Parker Hannifin AMS Specification Elastomers
Parker Hannifin AMS specification elastomer materials are engineered for aerospace, military, aviation, and high reliability industrial sealing applications requiring compliance with Aerospace Material Specifications. These elastomer compounds are commonly used in O-rings, gaskets, custom molded parts, diaphragms, backup rings, and sealing systems exposed to demanding fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids, extreme temperatures, and pressure cycling. AMS approved elastomer materials are frequently specified in aircraft engines, fuel systems, hydraulic systems, environmental control systems, aerospace valves, and defense equipment where long-term sealing reliability and material traceability are critical.
Canyon Components supplies high quality equivalents to many Parker AMS specification materials used throughout aerospace and industrial sealing systems. Our team supports replacement O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts manufactured from AMS approved FKM, Silicone, Fluorosilicone, HNBR, EPDM, and specialty elastomer compounds. We also assist with material cross referencing, low temperature sealing requirements, fluid compatibility analysis, and documentation support for aerospace and military programs.
Common names include: AMS elastomers, aerospace rubber compounds, aerospace sealing materials, AMS O-rings
Trade names include: Parker®, Viton™, Fluorosilicone, Silicone, HNBR, AFLAS®, Canrez®
FKM O-rings from Canyon Components providing excellent chemical, heat, and compression resistance in critical sealing applications.
Parker Hannifin 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!
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Features of Parker Hannifin AMS Specification Materials
- AMS specification compounds are designed for aerospace sealing applications requiring tight material consistency and controlled physical properties
- Many AMS elastomer compounds provide low compression set and stable sealing performance under long-term elevated temperature exposure
- Aerospace elastomer materials are available in compounds optimized for low temperature flexibility, fuel resistance, and high temperature operation
- AMS approved compounds are commonly used in static and dynamic O-ring, gasket, and custom molded part applications
- Certain Parker AMS compounds are designed for fuel systems, jet engine environments, aerospace hydraulics, and environmental control systems
- Many aerospace compounds support MIL, UL, FAA, and defense related sealing applications depending on system requirements
- Canyon Components provides equivalent aerospace sealing materials with strong availability, rapid lead times, and engineering support for legacy and modern aerospace platforms
Limitations of Parker Hannifin AMS Specification Materials
- AMS approved materials are often more expensive than general purpose industrial elastomers due to testing and qualification requirements
- Some aerospace compounds prioritize fuel resistance or high temperature capability over abrasion resistance or flexibility
- Standard aerospace FKM compounds may have limited low temperature performance compared to GLT, GFLT, or specialty low temperature formulations
- Silicone materials provide excellent temperature range performance but may have lower tear resistance and wear resistance in dynamic applications
- Certain AMS compounds may require controlled storage conditions and shelf life management for aerospace compliance programs
- Specialized aerospace materials may have longer production lead times depending on qualification requirements and raw material availability
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.
Aerospace and AMS Specification Applications
AMS specification elastomer materials are widely used in aerospace systems where fluid compatibility, thermal stability, pressure resistance, and long-term sealing reliability are required. These materials are commonly installed in aircraft fuel systems, hydraulic systems, environmental systems, engines, pumps, valves, actuators, and aerospace fluid transfer equipment. Compound selection depends on operating temperature, aviation fluid compatibility, altitude exposure, dynamic movement, and system pressure conditions.
Canyon Components supports aerospace OEMs, MRO providers, defense contractors, and industrial manufacturers with AMS specification O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded sealing components. Reference information for many Parker aerospace compounds can be found in the Parker material offering guide and Parker O-Ring Handbook.
Aerospace Fuel Systems
AMS approved Fluorosilicone and FKM compounds are commonly used in aviation fuel systems requiring resistance to jet fuels, fuel vapors, lubricants, and low temperature exposure.
Hydraulic Systems
Aircraft hydraulic systems frequently use specialized FKM, EPDM, and HNBR materials compatible with aerospace hydraulic fluids and elevated operating pressures.
Environmental Control Systems
Aerospace O-rings and gaskets used in environmental control systems require stable sealing performance under varying temperatures, pressure differentials, and altitude conditions.
Aerospace Engines
Jet engine and turbine sealing applications often utilize high temperature FKM, Silicone, AFLAS®, or FFKM materials designed for exposure to oils, fuels, heat, and aggressive operating environments.
Defense and Military Equipment
AMS specification elastomers are widely used in military vehicles, aerospace systems, radar systems, fluid handling equipment, and defense sealing applications requiring material traceability and durability.
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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