Choosing the right materials for hoses and gaskets is crucial for operational reliability, service life, and chemical resistance. In this guide, we compare common materials such as NBR, EPDM, FKM/Viton, PTFE, silicone, PUR, PVC, PA, and XLPE based on temperature ranges, chemical resistance, wear resistance, weather resistance, oil/fuel resistance, and food-grade approval.
Use the materials table to help you find the right material for your application.
| Description of the project | Material | temperature | Positive qualities | Worse characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural rubber (Isoprene rubber) | NR | -60°C - +70°C | High wear resistance High elasticity Good cold tolerance | Low resistance to gasoline and oil Low heat resistance |
| Styrene butadiene rubber | SBR | -55°C - +90°C | High wear resistance High elasticity Good heat resistance | Low resistance to gasoline and oil Low ozone resistance |
| Ethylene propylene gum (Ethylene propylene ether polymer) | EPDM | -55°C - +120°C | High resistance to weather and ozone Good heat resistance Good chemical resistance Good wear resistance | Low resistance to gasoline and mineral oil |
| Butyl rubber (Isobutene-isoprene rubber) | IIR | -55°C - +110°C | High gas permeability, Good weather and ozone resistance Good chemical resistance | Low resistance to gasoline and oil |
| Nitrile rubber (Acrylonitrile butadiene rubber) | NBR | -35°C - +100°C | High resistance to gasoline and oil Good chemical resistance | Low resistance to weather and ozone |
| Urethane rubber | AU | -20°C - +70°C | High wear resistance Good resistance to gasoline and oil | Sensitive to hydrolysis Low resistance to cold and heat |
| Flour rubber (Viton®) | FKM | -40°C - +250°C | High heat resistance, High resistance to weather and ozone Good oil resistance Good chemical resistance | High hardness High price |
| Silicone rubber | Q | -90°C - +250°C | High heat resistance High resistance to weather and ozone Good chemical resistance | Low resistance to gasoline and oil Sensitive to hydrolysis |
| Chlorosulfonethene rubber (Hypalon®) | WSC | -40°C - +120°C | High chemical resistance Good heat resistance; good weather and ozone resistance | Low gasoline resistance High price |
| Polyvinyl chloride | PVC | -10°C - +60°C | Good weather and ozone resistance Good wear resistance | Low resistance to low temperatures, Moderate resistance to gasoline and oil |
| Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon®) | PTFE | -80°C - +260°C | High heat resistance High chemical resistance Good weather resistance Low friction, Self-lubricating Good gas permeability | High price Low elasticity |
| Polyurethane plastic | PUR | -30°C - +80°C | High wear resistance High resistance to weather and ozone Good resistance to gasoline and oil | Sensitivity to hydrolysis |
| Chloroprene rubber (Neoprene®, Polychlorobutadiene rubber) | CR | -55°C - +100°C | Good weather and ozone resistance Good oil resistance, Good heat resistance | Moderate resistance to gasoline |
| Thermoplastic polyester (Hytrel®) | TPES | -30°C - +80°C | High chemical resistance Low friction | Low heat and cold resistance |
| polyamide (Nylon®) | PA | -10°C - +80°C | High chemical resistance Low friction Good wear resistance | Low heat and cold resistance |
| Cross-linked polyethylene | XLPE | -20°C - +80°C | High chemical resistance Low friction Good resistance to gasoline and oil | Low elasticity |
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The choice of material is influenced by factors such as the medium, temperature, pressure, chemical resistance, wear resistance, and any hygiene requirements. We’d be happy to help you compare different materials and choose a hose or gasket that’s right for your application.
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