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Viton™ A-500 Pellets
Viton™ A-500, formerly VTR-6517, is a gum fluoropolymer with an intermediate viscosity compared to other A-type gum polymers. Viton™ A-500 is supplied in pellet form and is designed for use with Viton™ curative VC-50.
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- Manufacturer: Chemours
- Product Line: Viton™ Fluoroelastomer Gum
- Product: Viton™ A Type Gum Polymer
- Industries: Coatings | Elastomers | Metal Processing & Fabrication | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
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Overview
Viton™ A-500 is an A-family fluoroelastomer gum composed of hexafluoropropylene (HFP) and vinylidene fluoride (VF₂) for improved processing capabilities compared to existing fluoroelastomer processes.
Viton™ A-500 contains 66% fluorine content and improves rheology and physical properties. Viton™ A-500 is an intermediate-viscosity polymer suitable for injection, compression, and transfer molding applications.
Specifications
Physical form: Free-flowing pellets
Color: Silver gray
Odor: None
Nominal viscosity, ML1 + 10 at 121°C (250°F): 50
Specific gravity: 1.82
Storage stability: Excellent
Solubility: Low–molecular weight esters and ketones
Primary Chemistry: Physical form: Free-flowing pellets Color: Silver gray Odor: None Nominal viscosity, ML1 + 10 at 121°C (250°F): 50 Specific gravity: 1.82 Storage stability: Excellent Solubility: Low–molecular weight esters and ketones
Features & Benefits
- Supplied in pellet form
- Improved mold fouling resistance
- Fast cure rate and shorter cycles
- Enhanced mold release
- Enhanced processability
- Improved compression molding
- Can be cured with Viton™ VC-50
Problems Solved
Processing difficulties of fluoroelastomer sheets Mold fouling and release issues in the processing of fluoropolymers and synthetic rubbers
Applications
Transfer and compression molding of gaskets, O-rings, seals, and rubber parts Profile extrusions and calendered goods Extrusion rubber applications Parts with complicated shapes Engine crank and camshaft seals Valve stem and valve cover seals Air intake manifold gaskets Rubber parts for automotive and transportation applications Appliance elastomeric hoses
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Coatings
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Metal Processing & Fabrication
Plastics
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