Tag: Viton (FKM) o-rings

Unlock Efficiency with Agriculture Seals

Summary Introduction Agriculture is an industry that sustains life, providing the food that feeds the world. But like any other industry, it relies on machinery to function efficiently, and this machinery, in turn, depends on smaller components like seals and o-rings. These elements may be inconspicuous, but their role is monumental. This post will discuss […]

Sealing Solutions in Medical Devices

Summary Introduction Sealing solutions, encompassing elements such as o-rings, gaskets, and various seals, serve as critical components in medical device technology. These elements are not merely functional; they fulfill stringent safety criteria, standing at the nexus of engineering precision and patient well-being. This blog outlines the criteria for seal selection, their specialized roles in different […]

Viton® (FKM) O-Rings—How to Make an Informed Decision

Viton® o-rings are also referred to as FKM  o-rings since they are made of fluorocarbon elastomers. FKM is short for Fluro-Elastomer and is a copolymer made of highly fluorinated hydrocarbons. However, not all FKMs are genuine Viton® o-rings. This post will walk you through a series of questions, and the answers will help you make […]

Supply Chain News: Viton® (FKM) Global Shortage

The availability of Viton®/FKM has been tightening since mid-2021 as a key ingredient used to manufacture the compound has been diverted to the manufacturing of Lithium batteries for Electric Vehicles (EV) and photovoltaic solar panels. Due to the rapid growth of these products, that tightening is becoming more acute as we enter 2022. The key […]

Genuine DuPont™ Viton® spun off to Chemours

Global O-Ring has long been a proud supplier of Genuine DuPont™ Viton® o-rings, o-ring cord, and custom molded rubber products. As you may have noticed, there have been some recent changes to the Viton® program. So what does this mean for current and future users of this material? We’ll cover it all here.