EPDM (EPT)APTE 5705 Marine Electrical & Plumbing

By: Colin Langilangi

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TECHNICAL PROPERTIES What is E.P.D.M? Fast growing synthetic rubber having both specialty

and general-purpose applications. Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer

Also called E.P.T or E.P.R Particularly useful when sealing hydraulic fluids on

valves & Floating Flanges They are usually black in color and come as ‘RINGS’ Universal & Economical Product

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TECHNICAL PROPERTIES General Characteristics

Temperatures Ranges from 13°F(-25°C) to 250°F(120°C)

Excellent Abrasion Resistance Good Resistance to Tearing Generally resistant to:

Alcohols, Acidic salts, Alkaline salts, Alkaline solutions, Beverages, Bleach, Inorganic acids (dilute), Neutral salts, Water (cooling, brackish, salt), Hot Water, Steam.

Generally not resistant to: Chlorinated hydrocarbons, hydrocarbon solvents & oils,

petroleum-based oils, turpentine.

APPLICATION EPDM Ring Seal

A LIP sealing ring constitutes the seal between socket and spigot end. The lip sealing ring ensures quick and efficient jointing of the pipe system while providing a tight seal in case of both pressure and vacuum.

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APPLICATION EPDM Door & Window Seals

EPDM rubbers could also be used for door and window seals, due to its ease to compress, hollow shape giving an optical tightness, and very good aging properties.

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TYPES OF JOINTS Reference to AMCO Europe B.V 4 Common Floating Flange Joints

Type SF – 130 Type SF – 105 Type SF – USA Type SF - DF

TYPES OF JOINTS TYPE SF – 130

TYPE SF – 105

TYPE SF – USA

TYPE SF – DF

These are the types of joints that EPDM rubber is used in with Floating Flanges.