Viton™ GF-200S* fluoroelastomer is a 70% fluorine, peroxide-cured fluoroelastomer similar to Viton™ GF-600S, but with a significantly lower gum polymer viscosity of ~25 (ML at 121 °C [250 °F]). Viton™ GF-200S utilizes the latest technology from Chemours, advanced polymer architecture (APA), which includes a novel peroxide cure site along with an optimized molecular weight distribution.
Features
• Excellent fluid resistance to aromatic hydrocarbons and alcohols, including methanol, oils, steam, and acids
• Is ideal for blending with Viton™ GF-600S to reach intermediate viscosity ranges for injection molding
• Improved mold release/mold fouling properties
• Improved mold flow and less shear sensitivity than 65 Mooney Viton™ GF-600S
• Excellent physical properties with high elongation, both original and aged
• Heat, fluids, and low temperature properties comparable to Viton™ GF and GF-600S
• Improved water resistance/lower volume swell in water
• Excellent compression set resistance with either low or no post-cure
Processing
A load factor of >72% for internal mixing of Viton™ GF-200S is suggested. The suggested process aids for Viton™ GF-200S are 0.75 phr of Struktol® HT-290, either alone or in combination with 0.5 phr of PAT-777, or combinations of 0.5 phr Armeen® 18D with carnauba wax or Struktol® WS-280. The use of TMAIC (trimethallyl isocyanurate) is NOT suggested, as it causes poor mold release and high compression set. Viton™ Curative No. 7 (VC-7) is the suggested coagent for all Viton™ GF-200S compounds and is usually used at a 2.5 phr level or lower, unless high modulus is needed. High levels of VC-7 can bleed out and cause molding flaws.