Versatile Silicone 70 Flat Rubber Washers , Heat Resistant Round Rubber Washers

Gasket Seals Round Silicone 70 in Black Color Flat Rubber Washer

O-rings are even used in highly technical construction such as space ships and other aircraft. A faulty O-ring was deemed the cause of the Space Shuttle Challenger catastrophe in 1986. An O-ring used in the manufacture of the solid rocket booster did not seal as expected due to the cold weather conditions upon launch. Consequently, the ship exploded after only 73 seconds into flight. This highlights the importance of the O-ring as well as its versatility.

Rubber washers are highly versatile and flexible components that are most suitable for sealing applications which require some degree of flexibility. We carry rubber washers, as well as Neoprene, silicone, Buna-N, Santoprene, and EPDM washers. We can also quote other types according to the details you submit through our RFQ feature.

These components are frequently used in plumbing, filtration, heating, cooling, ventilation and marine systems and settings, as well as in appliances and fixtures that may be subjected to moisture or development of condensation. They can be used on a number of surfaces but are not suitable for applications which may encounter extreme heat or corrosive materials. If your application requires a certain level of hardness in your rubber washer, you can specify that detail, most commonly known as the durometer, in your RFQ.

Names: Silicone, VMQ

COMPATIBILITY

1. Chemical Resistance

2. Engine and transmission oil (e.g. ASTM oil No.1)
3. Animal and vegetable oil and grease
4. Brake fluid (non-petroleum base)
5. Fire-resistant hydraulic fluid, HFD-R and HFD-S
6. High molecular weight chlorinated aromatic hydrocarbons (including flame-resistant insulators, and coolant for transformers)
7. Moderate water resistance
8. Diluted salt solutions
9. Ozone, aging, and weather resistant