-168 RED SILICONE 70D FDA O-RING

The S70FDA168 is an AS568-168 red Silicone 70 Shore A O-Ring supplied with an inside diameter of 7.237 in (183.82 mm), a cross section of 0.103 in (2.62 mm), and an outside diameter of 7.443 in (189.05 mm). This o-ring compresses into its gland to block fluid or gas migration across a joint.

Silicone is specified here for exceptionally wide service temperature range and very good compression set resistance across its range. This material stands up to many oxidizing chemicals, weathering, and dry heat. Published continuous service range is -80°F (-62.2°C) to 450°F (232.2°C). Verify compatibility before use with abrasive dynamic service or hydrocarbon fuels and oils.

The compound 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 pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Stocked as S70FDA168 and sold individually. Unit weight is approximately 4.56 g and nominal inside diameter is listed as 7 1/4 inch. Review your operating media and conditions against this specification before installation. If you need a size, durometer or compound that is not listed, APG can cross-reference from a print, a sample or a competitor part number.