Tag: oil & gas o-rings

Viton® ETP and When You Should Upgrade

Summary Introduction Material selection defines sealing performance. Choosing the wrong compound leads to failure, increased maintenance, and downtime, making o-ring material compatibility one of the first considerations in any sealing application. Engineers and manufacturers have long relied on Viton® (FKM) for its impressive heat, oil, and chemical resistance. Its proven track record in harsh environments […]

Nitrile and Viton® O-Rings in Oil & Gas

Summary O-Rings in Oil & Gas O-Rings are vital components of oil and gas machinery and equipment for exploration, extraction, and processing. They are often subjected to high pressure, high temperature, and aggressive chemical exposure, making material selection critical to ensuring reliability and longevity. Nitrile (Buna) and Viton® (FKM) are the industry’s most commonly used […]

O-Rings: Under Pressure in Oil & Gas

Summary Introduction In the complex oil and gas industry ecosystem, each component, regardless of size, is pivotal in ensuring seamless operations. The industry, known for its intricate operations involving high pressure and high temperatures, demands reliability, efficiency, and safety in every part of the process. O-Rings and seals maintain operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability in […]

HNBR O-Ring Expansion

Our customers are seeing an increasing demand for HNBR o-rings, especially in cold weather climates. To accommodate this demand, we have expanded our inventory of 80 durometer HNBR o-rings. HNBR o-rings have a broad temperature range (-40ºF to +302ºF), superior chemical resistance, and are often used in the oil & gas and automotive industries. For […]