Fluoroelastomer

High absorbance of lubricant minimises friction
 

DISADVANTAGES

Poor resistance to oxidised oils or to EP additives

Operating Range & Appearance

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