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Explosive decompression happens when trapped high-pressure gas inside an elastomer rapidly expands, causing blistering, cracking, and sudden seal failure. Choosing ED-resistant compounds, correct groove design, and AED-rated O-rings and gaskets reduces the risk of catastrophic leaks in oil and gas, downhole, and high-pressure pneumatic systems.

explosive decompression

What Is Explosive Decompression in O‑Rings (AED) and How to Prevent It

Elastomers are flexible polymers known for their resilience, elasticity, and ability to maintain sealing performance under stress, heat, and chemical exposure. Used in O-rings, gaskets, and custom parts, they are essential across aerospace, industrial, and medical applications.

Elastomers

Metal and Spring-Energized Seals | Replacing O-Rings for Extreme Use

Backup rings prevent extrusion and extend the service life of O-rings in high-pressure or wide-clearance sealing applications. Available in PTFE, nylon, and other durable materials, they ensure reliable performance in static and dynamic hydraulic or pneumatic systems.

Backup Rings

Spiral vs Split PTFE Backup Rings | Choosing the Right Seal Solution

Polyurethane (PU) offers outstanding abrasion resistance, tensile strength, and elasticity, making it ideal for dynamic sealing applications. Commonly used in O-rings and gaskets for hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial systems, it provides excellent wear resistance and resilience under high pressure and motion.

Polyurethane (PU)

Polyurethane Elastomers

PBT (polybutylene terephthalate) is a durable, dimensionally stable thermoplastic known for its excellent electrical insulation and chemical resistance. Commonly used in connectors, housings, and structural components that support O-rings and gaskets, it performs reliably in automotive, electrical, and industrial applications.

PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate)

PBT Plastic: Performance, Benefits, Toughness

PTFE Teflon provides outstanding chemical resistance, low friction, and a broad operating temperature range. Commonly used for seals, bearings, and housings supporting O-rings and gaskets, it performs reliably in chemical processing, semiconductor, and industrial applications.

PTFE Teflon

PTFE: Slicker than a Banana Peel

PEI (polyether-imide) is a high-strength thermoplastic known for its excellent dimensional stability, heat resistance, and dielectric properties. Commonly used in housings for O-rings, gaskets, and precision components for aerospace, medical, and electrical applications, it provides reliable performance in demanding high-temperature environments.

PEI (Polyether-imide)

Polyether-imide (PEI): The Ultimate Temperature Resin

POM (acetal, polyoxymethylene) is a strong, low-friction engineering plastic known for its excellent dimensional stability and wear resistance. Commonly used in housings, valves, and fittings that support O-rings and gaskets, it provides precision, rigidity, and chemical resistance for industrial and automotive applications.

POM (Acetal, Polyoxymethylene)

Polyoxymethylene [Acetal] (POM): High-Speed, Low Drag

PEEK (polyether ether ketone) is a high-performance thermoplastic known for its exceptional strength, wear resistance, and thermal stability. Commonly used in precision O-rings, gaskets, and structural components, it withstands harsh chemicals and continuous use at temperatures up to 480°F, making it ideal for aerospace, semiconductor, and oil and gas applications.

PEEK

Take a “PEEK”: PEEK Properties, Applications, and Advantages

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a tough, impact-resistant thermoplastic known for its balance of strength, rigidity, and machinability. It is widely used for custom plastic parts, housings, and prototypes across automotive, electronics, and industrial applications.

High Strength Posts

What Is Explosive Decompression in O‑Rings (AED) and How to Prevent It

Metal and Spring-Energized Seals | Replacing O-Rings for Extreme Use

Spiral vs Split PTFE Backup Rings | Choosing the Right Seal Solution

Polyurethane Elastomers

PBT Plastic: Performance, Benefits, Toughness

PTFE: Slicker than a Banana Peel

Polyether-imide (PEI): The Ultimate Temperature Resin

Polyoxymethylene [Acetal] (POM): High-Speed, Low Drag

Take a “PEEK”: PEEK Properties, Applications, and Advantages

ABS Plastic - ABS-olute Durability

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