Part number VBU90106 is an AS568-106 black Viton® (FKM) 90 Shore A Back-Up Ring built to an inside diameter of 0.174 in (4.42 mm), a cross section of 0.103 in (2.62 mm), and an outside diameter of 0.38 in (9.65 mm). A back-up ring bridges the extrusion gap so the primary seal holds its shape under load.
Viton® (FKM) is valued for long service life in hot, chemically aggressive environments and the industry benchmark where nitrile reaches its thermal limit. Expect good resistance to engine and transmission fluids, aggressive chemicals, and many acids. Continuous operating temperature is published at -15°F (-26.1°C) to 400°F (204.4°C). Applications involving low-molecular-weight organic acids or ketones and esters call for a different compound.
Typical settings include high-temperature process equipment, oil and gas, and automotive fuel systems.
Stocked as VBU90106 and sold individually. Check the compound against your process media, pressure and temperature before committing to a design. APG supports cross-referencing from drawings, samples and competitor numbers when a listed size is not an exact fit.
Description 8-106 BLACK FKM 90D BACK-UP RING
Actual Cross Section 0.103 inch (2.62 mm)
Actual Inside Diameter 0.174 inch (4.42 mm)
Actual Outside Diameter 0.38 inch (9.65 mm)
Measurement System Imperial
Product Category O-Rings - Backup Rings