Physical Properties
ASTM D1418 IIR
ASTM D2000 AA, BA
Durometer Range 30-90
Tensile (Maximum PSI) 3000
Elongation (Maximum %) 850
Specific Gravity 0.92
Compression Set Good
Environmental Properties
Electrical Resistance Excellent
Flame Resistance Poor-Fair
Gas Impermeability Excellent
Impact Resistance Good
Abrasion Resistance Fair
Tear Resistance Good
Continuous Maximum Temp 200 oF
Intermittent Maximum Temp 250 oF
Stiffening Point Temp -20 oF
Brittle Point Temp -75 oF
Weatherability Excellent
Oxidation Resistance Excellent
Ozone Resistance Excellent
300 F Steam Resistance Good
Immersion Properties
Aliphatics (Isoctane) Poor
Aromatics (Toluene) Poor
Halogenated Solvents Poor
Gasonline (Unleaded) Poor
Gasohol (Ethyl) Poor
Alcohols Excellent
Brake Fluid Good
Transmission Fluid Poor
Antifreeze Excellent
Synthetic Hydraulic Fluid Poor
Non-Synthetic Hydraulic Fluid Good
Water Excellent
Acids (Cold 20%) Good-Excellent
Bases (Cold 20%) Good-Excellent
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Butyl - Polyisobutylene