Product Overview
Viton® / FKM Solid Rubber — Technical Overview & FAQs
What is Viton® / FKM?
Viton® (FKM) is a high-performance fluoroelastomer engineered for extreme chemical, fuel, and high-temperature resistance. It’s widely used in sealing applications where durability, stability, and low compression set are essential.
Where is Viton® typically used?
Aerospace fuel and hydraulic seals
Automotive and industrial engine gaskets
Chemical processing and refinery equipment
What makes Viton® / FKM different?
Resistant to fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids, and solvents
Continuous temperature resistance up to 400 °F (204 °C)
Excellent compression set and chemical stability
Superior resistance to ozone and oxidation aging
Can Viton® be used outdoors or in vacuum?
Yes — Viton® retains its physical integrity and sealing performance in vacuum environments and extended outdoor exposure.
Is Viton® available as custom gaskets or sheets?
Yes — available in sheets, rolls, die-cut parts, and precision-molded components for specific sealing profiles.
Key Properties
Base Polymer: Fluoroelastomer (FKM)
Hardness: 60–90 Shore A
Tensile Strength: 1200–2000 psi
Elongation: 150–300 %
Temperature Range: -15 °F to 400 °F
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