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3M™ Dyneon™ Fluoroelastomer FC 2178

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High-viscosity gumstock without incorporated curatives

Used in compression molding

Can be used to increase viscosity and green strength

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Highlights
  • High-viscosity gumstock without incorporated curatives
  • Used in compression molding
  • Can be used to increase viscosity and green strength
  • Amine or bisphenol curable

3M™ Dyneon™ Fluoroelastomer FC 2178 is a high-viscosity copolymer of vinylidene fluoride and hexafluoropropylene with a 65.9% fluorine content. This fluoroelastomer (FKM) is curable with amine or bisphenol-type curing agents, and does not include an incorporated curative.

3M™ Dyneon™ Fluoroelastomer FC 2178 is a raw gum used for increasing viscosity and green strength. This FKM can be used in compression molding, and is amine or bisphenol curable.

Suggested applications
  • O-rings, seals, gaskets and hose for the following markets:
  • Automotive Powertrain
  • Transportation Fuel Systems
  • Lubricant Application
  • Chemical Processing
  • Oil and Gas Exploration

Specifications

Compression Set

10 %

Cure Technology

Raw Gum

Fluorine Content

65.9 %

Industries

Mining, Defense, Rubber and Plastic, CPI/Semicon, Electrical, Transportation, Oil & Gas

Net Weight (Imperial)

55 lb, 1320 lb

Net Weight (Metric)

25 kg, 598.739 kg

Post Cure

24 hr @ 260 °C

Press Cure

7 min @ 177 °C

Product Colour

Translucent Amber

Shelf Life

3 yr

Specific Gravity

1.8

Tensile Strength (Imperial)

2275.0 psi

Tensile Strength (metric)

15.7 MPa

Resources

Safety Data Sheets

Document Number: MSDS_4006789_CA_EN

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