FFKM for High Temperature Steam
High temperature steam is one of the most aggressive environments for elastomer sealing, causing rapid degradation, swelling, and compression set in many standard materials. FFKM (perfluoroelastomer) O-rings, gaskets, custom parts, and tubes are specifically engineered to withstand high temperature steam, superheated water, and cyclic steam exposure, making them a preferred solution in critical sealing applications where failure is not an option.
At Canyon Components, Canrez® FFKM steam-resistant compounds are designed to outperform traditional elastomers and many competitive FFKM materials such as Kalrez® and Chemraz®. Key compounds including CP75BK03 (as well as 70 and 80 durometer variants), CP75BK01, and CP80BK21 are optimized for steam environments, offering excellent resistance to hydrolysis, compression set, and thermal degradation. These materials are ideal for applications involving saturated and superheated steam, where both chemical and thermal stability are required.
Unlike standard FKM or EPDM, which may degrade or lose sealing integrity over time in high temperature steam, Canrez® FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts provide long-term durability, reduced maintenance, and improved uptime. Canyon Components combines material expertise with engineering support to help customers select the best compound for their specific steam conditions, including pressure, temperature, and exposure cycles.
Common names include: FFKM, Perfluoroelastomer, Perfluorinated Rubber. Trade names: Canrez®, Kalrez®, Chemraz®, Simriz®, Parofluor®.
FFKM for High Temperature Steam Available
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Features of Steam-Resistant FFKM O-Rings, Gaskets, & Custom Parts
- Canrez® FFKM compounds such as CP75BK03 (70, 75, 80 durometer), CP75BK01, and CP80BK21 are specifically formulated for high temperature steam and hot water resistance
- FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts provide excellent resistance to steam, minimizing material breakdown in steam environments
- FFKM perfluoroelastomer materials exhibit low compression set in high temperature steam, maintaining long-term sealing performance
- Canrez® FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts offer exceptional thermal stability, enabling performance in saturated and superheated steam conditions
- FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts provide excellent chemical resistance, even in steam systems with additives or cleaning chemicals
- Available in multiple durometers (70A, 75A, 80A+) to optimize sealing performance based on pressure and mechanical requirements
- FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts are suitable for both static and dynamic sealing applications in steam service
- Canrez® FFKM offers improved availability and competitive pricing compared to Kalrez® and Chemraz® steam-grade materials
Limitations of Steam-Resistant FFKM O-Rings, Gaskets, & Custom Parts
- FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts have a higher upfront cost compared to EPDM or FKM, though they offer longer service life
- Steam applications require careful compound selection, as not all FFKM materials are optimized for steam resistance
- High temperature steam combined with pressure cycling may require optimized gland design and potential use of backup rings
- Lead times for certain competitor materials (Kalrez®, Chemraz®) may be extended, though Canrez® FFKM offers strong availability and faster turnaround
- FFKM materials can be over-specified for lower temperature or less aggressive steam environments, where alternative materials may suffice
Please consult a Canyon Components Engineer about your specific application and we will use our decades of experience to formulate a solution that fits your need.
Industrial Usage of High Temperature Steam FFKM Components
FFKM O-rings, gaskets, custom parts, and tubes designed for high temperature steam are critical in industries where exposure to steam is continuous, cyclic, or extreme. Canrez® FFKM steam-resistant compounds provide long-term sealing reliability, reduced downtime, and improved system efficiency, making them a valuable investment for demanding applications. Canyon Components works closely with customers to ensure proper compound selection and seal design for optimal performance in steam environments.
Have questions about steam-resistant FFKM solutions? Canyon Components can help you select the right Canrez® FFKM O-rings, gaskets, custom parts, and tubes, including CP75BK03, CP75BK01, and CP80BK21 compounds designed for high temperature steam applications.
Pharmaceutical & Bioprocessing
Used in FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts for autoclaves, sterilization systems, and clean-in-place (CIP) / steam-in-place (SIP) processes, where purity and durability are critical
Food & Beverage Processing
Utilizes FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts in high temperature washdown systems, steam cleaning, and processing equipment, ensuring long-term reliability
Chemical Processing
Employs FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts in steam-reactor systems and high temperature fluid handling, where resistance to both heat and chemicals is required
Energy & Power Generation
Used in FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts for steam turbines, valves, and high temperature piping systems, where sealing performance under extreme heat and pressure is essential
Semiconductor Industry
Applies FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts in high temperature process equipment and cleaning systems, where steam exposure and chemical resistance are both critical
Please consult a Canyon Components Engineer about your specific application and we will use our decades of experience to formulate a solution that fits your need.
All Other FFKM Types Available
Canrez® FFKM O-Rings & Custom Parts
Canyon Components supplies Canrez® FFKM O-rings, equivalent to Kalrez®, Chemraz®, and Parker® O-rings, in AS568, JIS, and Metric sizes. These perfluoroelastomer O-rings provide exceptional chemical resistance, high-temperature stability, and long-term sealing performance for semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and chemical processing applications. Custom molded Canrez® parts available.
Kalrez® vs Canrez®: Comparing FFKM Sealing Solutions"
Compare Kalrez® vs Canrez® FFKM for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts. Learn the differences in performance, availability, and cost to choose the best perfluoroelastomer for your application.
Kalrez FFKM O-Rings, Gaskets & Custom Parts
Canyon Components supplies genuine Kalrez® FFKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts with exceptional chemical resistance and high-temperature performance. Available in AS568, Metric, and custom sizes, with Canrez®, Chemraz®, and Parker® O-ring equivalents for semiconductor, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and chemical processing applications.
Parker Hannifin Parofluor FFKM O-Rings, Gaskets & Custom Parts
Canyon Components supplies genuine Parker Hannifin Parofluor FFKM materials for extreme chemical resistance and high temperature sealing. Compare Parofluor with Canrez® FFKM for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts in demanding applications.
Chemraz FFKM O-Rings, Gaskets & Custom Parts
Canyon Components supplies Chemraz® FFKM O-rings engineered for the most demanding sealing applications. Known for extreme chemical resistance and high-temperature stability, Chemraz® O-rings provide reliable sealing in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and chemical processing environments. Alternatives include Kalrez®, Canrez®, and Parker® FFKM O-rings in AS568, Metric, and custom sizes.
Simriz® FFKM from Freudenberg: O-Rings, Gaskets, and Custom Parts
Canyon Components is a distributor of Simriz® FFKM O-rings designed for extreme chemical resistance and high temperature applications. Compare Simriz® with Canrez® FFKM for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts in demanding sealing environments.
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