Material engineering
Choose the right compound for every seal.
Compare temperature windows, chemical resistance, and qualification options with a material recommendation backed by our engineering team.
Compound library
Material categories
Start with a proven base compound, then tune hardness, color, and approvals to your assembly.
NBR-701
NBR (Nitrile)
Balanced oil and fuel resistance for high-volume industrial sealing.
- Temperature
- -40 to +120°C
- Hardness
- 40 to 90 Shore A
FKM-902
FKM (Viton)
High-temperature and chemical resistance for critical applications.
- Temperature
- -20 to +250°C
- Hardness
- 60 to 90 Shore A
VMQ-605
VMQ (Silicone)
Flexible, clean, and weather-stable for food and medical assemblies.
- Temperature
- -60 to +200°C
- Hardness
- 30 to 80 Shore A
EPDM-804
EPDM
Weather, ozone, and steam resistance for outdoor and water systems.
- Temperature
- -50 to +150°C
- Hardness
- 40 to 90 Shore A
Selected profile
Fluorocarbon Rubber
High-temperature and chemical resistance for critical applications. Use this profile as a starting point, then send your drawing and target media for an engineering review.
- ✓ Wide chemical compatibility
- ✓ Low gas permeability
- ✓ High-temperature stability
60 to 90 Shore A
Engineering comparison
Performance at a glance
Use the matrix to shortlist a compound before we validate the final design conditions.
| Material | Temperature | Oil / fuel | Weather / ozone | Approvals | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBR (Nitrile) | -40 to +120°C | Excellent | Good | ISO grades | Hydraulics, Automotive |
| FKM (Viton) | -20 to +250°C | Excellent | Good | RoHS options | Chemical processing, Fuel systems |
| VMQ (Silicone) | -60 to +200°C | Good | Excellent | FDA / EU options | Medical, Food and beverage |
| EPDM | -50 to +150°C | Limited | Excellent | ISO grades | Water systems, Steam |
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