Resistance check for various materials
The right material selection is crucial for the longevity and safety of your process plants. Our compatibility check tool supports you in evaluating the temperature and media resistance of various materials against specific chemical substances.
Simply select your medium and receive a detailed overview of the permissible temperature ranges and their suitability. An indispensable tool for the safe design of your fittings.
Note: All information is provided without guarantee.
All information is provided without guarantee. Errors and omissions excepted.
| Chemical symbol | NBR | EPDM | FKM | FFKM | CR | PTFE | ETFE | PVC | PP | PA | PVDF | PPS | PEEK | MS | RG | GG, GS | 1.4401/1.4571 | 1.4305/1.4105 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature min: | -30 °C | -50 °C | -20 °C | -15 °C | -45 °C | -20 °C | -20 °C | 0 °C | 0 °C | 0 °C | -20 °C | -40 °C | -20 °C | -20 °C | -20 °C | -20 °C | Depending on the chemical composition / manufacturer | |
| Temperature max: | +100 °C | +130 °C | +230 °C | +235 °C | +100 °C | +200 °C | +200 °C | +60 °C | +100 °C | +100 °C | +100 °C | +200 °C | +150 °C | +250 °C | +250 °C | +250 °C | Depending on the chemical composition / manufacturer | |
² for brass with up to 58% Cu
³ diffuses through EPDM membranes
⁴ Ozone damages most polymer materials. The resistances should therefore be considered relative
⁵ FKM in acid-resistant version
⁶ approved under pressure according to BAM
⁷ Hydrogen can cause embrittlement of metals
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