“Viton” [DuPont]

Name:
“Viton” [DuPont]
Detailed information:
TM for a series of fluoroelastomers based on the copolymer of vinylidene fluoride and hexafluoropropylene with the repeating structure possibly —CF₂—CH₂—CF₂—CF(CF₃)—.

Properties:

White transparent solid. D 1.72–1.86. Resistant to corrosive liquids and chemicals up to 315C. Useful continuous service at 204–232C. Resistant to ozone, weather, flame, oils, fuels, lubricants, many solvents; radiation resistance good. Nonflammable.

Use:

Gaskets, seals, diaphragms, tubing, aerospace and automotive components, high-vacuum equipment, low-temperature and radiation equipment.