APG stocks the TST312, an AS568-312 white PTFE (Teflon) 55 Shore D Back-Up Ring measuring an inside diameter of 0.6 in (15.24 mm), a cross section of 0.21 in (5.33 mm), and an outside diameter of 1.02 in (25.91 mm). A back-up ring bridges the extrusion gap so the primary seal holds its shape under load.
It resists solvents, nearly all industrial chemicals, and steam. PTFE (Teflon) offers non-stick, non-contaminating surface characteristics and one of the lowest coefficients of friction of any solid. The material carries a published service range of -65°F (-53.9°C) to 500°F (260°C). It should not be specified for service in service requiring elastic recovery or elemental fluorine at temperature.
Typical settings include laboratory equipment, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical and biotech.
This item is sold individually under part number TST312. As always, verify media compatibility and operating conditions against the requirements of your specific application. If you need a size, durometer or compound that is not listed, APG can cross-reference from a print, a sample or a competitor part number.
description 2103-312 PTFE S/T BUP FDA
Actual_CS 0.21 inch (5.33 mm)
Actual_ID 0.6 inch (15.24 mm)
Actual_OD 1.02 inch (25.91 mm)
ProductCode Description O-Rings - Backup Rings