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Viton™ A 55 Durometer, Fluoroelastomer Extrusion EE96255B

55 Durometer Black Viton A Fluoroelastomer Compound

Polymer Name: Fluoroelastomer (FKM)

Color: Black

Processing Methods: Extrusion

Physical Form: Sheets, Slab, Strips

Features: High Temperature Strength

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Materials Features
Product Highlights
  • Compounded for: Molding (Compression, Injection, Transfer)
  • Cure System: Bisphenol
  • Cured Products: O-Ring Cord, Profile, Tubing
  • Form: Slab, Strip or Calendered Sheet.

Applications & Uses

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Properties

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Physical Form
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
100% Modulus³200 (1.4)PSI (Mpa)ASTM D-412
Compression Set (for 22 hrs at 392°F (200°C))³8.6%ASTM D-395
Hardness³55Shore A ASTM D-2240
Specific Gravity (H2O=1)³1.84ASTM D-297
Ultimate Elongation³335%ASTM D-412
Tensile Strength³1425 (9.8)PSI (Mpa)ASTM D-412
Material Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fluorine Content66%
Rheological Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Cure Tc90¹1minutesASTM D-6204
Maximum Torque¹8.8Inch/lbs.ASTM D-6204
Minimum Torque¹1Inch/lbs.ASTM D-6204
Scorch Ts1¹0.65MinutesASTM D-6204
Product Specifications
  • Durometer : 55
  • Polymer : Viton A™
Conditions
  • ¹ MDR .5 ARC 4 minutes at 370° F (188°C)
  • ³ Press cured 10 minutes at 370°F (188°C) and Post cured for 16 hours at 480°F (250°C)
Application Temperatures
  • High Temperature: 400ºF ( 204ºC)
  • Low Temperature: Dynamic: 1.4°F (-17°C), Static: -25.6°F(-32°C) 

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
6 months
Storage

Preserves best when stored in a cool/dry environment. Rheometer retesting suggested at 6 months.