Parker Hannifin AFLAS® (FEPM) Elastomers
Parker Hannifin AFLAS® elastomer materials are designed for sealing applications requiring strong resistance to steam, amines, aggressive oilfield chemicals, bases, and high temperature industrial fluids. AFLAS®, also known as FEPM or Tetrafluoroethylene Propylene rubber, is commonly used in O-rings, gaskets, backup rings, packer seals, valve seals, diaphragms, and custom molded rubber parts operating in severe chemical and oilfield environments. These materials are widely specified in oil and gas systems, chemical processing equipment, steam systems, semiconductor systems, and high temperature industrial sealing applications where standard FKM or NBR compounds may fail.
Canyon Components supplies high quality equivalents to many Parker AFLAS® elastomer compounds used throughout oil and gas, chemical processing, and industrial sealing systems. Our team supports replacement O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded sealing components manufactured from FEPM compounds for steam systems, aggressive chemical environments, and high pressure industrial applications. We also provide engineering support for explosive decompression resistance, steam compatibility, and sour gas sealing systems.
Common names include: AFLAS®, FEPM elastomer, TFE/P rubber, steam resistant fluoroelastomer
Trade names include: Parker®, AFLAS®, FEPM
Parker Hannifin Materials Available
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Features of Parker Hannifin AFLAS® Materials
- These materials are commonly used in O-rings, gaskets, packer seals, diaphragms, and custom molded rubber parts
- FEPM compounds maintain strong sealing performance in high temperature steam and sour gas environments
- AFLAS® materials are widely used in oil and gas equipment, semiconductor systems, and chemical processing systems
- These compounds provide strong resistance to amine corrosion inhibitors commonly found in oilfield environments
- AFLAS® elastomers offer improved steam resistance compared to many standard FKM compounds
- Specialized compounds are available for anti-RGD applications, NORSOK environments, and high pressure gas sealing systems
- Canyon Components supplies equivalent AFLAS® sealing materials with strong availability, engineering support, and rapid lead times
Limitations of Parker Hannifin AFLAS® Materials
- AFLAS® compounds generally provide limited low temperature flexibility compared to Silicone, EPDM, or specialty low temperature FKM materials
- These materials may have reduced compatibility with aromatic fuels, ketones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons
- FEPM compounds are typically more expensive than standard NBR or EPDM elastomers
- Certain aggressive solvents may cause swelling or degradation depending on compound formulation
- AFLAS® materials may provide lower abrasion resistance than HNBR in severe dynamic applications
- Not all FEPM compounds are optimized for continuous hydrocarbon fuel exposure
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 Applications for Parker AFLAS® Materials
AFLAS® elastomer materials are used in systems requiring resistance to steam, aggressive oilfield chemistry, and elevated temperatures. These compounds are commonly installed in oil and gas equipment, packers, valves, pumps, steam systems, semiconductor systems, and chemical processing equipment. Material selection depends on operating temperature, fluid chemistry, pressure conditions, decompression exposure, and sealing geometry.
Canyon Components supports oil and gas companies, semiconductor manufacturers, industrial OEMs, and chemical processing facilities with Parker equivalent AFLAS® O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded sealing components. Parker material information and AFLAS® compound references can be found in the Parker material offering guide and Parker O-Ring Handbook.
Oil and Gas Systems
AFLAS® compounds are widely used in oilfield equipment exposed to steam, amines, sour gas, and aggressive drilling fluids.
Steam and Hot Water Systems
FEPM elastomers provide strong resistance to high temperature steam systems and industrial hot water environments.
Chemical Processing Equipment
Chemical processing systems commonly use AFLAS® materials for exposure to bases, amines, and aggressive industrial chemicals.
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Semiconductor processing systems frequently utilize FEPM compounds for plasma resistance and elevated temperature chemical exposure.
High Pressure Valve and Packer Systems
Oilfield valves, packers, and sealing systems commonly specify AFLAS® materials for anti-extrusion and chemical resistance performance.
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 Parker Material Types Available
All Parker Materials
Canyon Components supplies Parker® O-rings and custom parts in premium materials like FFKM, Silicone, EPDM, NBR, and Polyurethane. Available in AS568, Metric, and custom sizes for industrial, aerospace, medical, and chemical processing applications—all with competitive pricing and fast lead times.
Parker Hannifin Parofluor FFKM
Explore 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.
Parker Hannifin Viton™ Fluorocarbon Elastomers
Parker Hannifin Viton™ Fluorocarbon Elastomers available now! Contact our engineering team for assistance selecting Parker Hannifin Viton™ materials or qualified equivalents for your sealing application.
Parker Hannifin Polyurethane
Explore Parker Hannifin polyurethane materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts requiring excellent abrasion resistance and strength. Compare Parker polyurethane compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents.
Parker Hannifin Aflas®
Explore Parker Hannifin Aflas® materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts designed for steam, amine, and chemical resistance. Compare Parker Aflas® compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents.
Parker Hannifin Silicone
Explore Parker Hannifin silicone materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts designed for flexibility across extreme temperatures. Compare Parker silicone compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents.
Parker Hannifin Fluorosilicone
Explore Parker Hannifin Fluorosilicone materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts designed for fuel resistance and low temperature flexibility. Compare Parker fluorosilicone compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents.
Parker Hannifin EPDM
Explore Parker Hannifin EPDM materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts designed for water, steam, and weather resistance. Compare Parker EPDM compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents.
Parker Hannifin NBR
Explore Parker Hannifin NBR materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts offering excellent oil and fuel resistance. Compare Parker nitrile compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents for industrial applications.
Parker Hannifin HNBR
Explore Parker Hannifin HNBR materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts requiring excellent heat, oil, and abrasion resistance. Compare Parker HNBR compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents for demanding applications.
Parker Hannifin ACM
Explore Parker Hannifin ACM materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts designed for heat and oil resistance in automotive and industrial applications. Compare Parker ACM compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents.
Parker Hannifin Neoprene
Explore Parker Hannifin Neoprene materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts offering balanced oil, weather, and ozone resistance. Compare Parker Neoprene compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents.
Parker Hannifin Butyl
Explore Parker Hannifin Butyl materials for O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts requiring low gas permeability and chemical resistance. Compare Parker Butyl compounds with high-quality Canyon Components equivalents.
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