This o-ring is supplied in red Silicone 70 Shore A measuring an inside diameter of 9 mm (0.354 in), a cross section of 1.5 mm (0.059 in), and an outside diameter of 12 mm (0.47 in), catalogued under part number SFDA1.5X9. It provides a reliable static or dynamic seal by deforming into its gland under assembly load. Additional detail on this item: FDA Compliant TO 21CFR Sec 177-2600, Metric O-RING.
Silicone is specified here for physiological inertness and low toxicity, very good compression set resistance across its range. This material stands up to dry heat, ozone and UV exposure, and many oxidizing chemicals. Published continuous service range is -80°F (-62.2°C) to 450°F (232.2°C). Applications involving steam above its rated range or hydrocarbon fuels and oils call for a different compound.
This o-ring meets FDA requirements for food contact, is metal detectable for HACCP and foreign-body control programs. It sees regular use in electronics and electrical enclosures, food and beverage processing, and ovens and heated equipment.
Reference part number SFDA1.5X9 when ordering; the item is sold individually. Unit weight is approximately 0.0064 g. 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 1.5MM CS X 9MM ID RED SILICONE 70D
uf_description2 FDA COMPLIANT TO 21CFR SEC 177-2600, METRIC O-RING
Actual_OD 12 mm (0.47 inch)
Actual_CS 1.5 mm (0.059 inch)
Actual_ID 9 mm (0.354 inch)
ProductCode Description O-Rings - FDA / Metal Detectable