Ethylene-acrylic (Vamac ®) is a terpolymer of ethylene, methyl acrylate, and an acid-containing monomer as a cure site. It exhibits properties similar to those of Polyacrylate, but with extended low temperature range and with enhanced mechanical properties.
Ethylene-acrylic offers a high degree of oil, ozone, UV and weather resistance.
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Primary Uses |
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O-rings, rubber seals and custom molded rubber components for: |
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Temperature Range (dry heat) |
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Low: - 40 °F / - 40 °C |
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High: 300 °F / 149 °C |
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Application Advantages |
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» excellent vibration dampening |
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Application Disadvantages |
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» not recommended for exposure to fuel, brake fluid, aromatic hydrocarbons or phosphate esters. |