compression set Posts

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.

Spiral PTFE Backup Rings vs. Split PTFE Backup Rings: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Sealing Needs

Canyon Components

Jun 4, 2024 • 3 min

Spiral PTFE Backup Rings vs. Split PTFE Backup Rings: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Sealing Needs

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) backup rings play a crucial role in preventing leaks and ensuring the integrity of high pressure systems.

Comparing Viton and Aflas: A Deep Dive into High-Performance Elastomers

Canyon Components

May 13, 2024 • 3 min

Comparing Viton and Aflas: A Deep Dive into High-Performance Elastomers

This blog post explores the differences between Viton and Aflas, including the types of Viton, their properties, and common uses.

The Engineer's Toolbox: Polyurethane Elastomers for High-Performance Seals and Belts

Canyon Components

Mar 15, 2024 • 7 min

The Engineer's Toolbox: Polyurethane Elastomers for High-Performance Seals and Belts

Polyurethane elastomers boast the characteristic elasticity of "rubber" materials and the durability & toughness of "plastic" materials.

Vacuum Baking of O-Rings: Advantages & Impact on Pumpdown Times

Canyon Components

Feb 9, 2024 • 3 min

Vacuum Baking of O-Rings: Advantages & Impact on Pumpdown Times

Delve into the multifaceted advantages of vacuum baking O-rings, elevating performance, reliability, and application versatility.

Navigating Hostile Terrain: Asahi AFLAS vs. DuPont Viton in Hydrogen Sulfide Environments

Canyon Components

Feb 2, 2024 • 3 min

Navigating Hostile Terrain: Asahi AFLAS vs. DuPont Viton in Hydrogen Sulfide Environments

A comparative analysis of Asahi AFLAS and DuPont Viton in H2S environments, shedding light on their respective strengths & weaknesses.

Metal Detectable O-Rings vs. X-Ray Detectable O-Rings: Pros and Cons

Canyon Components

Jan 15, 2024 • 3 min

Metal Detectable O-Rings vs. X-Ray Detectable O-Rings: Pros and Cons

Both metal detectable and X-ray detectable O-rings significantly contribute to maintaining the highest standards of food safety.

AS568 O-rings and O-ring Groove Design Guide

Canyon Components

Jan 10, 2024 • 2 min

AS568 O-rings and O-ring Groove Design Guide

O-rings are critical components in many mechanical systems, providing essential sealing functions in a wide range of applications.

Kalrez® vs. CanRez™: Performance, Availability, & Affordability

Canyon Components

Aug 28, 2023 • 3 min

Kalrez® vs. Canrez®: Performance, Availability, & Affordability

Discover CanRez: Outshining Kalrez in industrial applications. Affordable, efficient, eco-friendly – the smarter choice for the future.

CanRez™ CP75BK01: High Temp FFKM Perfluoroelastomer

Canyon Components

Jun 28, 2023 • 3 min

Canrez® CP75BK01: High Temp FFKM Perfluoroelastomer

In this blog post, we will delve into the flagship for the CanRez™ line of FFKM materials: CP75BK01.