Silicone is a popular material choice for O-rings due to its many beneficial properties, including extreme temperature compatibility, chemical resistance, and more. These characteristics make silicone O-rings an ideal choice for demanding industries such as medical, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage.
At Arizona Sealing Devices, we’re a major supplier of standard and FDA-compliant silicone O-rings that meet the needs of both general and specialized industrial applications. Learn more about the advantages of silicone O-rings and their many uses below.
The Value and Benefits of Silicone O-Rings
Silicone O-rings offer numerous advantages over other materials. For example, nitrile O-rings don’t match silicone in terms of temperature and weather resistance; Viton (FKM) O-rings aren’t as electrically insulating or flexible at low temperatures as silicone; and EPDM O-rings don’t perform well with petroleum-based oils and are less suitable for medical and food applications than silicone.
Silicone O-rings from Arizona Sealing Devices offers numerous benefits, including:
- Bio-inert characteristics
- Flexibility
- Ability to withstand various external factors
In addition to the above, one of the most important properties of our silicone O-rings is their high- and low-temperature performance:
- High-temperature flexibility: Silicone O-rings can withstand high temperatures without losing integrity or flexibility. This makes them a great choice for applications in hot environments, including industrial machinery, oil and gas exploration, and automotive engines. Silicone O-rings also offer great thermal stability, meaning they can withstand continuous temperature fluctuations without experiencing deterioration.
- Low-temperature flexibility: Silicone O-rings maintain their flexibility, pliability, and sealing properties even at extremely low temperatures. Unlike other materials, silicone won’t crack or become brittle at sub-zero temperatures. This is crucial for low-temperature applications such as cryogenics, refrigeration, and outdoor equipment.
To meet the needs of various industries, we can supply silicone O-rings suitable for use in a wide range of temperatures.
Applications of Standard Silicone O-Rings
Standard silicone O-rings from Arizona Sealing Devices are ideal for a wide variety of applications, such as:
- Automotive manufacturing
- Industrial equipment
- Laboratory equipment
- Refrigeration systems
Our standard silicone O-rings can also be used for fittings and valves in outdoor settings, including those with ozone exposure and other unique environmental conditions.
Applications of FDA Silicone O-Rings
In addition to standard silicone O-rings, Arizona Sealing Devices offers FDA-compliant silicone O-rings for applications that come into contact with pharmaceuticals, food, and medical devices. Our FDA-grade silicone materials are safe and non-toxic, making them suitable for industries with high safety and purity standards.
Key features of our FDA silicone O-rings include:
- Biocompatibility: FDA silicone O-rings don’t cause negative reactions when in contact with biological fluids or tissues.
- Chemical compatibility: FDA silicone O-rings are compatible with various chemicals without leaching harmful substances.
- Purity: FDA silicone O-rings are free from impurities and contaminants that could affect product safety.
These features make FDA silicone O-rings ideal for the following applications:
- Food processing: Containers, valves, food processing machinery and equipment
- Medical devices: Catheters, implants, and other medical equipment
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing: Pharmaceutical packaging, equipment, syringes, and vials
Aerospace Silicone O-Ring Applications
Silicone O-rings from Arizona Sealing Devices can be used in a wide range of aerospace systems to create a leak-proof seal and ensure safe, high-performance operation. Common applications include:
- Fuel systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Oxygen systems
- Pneumatic systems
Automotive Silicone O-Rings Applications
Our silicone O-rings are commonly used in automotive applications due to their chemical compatibility and high-temperature resistance. They are frequently used to seal lubricants, fluids, and coolants in brake and fuel systems, transmission and engine components, and vehicle air conditioning systems.
Electronics Silicone O-Rings Applications
Silicone O-rings are used throughout the electronics industry to seal away dust, moisture, and other contaminants that could damage sensitive electrical components. Common applications include:
- Electronic enclosures
- Medical devices
- Connectors
- Batteries
- Sensors
High Quality Silicone O-Rings from Arizona Sealing Devices
At Arizona Sealing Devices, we can provide standard and FDA-compliant silicone O-rings for diverse industries. For each customer request, our expert team carefully reviews all of our products to find the most suitable solution for their application. This, combined with our commitment to quality, is what makes new and existing customers turn to us for their sealing product needs.
Contact Arizona Sealing Devices or request a quote today to learn more about our comprehensive line of silicone O-rings.