How Do You Know You e Getting Parts Made With Genuine Viton® fluoroelastomer?
Q. Are all “Viton seals” really made from Viton® fluoroelastomers? A. In a word, no. Only DuPont Performance Elastomers manufactures Viton® fluoroelastomer. Because Viton® is an established industry standard, many people incorrectly refer to any and all fluoroelastomers as Viton®. To ensure you’re getting the highest quality fluoroelastomer available, insist on products made only with DuPont Performance Elastomers virgin Viton®. Q. What is FKM? A. FKM is the ASTM designation for the fluoroelastomer category. It is not a mark of quality. Not all FKMs are equivalent, and some may fall short on desired performance. Q. What does the “Made With Genuine Viton®” seal mean? A. It means the part has been manufactured and distributed in accordance with DuPont Performance Elastomers’ guidelines. Only parts made with 100% virgin Viton® as the sole elastomeric component are labeled with this seal. Q. Why does the seal matter? A. It is your guarantee of product integrity. When you use products that
