Demand Viton Extreme Performance
Demand Viton Extreme Performance
Demand Viton Extreme Performance
For almost 50 years, engineers and seal manufacturers have specified Viton fluoroelastomers for the most demanding applications. The combination of high temperature performance, exceptional chemical resistance and dynamic elastic response has allowed critical seals to perform exceptionally well under very aggressive conditions. But even the best products can have a weakness, and for fluoroelastomers the weak link has been long-term performance in strong bases. High pH chemicals can attack traditional VF2-containing fluoroelastomers (ASTM D1418 designation FKM), causing premature seal degradation. Corrosion inhibitors, designed to protect metal components, introduce bases to counteract the long-term effects of acid build-up. Likewise, chemicals used to clean or purge industrial and food processing equipment are often basic in nature. The presence of aggressive basic chemicals, no matter where they are used, poses unique challenges for conventional fluoroelastomer seals. Fortunately for designers, Viton Extreme fluoroelastomers can take on this challenge. Viton Extreme base-resistant polymers for improved performance Viton ExtremeTBR and ETP combine the excellent thermal resistance of Viton fluoroelastomers with unique resistance to chemicals and to environments that have historically exceeded the capabilities of conventional fluoroelastomers. This class of fluoroelastomer, designated as FEPMs by ASTM D1418, is the choice for high pH environments.
Originally developed by the DuPont Company in the 1970s, FEPM polymers exhibit excellent resistance to base attack but have had limited acceptance due to poor processing characteristics. Fortunately, DuPont Performance Elastomers proprietary Advanced Polymer Architecture (APA) technology expands the range of performance enabled by specialty types of Viton. The significant processing improvements, along with equal or better end-use properties, allow specifiers to confidently select parts made from Viton Extremepolymers for specific applications. Viton Extremeproducts provide overall fluids resistance PLUS: Exceptional base resistance Exceptional processing advantages versus existing TFE/ Propylene polymers
Viton made with Advanced Polymer Architecture improves performance and processing of specialty types (S suffix denotes APA polymers)
TBR
TBR-S
ETP-S
Viton Extreme TBR-S Viton Extreme TBR-605CS is a Totally Base-Resistant Viton polymer that utilizes APA technology and a revolutionary bisphenol cure site for an improved TFE/ Propylene copolymer. Viton Extreme TBR-605CS provides: inherent resistance to caustics/amines Existing TFE/Propylene Base resistance Vi t n o m e r t x E e B T R-S good resistance to hydrocarbon oils, acids, and steam 10 10=Best Vit on Extreme ETP-S superior compression set resistance and lower volume swellFuel for resistance longer seal life and wear resistance Acid resistance superior processing versus otherTFE/Propylene polymers
Viton Extreme ETP-S Viton Extreme ETP-600S made with APA technology is an upgrade to ETP-900 that significantly improves the processing and end-use performance, while maintaining the excellent fluid resistance of its predecessor. Viton ExtremeETP-600S provides: Excellent resistance to acid, hydrocarbon and low molecular weight esters, ketones and aldehydes Inherent resistance to base attack and volume changes in highly caustic solutions, amines and hot water Low-temperature flexibility (Tg 10C) Improved compression set and physical properties for improved seal performance Improved mold flow, faster cure rates, and improvements in mold release and mold fouling for efficient manufacturing Because Viton ExtremeETP-600S has very low swell in hydrocarbons, ETP-600S provides exceptional service in automotive oil seals and oil field applications, as well as in automotive and aircraft fuels. While officially classified as an FEPM by ASTM D1418, the performance characteristics of Viton ExtremeETP-600S combine the best characteristics of an FEPM and a specialtytype Viton. In complicated environments and chemically aggressive applications where standard FKMs or FEPMs are not an option, ETP-600S is the fluoroelastomer of choice. Viton ExtremeETP-600S truly is the best of both worlds.
Viton Extreme TBR-605CS is suggested for use in oil and Low temperature automotive chemical processing, utilities, gas exploration, Compression set sealing and heavy duty/off-highway markets. Due to its chemical structure, TBR-605CS, like all TFE/Propylene products, is not High temperature resistance recommended for sealing in automotive or aircraft fuels.
In addition to superior processing, Viton Extreme products provide improved end-use performance versus TFE/Propylene polymers
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The information set forth herein is furnished free of charge and is based on technical data that DuPont Performance Elastomers believes to be reliable. It is intended for use by persons having technical skill, at their own discretion and risk. Handling precaution information is given with the understanding that those using it will satisfy themselves that their particular conditions of use present no health or safety hazards. Since conditions of product use and disposal are outside our control, we make no warranties, express or implied, and assume no liability in connection with any use of this information. As with any material, evaluation of any compound under end-use conditions prior to specification is essential. Nothing herein is to be taken as a license to operate or a recommendation to infringe on patents. While the information presented here is accurate at the time of publication, specifications can change. Check www.dupontelastomers.com for the most up-to-date information. Caution: Do not use in medical applications involving permanent implantation in the human body. For other medical applications, discuss with your DuPont Performance Elastomers customer service representative and read Medical Caution Statement H-69237.
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