Parker Hannifin Viton™ Fluorocarbon Elastomers
Parker Hannifin Viton™ fluorocarbon elastomers are widely recognized as industry benchmarks for high-performance sealing solutions used in O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts. Manufactured and distributed by Parker Hannifin, Viton™ materials are engineered to deliver reliable sealing performance in applications exposed to high temperatures, aggressive chemicals, fuels, oils, and harsh industrial environments.
Parker Hannifin Viton™ O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts are available in a broad range of FKM types and specialty compounds, including Type A, B, F, GF, GLT, GFLT, XLT, ULT, and ETP. These materials are commonly specified in automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, chemical processing, and industrial equipment where long service life and chemical stability are critical.
Canyon Components works closely with customers to cross-reference Parker Hannifin Viton™ compounds and provide Parker Hannifin Viton™, and Parker Hannifin Viton™ equivalent or alternative FKM materials that meet performance, availability, and cost requirements. Contact our engineering team for assistance selecting Parker Hannifin Viton™ materials or qualified equivalents for your sealing application.
Common names include: FKM (Fluorocarbon), Fluorocarbon Rubber
Trade names include: Parker Hannifin Viton™, Fluorel®, Technoflon®, Dai-El®
Features of Parker Hannifin Viton™
- Parker Hannifin Viton™ O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts provide excellent resistance to fuels, oils, lubricants, and hydrocarbon fluids
- Parker Hannifin Viton™ materials exhibit strong mechanical properties and low compression set
- Parker Hannifin Viton™ O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts offer excellent resistance to ozone, weathering, and aging
- Parker Hannifin Viton™ materials have low gas permeability, making them suitable for pressurized systems
- Parker Hannifin Viton™ compounds are available in standard, low-temperature, high-fluorine, and specialty chemical-resistant formulations
- Parker Hannifin Viton™ O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts support a wide range of industrial and regulatory requirements
Limitations of Parker Hannifin Viton™
- Parker Hannifin Viton™ O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts have poor resistance to hot water and superheated steam
- Depending on the compound blend, Parker Hannifin Viton™ materials are not recommended for strong amines, ketones, or highly polar solvents unless specialty grades are used
- Depending on the compound blend, Parker Hannifin Viton™ O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts are not compatible with ammonia gas or strong inorganic bases
- Parker Hannifin Viton™ materials typically have a service temperature range of varies by compound: up to 437°F (225°C)
- Certain applications may require backup rings or alternative seal geometries at high pressure
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.
FKM & Viton™ High Performance Polymer Types
There are many types of FKM Polymer Types that Canyon Components offers.
This includes FKM Types A, B, F, GLT, GFLT, XLT, ULT, ETP, & TBR.
The table below is a Viton™ selection guide that lays out the pluses and minuses of each variation.
Key: 1 = Excellent 2 = Good 3 = Poor 4 = Not Recommended
| Types of FKM | A | GF | GLT | GLT ED | GFLT | XLT | ETP | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Compound Number | VT75BK00 | VT75BK20 | VT75BK30 | VT90BK31 | VT75BK40 | VT75BK50 | VT75BK60 | |||||||
| Description | General Purpose | General Purpose High Fluorine |
Low Temp | Low Temp Resistant to Explosive Decompression |
Low Temp High Fluorine |
Extreme Low Temp High Fluorine |
Viton® Extreme High Fluorine FEPM |
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| Cure Type | Bisphenol | Peroxide | Peroxide | Peroxide | Peroxide | Peroxide | Peroxide | |||||||
| Typical Fluorine Content | 66 | 69.5 | 64 | 64 | 66.5 | 66.5 | 67 | |||||||
| Typical High Temp Range °F (°C) | 437 (225) | 437 (225) | 437 (225) | 437 (225) | 437 (225) | 437 (225) | 437 (225) | |||||||
| Typical Low Temp Range °F (°C) | -15 (-26) | -15 (-26) | -40 (-40) | -40 (-40) | -35 (-37) | -54 (-48) | -6 (-21) | |||||||
| TR-10 °F (°C) | 1 (-17) | -6 (-21) | -22 (-30) | -22 (-30) | -11 (-24) | -40 (-40) | 12 (-11) | |||||||
| Oxygenated Automotive Fuels (containing MeOH, EtOH, MTBE, etc.) | 4 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||
| Reciprocating Engine Lubricating Oils (SE-SF Grades) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||
| Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Process Fluids,Chemicals | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||
| Aromatic Hydrocarbon Process Fluids, | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||
| Aqueous Fluids: Water, Steam, Mineral Acids (H2SO4, HNO3, HCl, etc.) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||||||
| Amines, High pH Caustics | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
Parker Hannifin Viton™ 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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Industrial Usage of Parker Hannifin Viton™
Parker Hannifin Viton™ elastomers are widely used across industries where sealing performance directly impacts safety, uptime, and regulatory compliance. Their broad compound portfolio allows engineers to tailor sealing solutions to temperature, pressure, and chemical exposure requirements.
Canyon Components helps customers evaluate Parker Hannifin Viton™ materials and determine whether direct-spec compounds or engineered equivalents offer the best solution for their application.
Automotive Industry
Used extensively in fuel system O-rings, gaskets, and seals exposed to modern fuels, additives, and elevated operating temperatures.
Oil and Gas Industry
Applied in O-rings and gaskets for valves, pumps, manifolds, and fittings exposed to hydrocarbons, sour gas, and high pressures.
Chemical Processing
Used in sealing components exposed to fuels, oils, solvents, and aggressive chemical environments.
Energy and Power Generation
Specified for fuel, lubricant, and hydraulic sealing applications requiring long-term durability and environmental resistance.
Industrial Equipment
Common in compressors, pumps, hydraulic systems, and general machinery where chemical resistance and temperature stability are essential.
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 FKM (Viton™) Types Available
Viton™ Type A – General Purpose FKM
Viton™ Type A FKM O-rings, gaskets, and custom molded parts provide balanced heat and chemical resistance. This general purpose fluorocarbon elastomer is widely used in industrial sealing applications involving fuels, oils, and hydrocarbons.
Viton™ Type B – Improved Chemical Resistance FKM
Viton™ Type B FKM offers enhanced resistance to aggressive fuels, aromatics, and chemical blends compared to Type A. This high-fluorine fluorocarbon elastomer is commonly specified in demanding fuel systems.
Viton™ Type F – Improved Chemical Resistance FKM
Viton™ Type F FKM provides superior resistance to oxygenated fuels, solvents, and aggressive chemical environments. This fluorocarbon elastomer is frequently used in automotive and industrial fuel sealing applications.
Viton™ Type GF – High Fluorine FKM
Viton™ Type GF FKM features increased fluorine content for improved resistance to fuels, biodiesel, and harsh chemicals while maintaining strong mechanical properties and sealing reliability.
Viton™ Type GLT – Low Temperature FKM
Viton™ Type GLT FKM delivers improved low-temperature flexibility compared to standard fluorocarbon elastomers, supporting sealing performance in colder climates without sacrificing chemical resistance.
Viton™ Type GFLT – Low Temperature and Chemical Resistant FKM
Viton™ Type GFLT FKM combines enhanced low-temperature flexibility with improved resistance to aggressive fuels and chemical blends, making it suitable for demanding fluorocarbon sealing applications.
Viton™ Type ETP – Specialty Chemical Resistant FKM
Viton™ Type ETP FKM provides exceptional resistance to aggressive chemicals, steam, and amines. This specialty fluorocarbon elastomer is often used in oil, gas, and chemical processing systems.
Viton™ Type ULT – Ultra Low Temperature FKM
Viton™ Type ULT FKM is engineered for ultra-low temperature environments while maintaining fluorocarbon chemical resistance, making it suitable for extreme cold industrial and aerospace sealing systems.
Viton™ Type XLT – Extreme Low Temperature FKM
Viton™ Type XLT FKM extends low-temperature sealing capability beyond GLT grades, offering reliable fluorocarbon elastomer performance in severe cold and aerospace environments.
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