Ordered as SFDA3X10, this is a red Silicone 70 Shore A O-Ring supplied with an inside diameter of 10 mm (0.394 in), a cross section of 3 mm (0.118 in), and an outside diameter of 16 mm (0.63 in). The o-ring 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 delivers an exceptionally wide service temperature range and flexibility that holds at very low temperatures. Expect good resistance to dry heat, weathering, and many oxidizing chemicals. The material carries a published service range of -80°F (-62.2°C) to 450°F (232.2°C). It is not the right choice where abrasive dynamic service or hydrocarbon fuels and oils are present.
The compound meets FDA requirements for food contact, is metal detectable for HACCP and foreign-body control programs. Typical settings include electronics and electrical enclosures, sanitary process lines, and ovens and heated equipment.
Stocked as SFDA3X10 and 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 3MM CS X 10MM ID RED SILICONE 70D
uf_description2 FDA COMPLIANT TO 21CFR SEC 177-2600, METRIC O-RING
Actual_OD 16 mm (0.63 inch)
Actual_CS 3 mm (0.118 inch)
Actual_ID 10 mm (0.394 inch)
ProductCode Description O-Rings - FDA / Metal Detectable