Description: AFLAS® Fluoroelastomers are copolymers of tetrafluoroethylene and propylene. This combination gives AFLAS Fluoroelastomers unique properties over conventional FKM-type fluoroelastomers in demanding applications found in the oil & gas, chemical process, industrial equipment, food handling, pharmaceutical, heavy duty diesel and automotive industries. AFLAS Fluoroelastomers display outstanding resistance to heat, acids and bases, many solvents, ozone, and steam. Classified by ASTM D 1418-01 as FEPM. Material Features: High molecular weight - Outstanding elongation, even in formulations with high hardness
- Excellent base and amine resistance unmatched by FKM-type fluoroelastomer
- High heat resistance
- Outstanding steam resistance
End User Benefits: Preferred material for high pressure and high temperature (HPHT) in oil & gas applications - Long service use (> 25 years) in harsh environments
- Can be compounded to be highly resistant to rapid gas decompression (e.g. NORSOK)
- Chemical durability (e.g. oil exploration and production fluids)
Typical Applications: O-rings - Gaskets
- Oilfield parts
- Heavy Duty seals
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