low temperature FKM Posts

Low Temperature FKM vs. Low Temperature Silicone: Choosing the Right Elastomer for Extreme Cold

Canyon Components

Sep 29, 2025 • 6 min

Low Temperature FKM vs. Low Temperature Silicone: Choosing the Right Elastomer for Extreme Cold

Compare low temperature FKM and silicone elastomers for sealing in extreme cold. Learn which material offers better flexibility, chemical resistance, and reliability across aerospace, medical, and industrial applications.

Canyon Components

Sep 22, 2025 • 6 min

Permeation and Outgassing in Seals: Designing for Vacuum, High-Purity Gases, and Solvents

Permeation and outgassing threaten seal reliability in vacuum, aerospace, chemical, and medical systems. Learn how FKM, FFKM, PTFE, and specialty elastomers ensure purity and long-term performance.

Kalrez® Compound Selector & In‑Stock Guide: 4079 vs 6375 vs 6230 vs 3018 (and more)

Canyon Components

Aug 28, 2025 • 10 min

Kalrez® Compound Selector & In‑Stock Guide: 4079 vs 6375 vs 6230 vs 3018 (and more)

Kalrez compound selector with in‑stock guidance. Compare 4079, 6375, 6230, 3018 and more, then map to a Canrez FFKM alternative for faster delivery and lower total cost. Includes steam, amine, oxidizer, AED, and semiconductor options.

Low-Temperature Sealing: O-Rings and Materials for Cryogenic and Arctic Applications

Canyon Components

Aug 25, 2025 • 10 min

Low-Temperature Sealing: O-Rings and Materials for Cryogenic and Arctic Applications

Learn how to choose O-rings and materials for cryogenic and arctic service. Compare VMQ/PVMQ, FVMQ, low-temp FKM (Viton GLT/GFLT), FFKM, and spring-energized PTFE, with design tips and AED guidance.

O-Ring Failures Explained: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Strategies

Canyon Components

Aug 18, 2025 • 10 min

O-Ring Failures Explained: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Strategies

Learn about common O-ring failure modes, their causes, and how to prevent them. Canyon Components provides advanced materials, compliance expertise, and solutions for reliable sealing.

Compression Set in Elastomers: How It Happens and How to Prevent It

Canyon Components

Aug 11, 2025 • 5 min

Compression Set in Elastomers: How It Happens and How to Prevent It

Learn about compression set in elastomers, its causes, effects on seal performance, and prevention strategies. Canyon Components helps you choose materials that resist compression set.

FDA, USP Class VI, and NSF 61: Demystifying Sanitary Material Compliance for Seals and Gaskets

Canyon Components

Aug 4, 2025 • 6 min

FDA, USP Class VI, and NSF 61: Demystifying Sanitary Material Compliance for Seals and Gaskets

Understand FDA, USP Class VI, and NSF 61 compliance standards for sanitary seals and gaskets. Learn how Canyon Components provides certified materials with documentation support.