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Getting To Know Materials: PTFE

What is PTFE? Polytetrafluoroethylene, better known as PTFE, is a material founded by E.I. DuPont in 1938 and has...

Getting To Know Materials: Ethylene Propylene (EPDM)

Trade Names: Nordel (E.I. DuPont), Royalene (Uniroyal), Epsyn (Copolymer Rubber), Vistalon...

April 24, 2021

How To Install an O-Ring   

Once you have confirmed that your lubricant is safe for use with both your O-Ring and your application, it is a good...

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...

April 1, 2021

If you recently replaced an O-ring that you think should have had plenty of life left, you are not alone. There are many reasons that O-rings fail...

March 15, 2021

Keeping o-rings on hand so you have them when you need them is a great idea. However, before you buy you should be certain that you understand some...

March 1, 2021

Understanding Sizing For AS568 And BS1806

If you have an o-ring that has failed and you require a replacement, while shopping you may be...

February 19, 2021

When it comes to selecting the right sealing solution for your application, understanding the nuances of different O-ring types is crucial. In this...

February 15, 2021

You can have the most innovative, high-tech equipment, but a poorly chosen O-ring can render it inoperable. The right O-ring in both material and...

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