APG stocks the SFDA1X18, a red Silicone 70 Shore A O-Ring measuring an inside diameter of 18 mm (0.709 in), a cross section of 1 mm (0.039 in), and an outside diameter of 20 mm (0.79 in). An o-ring compresses into its gland to block fluid or gas migration across a joint. Source specification: FDA Compliant TO 21CFR Sec 177-2600, Metric O-RING.
It resists ozone and UV exposure, weathering, and extreme heat and cold. Silicone is known for physiological inertness and low toxicity, very good compression set resistance across its range. Service temperature is rated from -80°F (-62.2°C) through 450°F (232.2°C). It should not be specified for service in hydrocarbon fuels and oils or concentrated acids.
This o-ring meets FDA requirements for food contact, is metal detectable for HACCP and foreign-body control programs. Common environments for this compound include food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and ovens and heated equipment.
Order part number SFDA1X18, sold individually. Unit weight is approximately 0.0064 g. Check the compound against your process media, pressure and temperature before committing to a design. For a size or compound outside the standard catalog, APG can quote from a print or sample.
description 1MM CS X 18MM ID RED SILICONE 70D
uf_description2 FDA COMPLIANT TO 21CFR SEC 177-2600, METRIC O-RING
Actual_OD 20 mm (0.79 inch)
Actual_CS 1 mm (0.039 inch)
Actual_ID 18 mm (0.709 inch)
ProductCode Description O-Rings - FDA / Metal Detectable