How do I select rubber materials with the best chemical resistance score?

Use this tool to help you select the rubber materials with the best chemical resistance score for your application. Step 1: Select the chemical (s) of your application in the left column and immediately see the chemical resistance results for different rubber materials in the right column.

What is the chemical compatibility of rubber?

The chemical compatibility of rubber is extremely important as the rubber can degrade rapidly if the rubber material is not compatible with the environment or media that it comes into contact with. AN-VV-O-366b Hydr. Fluid This chart shows the chemical compatibility and resistance of all popular rubber or elastomer materials.

How do I find a resistance rating for a chemical?

Begin by typing in the chemical, make a selection from the predictive list, and hit search. The associated resistance ratings will automatically populate. Not sure which rubber is best for the chemical you are working with? Leave the rubber field blank and the guide will show you the recommended rubber to use.

What are the properties of rubber compounds?

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How do I know if a rubber elastomer or O-ring seal is compatible?

Use this rubber chemical resistance chart to make sure that the elastomer or O-ring seal you choose will be compatible with the particular environment. The chemical compatibility of rubber is extremely important as the rubber can degrade rapidly if the rubber material is not compatible with the environment or media that it comes into contact with.

How is elastomer resistance determined?

Resistance of elastomers against chemicals is determined under ambient temperatures, unless stated differently. The compatibility score disregards potential reaction between the selected chemicals. This tool is to be used as guidance only. Selecting the rubber that is resistant to the chemicals in your application is critical to its functioning.