AVIATIONEU NEW ERA  AS3209-M83248 Flurocarbon (VITON) O-Rings
  • AVIATIONEU NEW ERA  AS3209-M83248 Flurocarbon (VITON) O-Rings

AVIATIONEU NEW ERA AS3209 / M83248 Flurocarbon (VITON® ) O-Rings SKU: ANEUNE-ORNG-AS3209/M83248

Flurocarbon rubber compounds (also known as FPM, FKM, or trade names Viton®, Fluorel®, Technoflon®, Dai-El® ) combine high-temperature toughness with wide chemical agent compatibility,  and feature excellent resistance to petroleum products and solvents and good high-temperature compression set characteristics. The designations FPM, FKM and Viton® very often cause confusion although they all relate to one single base material. FPM is the international abbreviation according to DIN/ISO, FKM is the short form for the fluoroelastomer category according to the American standard ASTM while Viton® is the registered trade mark of DuPont Performance Elastomers.

M83248 series Flurocarbon rubber o-rings feature an extremely high fuel and heat resistance and they ideally suited for aircraft fuel system applications. These o-rings feature a high temperature resistance, excellent resistance to acids, fuels, mineral and vegetable oils and greases, aliphatic, aromatic and chlorinated hydrocarbons, non-flammable hydraulic fluids (HFD) and many organic solvents and chemicals, low swelling in ASTM oil No. 1, and IRM 902 and IRM 903, excellent resistance to aging and ozone as well as low gas permeability and low compression set.

Flurocarbon rubber o-rings are often used in place of those made by Nitrile rubber (NBR) also known as Buna-N, presently the seal industry’s most widely used elastometer. When it comes to selecting Buna (NBR) vs. Flurocarbon (Viton®)  for sealing applications, the selected material should be selected on the basis of the intended application. Viton and Buna are two durable, elastomer materials and they are both commonly used in sealing applications for O-rings and gaskets. 

M83248 series Flurocarbon rubber o-rings are offered as part of our own (AVIATIONEU NEW ERA) product lines. Sourced from quality manufactuurers they are supplied in competitively priced packs in different sizes.

For additional information Flurocarbon amd Nitrile/Buna-N materials please consult the Product Description section or contact us.

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Flurocarbon (Viton®) vs. Nitrile/Buna-N

Viton® and Buna are two durable, elastomer materials and they are both commonly used in sealing applications for O-rings and gaskets.

Selection of Buna vs. Viton is related more to the mechanical properties desired in the sealing application. Each provides optimal general-purpose sealing options that resist most oils and lubricants, particularly petroleum-based lubricants, and each functions efficiently in temperature applications between 5°F and 250°F. After that, the specific application needs become much more important. Whether the seal will be subjected to rugged environments, temperature extremes or harsh chemicals will all play a part in the selection.

Flurocarbon (Viton®) O-Rings

Viton is a synthetic rubber and fluoropolymer elastomer used in O-rings and other molded or extruded products. It offers the best fluid resistance of any commercial rubber. At high temperatures, Viton retains good mechanical properties compared to other elastomers. It remains substantially elastic and is resistant to oils and chemicals at elevated temperatures. With its low permeability to a broad range of substances, Viton resists degradation from a wider variety of chemicals and fluids such as fuels, lubricants, and most mineral acids. Other mechanical properties include good resistance to compression, resistance to atmospheric oxidation, sun, climatic conditions, and even fungus and mold. Viton displays good electrical properties, too, in low-voltage, low-frequency applications.

Nitrile/Buna-N O-Rings

Buna is a widely used elastomeric material known for its tensile strength and high fuel and oil-resistant properties. It combines resistance with a low compression set and high abrasion resistance to make it the seal industry’s most widely used economical elastomer. Buna, also referred to as nitrile or Buna-N, is an NBR rubber that displays excellent resistance to all petroleum-based oils and fuels, as well as water, various alcohols, silicone greases, and hydraulic fluids. It offers such other advantages as good tear resistance and non-polar solvent resistance. It’s also less expensive than fluoroelastomers. Buna’s physical and chemical properties vary depending on the polymer’s composition of Nitrile. High Nitrile content within the polymer provides higher resistance to oils but lowers its flexibility. In other words, Buna offers superior strength and is more resistant than natural rubber to oils and acids, however, its flexibility is limited. It also suffers from poor ozone, sunlight, and weather resistance, flame resistance, and is limited to moderately high temperatures.

As a sealing option, the crucial difference between Buna and Viton is the temperature range of the material’s function. Viton is a preferred choice over Buna for high-temperature applications. Viton seals hold indefinitely at temperatures up to 400°F and can last up to 48 hours at temperatures up to 600°F. Buna is effective to 250°F. However, it can effectively seal mechanical objects at low temperatures to –22°F. Viton seals are rendered ineffective at temperatures below 5°F, with the material becoming hard and inflexible.

Environmental conditions also differentiate the application of Buna vs. Viton for sealing options. Viton offers universal chemical resistance for sealing applications for oils, fuels, and mineral acids. Its weatherability and resistance to mold and fungus, oxidation, ozone, and UV exposure offer additional excellent properties. Buna’s chemical resistance is much less than Viton’s, and its wearability and ozone exposure limit its application where such properties are required. However, in cases where such properties are not required, Buna seals offer superior abrasion and tear resistance and are more suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications.

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Certification/Approval
Certificate of Conformance
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4016931000 Gaskets, washers, rings and other seals of vulcanized rubber (other than hard rubber)
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Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) Code
4425100-6 Elastic rings

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