Are you looking for a versatile and reliable O-ring for the food industry, pharmaceutical sector, or water treatment? Discover the O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide - FDA - EC1935/2004 - NSF61, with exceptional resistance to aging, ozone, and chemicals, and the highest certifications for food safety and drinking water quality. With a temperature range of -55°C to 150°C and excellent mechanical properties, these O-rings are ideal for various demanding applications. Also check the EPDM material page for the key EPDM properties, such as resistance to water, steam and weathering, and an overview of all EPDM hardness grades and applications.
An O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide is a specific seal made of EPDM (ethylene-propylene-diene-monomer) rubber with a hardness of 70 Shore A. These O-rings are produced through peroxide curing, which enhances properties such as increased resistance to heat and chemicals.
Additionally, these EPDM O-rings - 70 Shore A - Peroxide meet three important certifications: FDA (Food and Drug Administration), EC1935/2004 (European regulation for materials in contact with food), and NSF61 (National Sanitation Foundation for drinking water systems).
This combination of properties and certifications makes these EPDM O-rings - 70 Shore A - Peroxide particularly suitable for use in the food industry, pharmaceutical applications, and drinking water systems.
An FDA certificate is an approval issued by the Food and Drug Administration, a United States agency responsible for public health protection. This certificate confirms that the materials and products certified are safe for use in applications that come into direct contact with food.
For an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide, this means that the material does not contain harmful substances that can migrate into food, making it safe for use in food processing equipment, packaging machines, and other applications where food safety is crucial. The FDA certificate is an important assurance for manufacturers and consumers that the product meets the highest safety and hygiene standards.
The EC1935/2004 certificate is a European regulation that ensures the safety of materials in contact with food. This regulation imposes strict requirements on the chemical composition and migration of substances from materials into food.
For an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide, an EC1935/2004 certificate means that the material has been tested and approved for safe use in applications that come into contact with food within the European Union.
This certification ensures that the O-ring does not release harmful substances into the food, which is essential for food safety. Therefore, these EPDM O-rings - 70 Shore A - Peroxide are highly suitable for use in various applications within the European food industry.
The NSF61 certificate, issued by the National Sanitation Foundation, is a key standard for products in contact with drinking water. This certification ensures that materials do not release harmful substances into the water and that they meet strict health and safety standards.
For an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide, an NSF61 certificate means that the material is suitable for use in drinking water systems, water filters, and other applications where drinking water quality is essential.
This certificate ensures the safety and purity of the drinking water, making these O-rings ideal for use in water treatment systems and other applications in the drinking water sector.
An O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide has several excellent properties. Firstly, they offer outstanding resistance to aging, ozone, UV radiation, and weather influences, making them very suitable for outdoor use and applications exposed to these elements.
Additionally, these O-rings have high chemical resistance, especially against hot water and steam, numerous polar solvents such as alcohols, ketones, and esters, as well as various organic and inorganic acids and bases. They are also resistant to cleaning agents, silicone oils and greases, and glycol-based brake fluids.
Peroxide curing provides improved thermal stability, meaning they can withstand higher temperatures without losing their elastic properties. The temperature range of these EPDM O-rings is between -55°C and 150°C, making them suitable for various applications with both low and high temperatures.
Using an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide - FDA - EC1935/2004 - NSF61 offers several benefits. Firstly, peroxide curing enhances properties such as higher thermal stability and better resistance to chemicals, which extends the O-ring's lifespan and reduces maintenance costs.
The extensive certifications (FDA, EC1935/2004, and NSF61) ensure that these O-rings are safe for use in applications that come into contact with food and drinking water, which is crucial for the food processing and water treatment industries.
Additionally, an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide offers excellent resistance to aging, ozone, and weather influences, making these EPDM O-rings - 70 Shore A - Peroxide suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. Their high elasticity and flexibility provide excellent sealing, even in dynamic applications.
The applications of an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide - FDA - EC1935/2004 - NSF61 are very diverse and cover a wide range of industries. In the food industry, these O-rings are used in machines and equipment that come into direct contact with food, such as mixers, packaging machines, and conveyors, thanks to their FDA and EC1935/2004 certifications.
In water treatment, they are ideal for use in drinking water systems, water filters, and pipelines due to their NSF61 certification, which ensures the safety and purity of drinking water. Additionally, they are also applied in the pharmaceutical industry for equipment and processes that require strict hygiene standards.
The excellent weather resistance makes an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide suitable for outdoor environments, such as irrigation systems and outdoor installations.
Although an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide with various certifications offers many advantages, there are also some drawbacks to consider. EPDM has limited resistance to oils, fuels, and certain solvents, making it less suitable for environments where these substances are present.
Additionally, the cost of an O-ring EPDM - 70 Shore A - Peroxide may be higher than that of standard EPDM or other materials, which can be a consideration for budget-conscious applications. Also, EPDM is less resistant to very high temperatures compared to some other rubber materials like FKM (fluoroelastomer), which can limit its usability in extreme heat.
Despite these disadvantages, the unique properties and certifications of these EPDM O-rings - 70 Shore A - Peroxide make them a valuable choice for many critical applications.
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