This o-ring is supplied in black EPDM (EPR) 70 Shore A built to an inside diameter of 38 mm (1.496 in), a cross section of 3 mm (0.118 in), and an outside diameter of 44 mm (1.73 in), catalogued under part number E3X38. It provides a reliable static or dynamic seal by deforming into its gland under assembly load.
As a material, EPDM (EPR) is known for strong performance in outdoor and exposed installations, outstanding weather, ozone and sunlight resistance. Expect good resistance to ketones, brake fluid, and ozone, UV and weathering. Service temperature is rated from -65°F (-53.9°C) through 300°F (148.9°C). Applications involving mineral oil-based lubricants or aromatic hydrocarbons call for a different compound.
Maintenance and OEM teams specify it across outdoor equipment, brake and phosphate ester systems, and potable water applications.
This item is sold individually under part number E3X38. Unit weight is approximately 1.186 g. Check the compound against your process media, pressure and temperature before committing to a design. APG can cross-reference from an existing part number, a drawing or a physical sample if this size is not an exact match.
description 3MM CS X 38MM ID BLACK EPDM 70D
uf_description2 METRIC O-RING
Actual_OD 44 mm (1.73 inch)
Actual_CS 3 mm (0.118 inch)
Actual_ID 38 mm (1.496 inch)
ProductCode Description O-Rings - Metric - Commodity