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 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.

Are elastomers compatible with rubber?

There is a good chance we may have it in stock already. 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. The top row of the rubber compatibility chart is the list of our common types of elastomers.

What does X mean on a rubber compatibility chart?

The top row of the rubber compatibility chart is the list of our common types of elastomers. The 1st Column on the left is a list of over 1700 chemicals. The numbers represent how those rubbers seal and maintain with those chemicals. A lower number is a better result. “X” means there isn’t enough data to assess.

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.