TST214 is an AS568-214 white PTFE (Teflon) 55 Shore D Back-Up Ring with an inside diameter of 0.984 in (24.99 mm), a cross section of 0.139 in (3.53 mm), and an outside diameter of 1.262 in (32.05 mm). In service, this back-up ring extends o-ring service life by supporting the seal against extrusion under high pressure.
PTFE (Teflon) is specified here for near-universal chemical inertness and one of the lowest coefficients of friction of any solid. Expect good resistance to nearly all industrial chemicals, strong acids and bases, and solvents. Continuous operating temperature is published at -65°F (-53.9°C) to 500°F (260°C). Exposure to molten alkali metals or elemental fluorine at temperature will shorten service life.
Common environments for this compound include food and beverage, aggressive-media pipelines, and laboratory equipment.
Order part number TST214, sold individually. As always, verify media compatibility and operating conditions against the requirements of your specific application. Not finding the exact configuration you need? APG cross-references from prints, samples and competitor part numbers.
Description 2103-214 PTFE S/T BUP FDA
Actual Cross Section 0.139 inch (3.53 mm)
Actual Inside Diameter 0.984 inch (24.99 mm)
Actual Outside Diameter 1.262 inch (32.05 mm)
Measurement System Imperial
Product Category O-Rings - Backup Rings