Nitrile rubber is best suited for applications where resistance to oil, fuel and chemicals is required. NBR is commonly used for industrial and automotive applications, in products such as fuel and oil handling hoses, seals, grommets, hydraulic hoses, and o-rings
DESCRIPTION AND PROPERTIES TABLE
MATERIAL NAME(S) | Nitrile/Buna N |
MATERIAL CODES | ASTM D1418: NBR ASTM D2000: BF, BG, BK, CH |
SERVICE TEMPERATURE RANGE | -40F to 250F |
RECOMMENDED USAGE | Oil, petroleum and high wear |
NON RECOMMENDED USAGE | Ozone, tear, ketones and ester |
DUROMETER RANGE | 30-95 Shore A |
MOST COMMON APPLICATION | Industrial and automotive, in products such as fuel and oil handling hoses, seals grommets, hydraulic hoses, and o-rings. |