Anybody know which is the best material for 'O' rings - Nitrile or Viton? I need to get some 'O' rings for the oil feed that sits between the cylinder and the head and I also want a couple of spares for the one at the bottom of the bevel tower.
I've tracked down some places that can supply these (here in the US) and I was wondering which is the best to use, also taking into account any problems with disposing of used ones.
Nitrile or Viton?
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Per Garbos
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Hi,
The main difference is that the Viton O-rings are made for much higher temperatures than the Nitrile O-rings.
The Viton goes op to 200 Celcius degrees and the Nitrile will only take approx. 100 degrees.
I have just rebuild my 900 bevel and I have used Viton O-rings.
I think it is the rigth choice, because the oil can be around 130 celcius degrees.
Your supplier should have the catalouge specifications for both types.
Check that.
Best regards Per Garbos
The main difference is that the Viton O-rings are made for much higher temperatures than the Nitrile O-rings.
The Viton goes op to 200 Celcius degrees and the Nitrile will only take approx. 100 degrees.
I have just rebuild my 900 bevel and I have used Viton O-rings.
I think it is the rigth choice, because the oil can be around 130 celcius degrees.
Your supplier should have the catalouge specifications for both types.
Check that.
Best regards Per Garbos
