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FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers

FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers

Description

FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers from A&D Polymers represent cutting-edge elastomeric technology engineered to perform under the most challenging industrial conditions. With exceptional resistance to heat, aggressive chemicals, oils, and fuels, these high-performance materials meet the rigorous standards of the automotive, aerospace, and chemical processing industries.

Key Features of FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers

FKM (Fluorocarbon Rubber) is based on vinylidene fluoride polymers, delivering outstanding stability and durability in high-temperature and chemically aggressive environments. ACM (Polyacrylate Rubber), derived from acrylate monomers, offers excellent resistance to hot oils and oxidation, making it highly suitable for applications where long-term material integrity is critical.

A&D Polymers provides multiple grades of FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers, each tailored to specific end-use requirements and processing technologies. Expert technical support ensures optimized performance and process compatibility.

Functional Properties

FKM (Fluorocarbon Rubber)

  • Temperature Resistance:25°C to 250°C (short-term peaks up to 300°C)

  • Chemical Resistance: Excellent resistance to hydrocarbons, oils, fuels, acids, and solvents

  • Weathering & Aging: Exceptional UV, ozone, and environmental durability

  • Mechanical Strength: High tensile strength and low compression set under thermal stress

ACM (Acrylic Rubber)

  • Temperature Range:10°C to 150–170°C

  • Oil Resistance: Outstanding resistance to synthetic and mineral oils at high temperatures

  • Oxidation Resistance: Superior due to a saturated polymer backbone

  • Gas Permeability: Low permeability ideal for automotive sealing applications

Applications of FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers

Automotive Industry

  • Engine and transmission seals

  • Turbocharger O-rings and gaskets

  • Fuel and oil hose linings

Aerospace Sector

  • Hydraulic system seals

  • Fire-resistant hoses

  • Fuel system components

Industrial Equipment

  • High-temperature static gaskets

  • Valve and pump seals

  • Chemical processing gaskets

Oil & Gas Sector

  • Downhole seals

  • Refining and exploration equipment components

Chemical Processing

  • Reactor linings

  • Corrosive fluid system gaskets

Performance Advantages of FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers

  • Extended Service Life: Withstand prolonged high temperatures without performance degradation

  • Operational Reliability: Improved sealing reduces leakage and system failures

  • Chemical Versatility: Compatible with a wide range of aggressive fluids

  • Cost Efficiency: Reduced downtime and maintenance over time

  • Tailored Solutions: Custom formulations available for injection, compression, and extrusion processes

Technical Specifications Comparison

PropertyFKMACM
Operating Temperature25°C to 250°C10°C to 170°C
Chemical ResistanceExcellentVery Good
Compression SetLowModerate
Hardness Range (Shore A)55–9050–80
Tensile StrengthUp to 20 MPaUp to 15 MPa
Elongation at Break150–300%100–250%
Processing MethodsInjection, Compression, ExtrusionInjection, Compression

Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability

A&D Polymers leads in providing FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers that balance high performance with environmental responsibility. Our compounds are engineered for extended durability, which helps reduce environmental waste and improves operational sustainability.

Partner with A&D Polymers

When you choose A&D Polymers, you gain more than a supplier—you gain a partner in innovation. Whether your project involves automotive systems, fuel containment, or industrial sealing, our expertise in FKM & ACM: Advanced Fluoroelastomers ensures that your materials deliver superior results every time.

Contact us to explore available product grades or request custom technical data sheets tailored to your application’s unique needs.