The TST458 is an AS568-458 white PTFE (Teflon) 55 Shore D Back-Up Ring supplied with an inside diameter of 14.475 in (367.67 mm), a cross section of 0.275 in (6.99 mm), and an outside diameter of 15.025 in (381.64 mm). This back-up ring extends o-ring service life by supporting the seal against extrusion under high pressure.
This material stands up to solvents, nearly all industrial chemicals, and oxidizing media. PTFE (Teflon) is known for excellent dielectric properties and a very wide continuous service temperature range. Published continuous service range is -65°F (-53.9°C) to 500°F (260°C).
You will find this material specified across aggressive-media pipelines, pharmaceutical and biotech, and semiconductor fabrication.
This item is sold individually under part number TST458. Nominal inside diameter is listed as 14 1/2 inch. Review your operating media and conditions against this specification before installation. APG can cross-reference from an existing part number, a drawing or a physical sample if this size is not an exact match.
description 2103-458 PTFE S/T BUP FDA
Actual_CS 0.275 inch (6.99 mm)
Actual_ID 14.475 inch (367.67 mm)
Actual_OD 15.025 inch (381.64 mm)
ProductCode Description O-Rings - Backup Rings