Kalrez® FFKM Sanitary Gaskets for Food & Pharma Systems
Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets for food and pharma systems are engineered for high purity sealing applications where chemical resistance, temperature stability, and regulatory compliance are critical. These perfluoroelastomer gaskets are used in tri-clamp® connections, hygienic fittings, and process equipment where exposure to aggressive cleaning agents, steam, and process media requires reliable sealing performance. Kalrez® FFKM materials provide excellent resistance to CIP and SIP cycles, strong compression set resistance, and long service life in demanding sanitary environments involving O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts.
Canyon Components supplies Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets alongside Canrez® perfluoroelastomer alternatives, offering a competitively priced solution with fast lead times and extremely high quality. Our team supports gasket selection, dimensional requirements, and compliance considerations including FDA CFR 21.177.2600, USP Class VI, and 3A sanitary standards to ensure performance in food processing and pharmaceutical systems.
Common names include: Perfluoroelastomer sanitary gaskets, FFKM hygienic gaskets, high purity gaskets
Trade names include: Kalrez®, Canrez®, Chemraz®, Parofluor®
Relevant Specifications: Series A DIN32676, Series B ISO1127, Series C ASME BPE, ISO 2852, SMS 3019, BS 4825-3, SCH 5 BS, Special Sizes
FFKM Sanitary Gaskets from Canyon Components providing excellent chemical, heat, and compression resistance in critical sealing applications.
Other FFKM Offerings - Canrez®
The Canrez® range of perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) materials, O-rings, gaskets, & custom molded parts are at the leading edge of polymer technology. Proven in the field year after year, Canrez® materials, O-rings, gaskets, & custom molded parts have been developed to offer superior sealing solutions with enhanced high temperature performance and fantastic chemical resistance at an extremely competitive price! Canrez materials are comparable, and sometimes superior to Kalrez®.
Canrez FFKM Tri-Clamp® Gaskets from Canyon Components, a Kalrez equivalent, offer exceptional chemical resistance and high-temperature sealing for semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and chemical processing industries.
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| Description | Dimensions (in) | |||||||||||
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| Type | Subtype | Size | Size (in) | Code | ID | OD | BD | W BD | Thk ID | Thk Bead | Thk OD | |
| 1/4" 40MP Type 1 | 42MP Mini Gasket | 1/4 | 0.25 | 025 | 0.19 | 0.86 | 0.085 | 0.178 | ||||
| 3/8" 40MP Type 1 | 42MP Mini Gasket | 3/8 | 0.375 | 0375 | 0.28 | 0.86 | 0.085 | 0.178 | ||||
| 1/2" 40MP Type 1 | 42MP Mini Gasket | 1/2 | 0.5 | 050 | 0.38 | 0.86 | 0.085 | 0.178 | ||||
| 3/4" 40MP Type 1 | 42MP Mini Gasket | 3/4 | 0.75 | 075 | 0.62 | 0.86 | 0.085 | 0.178 | ||||
| 1" 40MP Type 1 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0.9 | 1.984 | 1.718 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.203 | 0.075 | ||
| 1-1/2" 40MP Type 1 | 1-1/2 | 1.5 | 150 | 1.4 | 1.984 | 1.718 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.203 | 0.075 | ||
| 2" 40MP Type 1 | 2 | 2 | 200 | 1.9 | 2.515 | 2.218 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.203 | 0.075 | ||
| 2-1/2" 40MP Type 1 | 2-1/2 | 2.5 | 250 | 2.4 | 3.05 | 2.781 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.203 | 0.075 | ||
| 3" 40MP Type 1 | 3 | 3 | 300 | 2.9 | 3.579 | 3.281 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.203 | 0.075 | ||
| 4" 40MP Type 1 | 4 | 4 | 400 | 3.87 | 4.682 | 4.344 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.203 | 0.075 | ||
| 5" 40MP Type 1 | 40MO | 5 | 5 | 500 | 4.78 | 5.687 | 5.296 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.203 | 0.075 | |
| 6" 40MP Type 1 | 40MO | 6 | 6 | 600 | 5.82 | 6.507 | 6.156 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.203 | 0.075 | |
| 8" 40MP Type 1 | 40MO | 8 | 8 | 800 | 7.81 | 8.57 | 8.165 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.238 | 0.075 | |
| 10" 40MP Type 1 | 40MO | 10 | 10 | 1000 | 9.81 | 10.57 | 10.16 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.238 | 0.075 | |
| 12" 40MP Type 1 | 40MO | 12 | 12 | 1200 | 11.8 | 12.57 | 12.15 | 0.094 | 0.085 | 0.238 | 0.075 | |
Kalrez® FFKM Materials Available
This table shows many of our standard materials and links out to our O-ring store. Get in touch with us if you need a custom gasket, custom molded part, or non-standard geometry!
Canyon Components stocks Kalrez Sanitary Gaskets in standard sizes and offers custom molded FFKM part options.
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42MP Sanitary Gaskets
42MP sanitary gaskets for Tri-Clamp® fittings in food processing, dairy, beverage, and pharmaceutical systems. Hygienic seals with excellent durability and cleanability.
40MP Tri-Clamp® Sanitary Gaskets - Type 1
40MP Tri-Clamp® sanitary gaskets for food processing, dairy, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications. Hygienic seals designed for reliable performance and easy cleaning.
40MPF Tri-Clamp® Sanitary Gaskets - Type 2 Flanged
Explore 40MPF Type 2 flanged sanitary gaskets for Tri-Clamp® systems. Designed for secure alignment, reliable sealing, and sanitary performance in food processing, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and biotech applications
ASME BPE Sanitary Gaskets
ASME BPE sanitary gaskets for biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, food, and high-purity processing systems. Hygienic seals designed for cleanability, compliance, and reliability.
Canrez® FFKM Sanitary Gaskets
Discover FFKM sanitary gaskets designed for high purity and chemical resistance in food, pharmaceutical, and biotech applications. Explore Canrez® FFKM solutions for reliable sealing, compliance, and clean processing environments.
Kalrez® FFKM Sanitary Gaskets
Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets for food, dairy, and pharma applications with FDA compliance, high purity, chemical resistance, and reliable sealing in CIP and SIP systems.
Features of Kalrez® FFKM Sanitary Gaskets
- Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets provide excellent chemical resistance to cleaning agents, acids, and process fluids used in food and pharmaceutical systems
- Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets offer low compression set, supporting long-term sealing reliability in tri-clamp® and hygienic connections
- High purity FFKM gaskets exhibit low extractables and low outgassing for contamination-sensitive applications
- Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets are available in standard sanitary sizes and custom geometries for specialized equipment
- Canrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets provide comparable performance with competitive pricing and improved availability
Limitations of Kalrez® FFKM Sanitary Gaskets
- Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets have a higher cost compared to EPDM, silicone, and other sanitary elastomers
- Lead times may vary depending on compound selection and gasket size
- Mechanical strength may be lower than reinforced gasket materials in high-load sealing conditions
- Over-specifying FFKM sanitary gaskets in non-critical applications can increase cost without added benefit
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 Kalrez® FFKM Sanitary Gaskets for Food & Pharma Systems
Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets are used in food and pharmaceutical systems where cleanliness, chemical compatibility, and regulatory compliance are essential. These gaskets are widely specified in hygienic process environments where contamination must be minimized and seal failure is not acceptable. Selecting the right Kalrez® FFKM or Canrez® compound depends on process chemistry, temperature, pressure, and compliance requirements.
Canyon Components provides engineering support to assist with gasket selection, material compliance, and sealing performance optimization. Our team can help evaluate application requirements and provide supporting documentation including Datasheets, TDS, Test Reports, MTR documentation, and MSDS or SDS resources to ensure reliable performance in sanitary systems.
Food Processing Industry
Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets are used in processing equipment exposed to cleaning chemicals, steam, and food-grade fluids
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
FFKM gaskets are used in bioreactors, fluid transfer systems, and processing equipment requiring high purity and low extractables
Dairy Industry
Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets are used in systems requiring compliance with 3A standards and resistance to cleaning cycles
Beverage Processing
FFKM gaskets are used in production systems requiring consistent sealing performance and contamination control
High Purity and Clean Room Systems
Kalrez® FFKM sanitary gaskets are used in controlled environments where cleanliness and chemical resistance are 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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