-173 BLUE FKM 75D O-RING

APG stocks the V75MD173, an AS568-173 blue Viton® (FKM) 75 Shore A O-Ring with an inside diameter of 8.487 in (215.57 mm), a cross section of 0.103 in (2.62 mm), and an outside diameter of 8.693 in (220.8 mm). An o-ring compresses into its gland to block fluid or gas migration across a joint.

Expect good resistance to petroleum oils and fuels, aggressive chemicals, and aromatic hydrocarbons. Viton® (FKM) is specified for long service life in hot, chemically aggressive environments, excellent resistance to compression set and permeation. Service temperature is rated from -15°F (-26.1°C) through 400°F (204.4°C). It should not be specified for service in ketones and esters or low-molecular-weight organic acids.

This item meets FDA requirements for food contact, carries NSF listing, and is metal detectable for HACCP and foreign-body control programs. Common environments for this compound include aerospace, automotive fuel systems, and high-temperature process equipment.

Stocked as V75MD173 and sold individually. As always, verify media compatibility and operating conditions against the requirements of your specific application. For a size or compound outside the standard catalog, APG can quote from a print or sample.