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

Aug 11, 20255 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.

O-Ring Bounce Testers Explained: How the Canyon O-Ring Identifier (COI) Helps You Identify Elastomer Materials
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Canyon Components

Aug 8, 20256 min

O-Ring Bounce Testers Explained: How the Canyon O-Ring Identifier (COI) Helps You Identify Elastomer Materials

Quickly identify unknown O-ring materials with the Canyon O-Ring Identifier (COI), a bounce tester based on ORID principles. Learn how it works and when to use it.

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Canyon Components

Mar 12, 20253 min

Canyon Components Introduces VT90BK51: The Next Evolution in Extreme Low Temperature FKM (Viton™) Performance

VT90BK51 sets a new benchmark in FKM (Viton™) elastomer technology, offering an unmatched combination of resilience, chemical resistance, and sealing integrity at a competitive price.

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Canyon Components

Jan 3, 20253 min

Combining Low-Temperature and AED FKM (Viton™) for Extreme Oil and Gas Applications

In the demanding environments of the oil and gas industry, selecting materials that can withstand extreme conditions is crucial. Combining low-temperature FKM (Viton™) with anti-explosive decompression (AED) properties offers a robust solution for such applications. Understanding Low-Temperature FKM (Viton™) Fluoroelastomers, commonly known as FKM or by the brand name Viton™, are renowned for their exceptional chemical resistance and thermal stability. Standard FKM materials typically operate

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

May 13, 20243 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.

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

Feb 9, 20243 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
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Canyon Components

Feb 2, 20243 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
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Canyon Components

Jan 15, 20243 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.

Viton®: Exploring the Versatility and Resilience of Fluoroelastomers
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Canyon Components

May 30, 20236 min

Viton®: Exploring the Versatility and Resilience of Fluoroelastomers

In this blog, we will take a closer look at Viton® rubber and its various applications.