerospace industry
• All Viton parts carry the Viton certification mark, which ensures the highest quality and performance benefits of Viton
• There are different types of Viton in terms of chemical resistance and mechanical properties
• Viton general use family types and Viton high performance types
• A specific type of Viton can be ordered that is tailored to the application needs
• Different types enable selection of the most cost effective elastomer
• Viton is manufactured at ISO 9002 registered facilities world wide

Product Advantages

• Reduces lifetime costs
• Viton far outlasts other general purpose elastomers
• Decreases unscheduled downtime, because of increased reliability
• Complies with tough regulations
• Mechanical integrity section of OSHA 1910.119 process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals

Case Histories

• Automotive
• Chemical Processing and transportation
• Off-road and Heavy Duty Equipment
• Petroleum Refining and Transportation
• Aircraft and Aerospace

Physical Capabilities

• Superior thermal stability
• High swell resistance
• Increase temperature capability
• Viton can serve continuously at 205° C with excursions to 315° C
• Stands up to aggressive fluids
• Excellent resistance to atmospheric oxidation, sunlight and ozone
• Mechanical ruggedness

VITON - the fluoroelastomer from DuPont