O-rings are circular sealing elements with circular cross-sections, and are mainly used in static applications. The sizes are specified by the inside diameter and the cross section diameter. Our O-rings are manufactured according to metric and imperial international standards such as AS 568B, DIN ISO 3601 and JIS. Custom sizes of almost any dimension are possible, such as miniature O-rings, special O-rings with large dimensions and continuously molded and spliced cord. We utilize O-Ring compounds formulated to meet the most stringent industry standards, including FDA, USP, KTW, DVGW, BAM, WRAS (WRC), NSF, Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Aerospace (AMS) and many customer-specific requirements.
An O-ring is a torus, or doughnut-shaped ring, generally molded from an elastomer, although O-rings are also made from PTFE and other thermoplastic materials, as well as metals, both hollow and solid. This handbook, however, deals entirely with elastomeric O-ring. O-rings are used primarily for sealing. The various types of O-ring seals are described in the section called “Scope of O-ring Use.” O-rings are also used as light-duty, mechanical drive belts. More information, including design criteria on O-ring drive belts and their application can be found in the O-Ring Applications Section.
It has been said that O-ring are “the finest static seals ever developed.” Perhaps the prime reason for this is because they are almost human proof. No adjustment or human factor comes into play when O-ring are assembled originally or used in repairs if the gland has been designed and machined properly. O-ring do not require high bolting forces (torque) to seal perfectly. O-ring are versatile and save space and weight. They seal over an exceptionally wide range of pressures, temperatures and tolerances. Once seated, they continue to seal even though some feel that they theoretically should not. In addition, they are economical and easy to use. Therefore, we agree that the O-ring is “the finest static seal ever developed.
Dynamic O-ring sealing applications are considerably more involved than static applications due to the implied motion against the O-ring seal interface. Resistance to fluids must be more carefully scrutinized than in conventional static seal designs since a volumetric increase in the O-ring in excess of approximately 20% may lead to friction and wear difficulties and only a minimum of shrinkage (at most 4%), can be tolerated.
The metal or other surface over which the O-ring will move also becomes critical. It must be hard and wear resistant. It also must be sufficiently smooth so that it will not abrade the rubber, and yet there must be small microfine“pockets” on the moving surfaces to hold lubricant.
The greatest dynamic use of O-rings is in reciprocating hydraulic rod and piston seals. These are discussed first, but many of the ideas expressed are also applicable to other dynamic applications.
Utilizing our inPHorm design software to guide the user through the design and selection of an O-ring and corresponding seal gland. Parker’s inPHorm not only addresses standard O-ring sizes, but allows the user to custom design O-ring glands and seals specifically for their application. To obtain inPHorm download from www.parkerorings.com. If inPHorm is not readily available manual calculations can be performed using the following guidelines.
Cross Section Width: n/a
Inside Diameter: n/a
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -25 °C, -12 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 200 °C, 392 °F
Durometer: 95 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Industry: Oil & Gas, General Industrial
Region of Origin: Europe
Colour: Black
Trade Name: V1238-95, V1238
The Parker Prädifa fluorocarbon rubber V1238-95 is suitable for explosive decompression and oil & gas applications.
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Cross Section Width: n/a
Inside Diameter: n/a
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -20 °C, -4 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 200 °C, 392 °F
Durometer: 85 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Industry: Consumer, General Industrial
Specification Met: BAM
Region of Origin: Europe
Colour: Black
Trade Name: V3664-85, V3664
Special Features:
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Cross Section Width: n/a
Inside Diameter: n/a
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -45 °C, -49 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 200 °C, 392 °F
Durometer: 75 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Industry: Automotive, General Industrial
Region of Origin: Europe
Colour: Black
Trade Name: V835-75, V8935
Special Features:
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For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -15°F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 400 °F
Thermal Application Type: High temperature (260-400) °F
Colour: Black
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: no
Durometer: 75 Shore A
Parker’s Fluorocarbon 75 Durometer O-Ring VA075 has excellent compression set resistance coupled with the wide chemical resistance expected for a Viton type material
Chemical Resistance:
Not Recommended with:
*Custom sizes and coatings/markings are available upon request. Contact Parker O-Ring Division at 859-269-2351 for design and pricing assistance.
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR, XNBR)
Thermal Application Type: Low temperature (<-30°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -40°F
Durometer: 70 Shore A
Maximum Operating Temperature: 225°F
For Fluid Type: Oils
Industry: General
Specifications Met: None, ASTM D2000 2BG720 B14 EA14 EO14 EO34 EF11 EF21
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Black
Parker’s Nitrile rubber (NBR) is the general term for acrylonitrile butadiene copolymer. The acrylonitrile content of nitrile sealing compounds varies considerably (18% to 50%) and influences the physical properties of the finished material. The higher the acrylonitrile content, the better the resistance to oil and fuel. At the same time, elasticity and resistance to compression set is adversely affected. In view of these opposing realities, a compromise is often drawn, and a medium acrylonitrile content selected. NBR has good mechanical properties when compared with other elastomers and high wear resistance. NBR is not resistant to weathering and ozone.
For Fluid Type: Broad range
Industry: None
Maximum Operating Temperature: 400 °F
Thermal Application Type: High temperature (260-400) °F
Minimum Operating Temperature: -15 °F
Colour: Black
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Internally Lubricated: No
Region of Origin: North America
Specifications Met: None
Durometer: 75 Shore A
Parker’s Fluorocarbon 75 Durometer O-Ring VW076 has excellent compression set resistance coupled with the wide chemical resistance expected for a Viton type material
Chemical Resistance:
Not Recommended for
*Custom sizes and coatings/markings are available upon request. Contact Parker O-Ring Division at 859-
269-2351 for design and pricing assistance.
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Polymer Material Options: Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR, XNBR)
Thermal Application Type: Standard (-30°F to 250°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -30 °F
Durometer: 70 Shore A
Maximum Operating Temperature: 250 °F
For Fluid Type: Oils
Industry: Aerospace
Specifications Met: UL, MIL/Aero, UL-Fire, UL-GasAlc, UL-MPSGas, UL-NatGas, UL-FuelOil, UL-HtdFuelOil, UL-Ammonia, ULDryChem, MIL-G-21569B Class I
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Black
Parker’s Nitrile rubber (NBR) is the general term for acrylonitrile butadiene copolymer. The acrylonitrile content of nitrile sealing compounds varies considerably (18% to 50%) and influences the physical properties of the finished material. The higher the acrylonitrile content, the better the resistance to oil and fuel. At the same time, elasticity and resistance to compression set is adversely affected. In view of these opposing realities, a compromise is often drawn, and a medium acrylonitrile content selected. NBR has good mechanical properties when compared with other elastomers and high wear resistance. NBR is not resistant to weathering and ozone.
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Thermal Application Type: High temperature (260°F-400°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -15 °F
Durometer: 75 Shore A
Maximum Operating Temperature: 400 °F For Fluid
Type: Broad range
Industry: General
Specifications Met: None
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Black
Parker’s Fluorocarbon 75 Durometer O-Ring, General Purpose (V1475-75) Fluorocarbon has excellent resistance to high temperatures, ozone, oxygen, mineral oil, synthetic hydraulic fluids, fuels, aromatics and many organic solvents and chemicals. Low temperature resistance is normally not favorable and for static applications is limited to approximately -26°C (-15°F) although certain compounds are suitable down to -46°C (-50°F). Under dynamic conditions, the lowest service temperature is between -15°C and -18°C (5°F and 0°F). Gas permeability is very low and similar to that of butyl rubber. Special FKM compounds exhibit an improved resistance to acids and fuels.
Not compatible with:
*Custom sizes and coatings/markings are available upon request. Contact Parker O-Ring Division at 859-269-2351 for design and pricing assistance.
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR, XNBR)
Thermal Application Type: Standard (-30°F to 250°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -30 °F
Durometer: 70 Shore A
Maximum Operating Temperature: 250 °F
For Fluid Type: Oils
Industry: General
Specifications Met: UL, UL-Fire, UL-ApKer, UL-NatGas, UL-FuelOil, UL-LPGas, UL-DryChem
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Black
Parker’s 70 durometer black nitrile (NBR), N1499-70 is an excellent general purpose material that has good mechanical properties when compared to other elastomers. NBR is not resistant to weathering and ozone. This material can also be offered internally lubricated as N1499-70WAX
Temperature Range: -30°F to 250°F (-34°C to 121°C)
Chemical resistance
Not compatible with:
UL Listed
*Custom sizes and coatings/markings are available upon request. Contact Parker O-Ring Division at 859-269-2351 for design and pricing assistance.
Inside Diameter: 1.45 to 316.87 mm
Cross Section Width: 0.9 to 8 mm
Maximum Operating Temperature: 80 to 110 °C
Durometer: 80 to 95 Shore A
Colour: Green
Industry: General Industrial
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Media: Hydraulic
Polymer Material Options: Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU, Resilon®, Ultrathan®)
Maximum Operating Pressure: 600, 400 bar
Minimum Operating Temperature: -45 to -20 °C
The Parker Prädifa V1 Ultrathan® O-ring is an alternative to conventional rubber elastomer O-rings. Due to the extrusion resistance of the polyurethane compounds, there is no need to use a back-up ring at higher or pulsating pressures. By eliminating the need for back-up rings the required width of the groove is reduced. Due to its high wear resistance, a polyurethane O-ring is also suitable for dynamic pneumatics applications. Very good results have been achieved, for instance, in pneumatic valves for sealing pilot and main control pistons.
Range of Application:
V1 Ultrathan® O-rings are used when the physical properties of other compounds are insufficient.
Mainly for the sealing of cylinders, controls and valves
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Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Trade Name: V0747, V747, V747-75
Minimum Operating Temperature: -13 °F, -25 °C
Maximum Operating Temperature: 392 °F, 200 °C
Durometer: 75 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Industry: General Industrial
Specifications Met: BAM (60°C, 30 bar), ADI-free, AS 528, ISO 3601, BS 1806, BS 4518, JIS B2401, NF T 47-501, SMS 1586
Region of Origin: Europe
Color: Black
Inside Diameter: 0.7 to 996 mm
Cross Section Width: 0.5 to 9.5 mm
The Parker Prädifa fluorocarbon rubber V0747-75 is suitable for a wide range of applications. The gas permeability is very low and similar to butyl rubber.
Special Features:
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Inside Diameter: 0.7 to 2965 mm, 0.028 to 116.732 inch
Cross Section Width: 0.5 to 20 mm, 0.020 to 0.787 inch
Polymer Material Options: Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR, XNBR)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -35 °C, -31 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 100 °C, 212 °F
Durometer: 70 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Industry: Other / Specialist
Specifications Met: DIN EN 549, WL 5.5702, VP 406, NF L17-120, AS 528, ISO 3601, BS 1806, BS 4518, JIS B2401, NF T 47- 501, SMS 1586
Region of Origin: Europe
Colour: Black
Trade Name: N0674, N0674-70, N674
The Parker Prädifa nitrile-butadiene rubber N0674-70 is suitable for a wide range of applications.
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Inside Diameter: 0.7 to 2965 mm, 0.028 to 116,732 inch
Cross Section Width: 0.5 to 20 mm, 0.020 to 0.787 inch
Polymer Material Options: Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPM, EPR, EPDM)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -58 °F, -50 °C
Maximum Operating Temperature: 302 °F, 150 °C
Durometer: 80 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Industry: Other / Specialist
Specifications Met: WL 5.5802, AS 528, ISO 3601, BS 1806, BS 4518, JIS B2401, NF T 47-501, SMS 1586
Region of Origin: Europe
Colour: Black
Trade Name: E0540-60, E540, E0540
The Parker Prädifa ethylene propylene rubber E0540-80 is suitable for a wide range of applications.
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Polymer Material Options: Polychloroprene Rubber (CR, Neoprene)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -35 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 225 °F
Specifications Met: None
Region of Origin: North America
Durometer: 70 Shore A
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Black
Thermal Application Type: Standard (-30°F to 250°F)
For Fluid Type: Refrigerants
Parker’s Polychloroprene was the first synthetic rubber developed commercially and exhibits generally good ozone, aging and chemical resistance. It has good mechanical properties over a wide temperature range.
Not compatible with:
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Thermal Application Type: High temperature (260°F-400°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -15 °F
Durometer: 95 Shore A
Maximum Operating Temperature: 400 °F For Fluid
Type: Broad range
Industry: Oil & Gas
Specifications Met: NORSOK, NORSOK-RGD, API 6A, NACE
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Black
Parker’s Fluorocarbon 95 Durometer O-Ring, (V1238-95) Fluorocarbon offers high pressure extrusion resistance for severe Oil & Gas applications.
Certifications include:
Chemical resistance:
Not compatible with:
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Trade Name: V709, V-90, V90
Thermal Application Type: High temperature (260°F-400°F)
Durometer: 90 Shore A
Minimum Operating Temperature: -15 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 400 °F
For Fluid Type: Oils
Industry: General
Specifications Met: MIL/Aero, AMS7259, AMS-R-83248 Type 1 Class 2, MIL-R-83248C,Type 1 Class II
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Black
Parker’s 90 durometer, general purpose, fluorocarbon O-ring, V0709-90 has excellent resistance to high temperatures, ozone, oxygen, mineral oil, synthetic hydraulic fluids, fuels, aromatics and many organic solvents and chemicals. Low temperature resistance is normally not favorable and for static applications is limited to approximately -26°C (-15°F) although certain compounds are suitable down to -46°C (-50°F). Under dynamic conditions, the lowest service temperature is between -15°C and -18°C (5°F and 0°F). Gas permeability is very low and similar to that of butyl rubber. Special FKM compounds exhibit an improved resistance to acids and fuels.
Not compatible with:
Polymer Material Options: Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPM, EPR, EPDM)
Trade Name: E540
Durometer: 80 Shore A
Minimum Operating Temperature: -70 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 250 °F
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Thermal Application Type: Low temperature (<-30°F)
For Fluid Type: Water / Steam
Industry: General
Specifications Met: None
Colour: Black
Parker’s EPR copolymer ethylene propylene and ethylene-propylenediene rubber (EPDM) terpolymer are particularly useful when sealing phosphate-ester hydraulic fluids and in brake systems that use fluids having a glycol base.
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (HNBR, HSN)
Thermal Application Type: High temperature (260°F-400°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -25 °F
Durometer: 70 Shore A
Maximum Operating Temperature: 300 °F
For Fluid Type: Oils
Industry: General
Specifications Met: None
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Color: Black
Parker’s Hydrogenated nitrile is a synthetic polymer that results from the hydrogenation of nitrile rubber (NBR). Superior mechanical characteristics, particularly high strength, helps reduce extrusion and wear.
Not compatible with:
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Silicone Rubber (VMQ, PVMQ)
Thermal Application Type: Low and high temperature (<-30°F, >250°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -65 °F
Durometer: 70 Shore A
Maximum Operating Temperature: 450 °F
For Fluid Type: General / Other
Industry: Aerospace
Specifications Met: None
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Rust
Parker’s Silicone 70 Durometer O-Ring, General Purpose, Rust (S0604-70 GP) has good ozone and weather resistance as well as good insulating and physiologically neutral properties. However, silicone elastomers as a group, have relatively low tensile strength, poor tear strength and little wear resistance.
Temperature Range: -65°F to 450°F (-54°C to 232°C)
Certifications include:
Chemical resistance:
Not compatible with:
Specifications Met: Food & beverage, FDA, NSF51, NSF61, USPCLASSVI, ISO
Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPM, EPR, EPDM)
Trade Name: E3609, E70, EPDM-70
Thermal Application Type: Low temperature (<-30°F)
Durometer: 70 Shore A
Minimum Operating Temperature: -70 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 250 °F
For Fluid Type: Water / Steam
Industry: Potable water
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Black
Parker’s E3609-70 (EPDM), has cleanliness and steam resistance favored for Life Science and Consumer applications.
Certifications include:
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Inside Diameter: 2.57 to 107.54 mm, 0.101 to 4.234 inch
Cross Section Width: 1 to 5.33 mm, 0.039 to 0.21 inch
Polymer Material Options: Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPM, EPR, EPDM)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -50 °C, -58 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 150 °C, 302 °F
Durometer: 70 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range Industry: Chemical Processing
Specifications Met: AS 528, ISO 3601, BS 1806, BS 4518, JIS B2401, NF T 47-501, SMS 1586
Region of Origin: Europe
Colour: Black
The Parker Prädifa ethylene propylene rubber E8556-70 is suitable for a wide range of applications.
Special features:
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Inside Diameter: 0.029 to 25.94 inch
Width: 0.04 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM, FPM)
Thermal Application Type: High temperature (260°F-400°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -15 °F
Durometer: 75 Shore A
Maximum Operating Temperature: 400 °F For Fluid
Type: Broad range
Industry: General
Specifications Met: None
Region of Origin: North America
Internally Lubricated: No
Colour: Brown
Parker’s Fluorocarbon 75 Durometer O-Ring, General Purpose , Brown (V1476-75) Fluorocarbon has excellent resistance to high temperatures, ozone, oxygen, mineral oil, synthetic hydraulic fluids, fuels, aromatics and many organic solvents and chemicals. Low temperature resistance is normally not favorable and for static applications is limited to approximately -26°C (-15°F) although certain compounds are suitable down to -46°C (-50°F). Under dynamic conditions, the lowest service temperature is between -15°C and -18°C (5°F and 0°F). Gas permeability is very low and similar to that of butyl rubber. Special FKM compounds exhibit an improved resistance to acids and fuels.
Not compatible with:
Inside Diameter: 2.9 to 532.26 mm, 0.114 to 20.955 inch
Cross Section Width: 1.0 to 6.99 mm, 0.039 to 0.275 inch
Polymer Material Options: Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (HNBR, HSN)
Minimum Operating Temperature: -35 °C, -31 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 150 °C, 302 °F
Durometer: 75 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Industry: Other / Specialist
Specifications Met: AS 528, ISO 3601, BS 1806, BS 4518, JIS B2401, NF T 47-501, SMS 1586
Region of Origin: Europe
Colour: Green
The Parker Prädifa hydrogenated nitrile-butadiene rubber N3554-75 is suitable for a wide range of applications.
Special Features:
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Inside Diameter: 0.7 to 2965 mm, 0.028 to 116.732 inch
Cross Section Width: 0.5 to 20 mm, 0.020 to 0.787 inch
Polymer Material Options: Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR, XNBR)
Trade Name: N0552, N0552-90, N552
Minimum Operating Temperature: -35 °C, -31 °F
Maximum Operating Temperature: 100 °C, 212 °F
Durometer: 90 Shore A
For Fluid Type: Broad Range
Industry: Other / Specialist
Specifications Met: DIN EN 549, WL 5.5810, AS 528, ISO 3601, BS 1806, BS 4518, JIS B2401, NF T 47 501, SMS 1586
Region of Origin: Europe
Colour: Black
The Parker Prädifa nitrile-butadiene rubber N0552-90 is suitable for a wide range of applications.
Special Features:
Chemical Resistance to: