Cast Polyurethane is outstanding over other o-ring elastomers in abrasion resistance and tensile strength. Additionally, Cast Polyurethane surpasses the performance of Millable Polyurethane in its higher tensile strength.
Key Uses
Seals for high hydraulic pressures.
Situations where highly stressed parts are subject to wear.
Used for wheels, rolls, slurry parts, bumpers, couplers, and shock absorbers.
Wiper seals for axially moving piston rods.
Temperature Range
Standard Compound: -30°F to +175°F
Hardness (Shore A)
70 and 90
Features
With tensile strength of up to 6,000 psi, elongation of 350 to 650%, and exceedingly high abrasion resistance, the physical properties of Cast Polyurethane are among the best of all o-ring elastomers.
Although they swell slightly upon exposure, Cast Polyurethane compounds feature excellent resistance to mineral-based oils and petroleum products, aliphatic solvents, alcohols and ether. They are also compatible with hydraulic fluids, weak acids and bases, and mixtures containing less than 80% aromatic constituents.
Limitations
Cast Polyurethanes are not recommended for exposure to concentrated acids and bases, ketones, esters, very strong oxidizing agents, pure aromatic compounds and brake fluids.
With the exception of special compounds, they are also not recommended for exposure to hot water or steam.