Silicone/Rubber o ring
*Service Temperature
For Silicone the service temperatures are from -60 C to 225 C. Some special types can be used in extreme temperature up to 300 C and down to -100 C.
*Application
Silicone rubber performs well under environmental and temperature extremes. It is usually applied in automotive and aerospace industries where flexibility and longevity are important. It is also a suitable material for parts that need FDA approval for food handling equipment and appliances.
FKM, (Fluorocarbon)
*Service Temperature
For general type fkm the service temperature is better limited to approximately from -26 C to 232 C in static applications, though the service temperature can arrive to 275 C at short time In dynamic applications, it is suitable between -15 C and 200 C.
*Application
Because FKM has excellent resistance of high temperature, oil, solvent, flame, chemicals and weathering, it is usually applied in automotive, chemical processing, aerospace and many other industries.