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June 24, 2024

The Humble O-Ring: A Small Component with a Big Impact

Though small and seemingly simple, the O-ring is a critical component in a wide range of...

April 23, 2024

Fluoroelastomer Fact Sheet

Trade Names: Viton (E.I. DuPont), Fluorel (3M)

Fluoroelastomer rubber (Viton) performs well in many different...

November 1, 2021

Getting To Know O-Ring Materials: Fluorosilicone

Trade Names: LS (DOW), FSE (GE)

Fluorosilicone, FVMQ is a compound that contains...

July 18, 2021

Getting To Know Materials: Nitrile

Trade Names: Buna-N, Chemigum (Goodyear), Ny Syn (Copolymer), Krynac (Polysar), Hycar (Zeon Chemical),...

April 1, 2021

Most of us benefit from o-rings in our everyday lives without even realizing it. The o-ring is a simple product but is fundamental in the...

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