Physical Properties
ASTM D1418 MQ, VMQ, PVMQ
ASTM D2000 FC, FE, GE
Durometer Range 25-85
Tensile (Maximum PSI) 1500
Elongation (Maximum %) 900
Specific Gravity 1.30
Compression Set Excellent
Environmental Properties
Electrical Resistance Excellent
Flame Resistance Good-Excellent
Gas Impermeability Poor
Impact Resistance Good-Excellent
Abrasion Resistance Good
Tear Resistance Good
Continuous Maximum Temp 400 oF
Intermittent Maximum Temp 500 oF
Stiffening Point Temp -75 oF
Brittle Point Temp -120 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 Good
Brake Fluid Fair
Transmission Fluid Good-Excellent
Antifreeze Excellent
Synthetic Hydraulic Fluid Poor
Non-Synthetic Hydraulic Fluid Fair
Water Excellent
Acids (Cold 20%) Good
Bases (Cold 20%) Good
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