Part number TST360SO is an AS568-360 white PTFE (Teflon) 55 Shore D Back-Up Ring measuring an inside diameter of 5.85 in (148.59 mm), a cross section of 0.21 in (5.33 mm), and an outside diameter of 6.27 in (159.26 mm). A back-up ring bridges the extrusion gap so the primary seal holds its shape under load.
It resists steam, strong acids and bases, and oxidizing media. PTFE (Teflon) is widely chosen for near-universal chemical inertness and a very wide continuous service temperature range. Rated temperature range runs from -65°F (-53.9°C) to 500°F (260°C) in continuous service. Exposure to molten alkali metals or service requiring elastic recovery will shorten service life.
You will find this material specified across aggressive-media pipelines, semiconductor fabrication, and chemical processing.
Reference part number TST360SO when ordering; the item is sold individually. Nominal inside diameter is listed as 5 7/8 inch. Check the compound against your process media, pressure and temperature before committing to a design. 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.
description 360 PTFE SOLID BACKUP RING FDA
Actual_CS 0.21 inch (5.33 mm)
Actual_ID 5.85 inch (148.59 mm)
Actual_OD 6.27 inch (159.26 mm)
ProductCode Description O-Rings - Backup Rings