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About the Kalrez® Application Guide
A resource to help you choose the best Kalrez® product for your application.

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Application Guide Version 13.0
Upgraded and Improved Version 13.0 Now Available! Expires September 15, 2010.

Enjoy the following Kalrez® Application Guide 13.0 updates:

  • A new product selection section has been added for the Photovoltaic Industry. This section aids the user in selecting the best product for Photovoltaic Industry applications. Suggested products for this industry are: Kalrez® PV8030, Kalrez® PV8050, Kalrez® PV8070 and Kalrez® 9100. The application guide contains data sheets on each of these products.
  • Data on the linear coefficient of thermal expansion is now available on the Kalrez® product datasheets.
  • Information pertaining to searches for o-ring sizes that are available as standard parts, has been updated.
  • In the Half Dovetail Groove section of the Guide, the user is now allowed to input the desired sidewall angle and the program calculates the appropriate groove dimensions.
  • Information on Kalrez® product physical properties, chemical resistance, etc, are continuously updated in order give the user the most up to date technical information.
Overview
The Kalrez® Application Guide (KAG) is divided into three segments, Product Selection, Seal Design, and O-Ring Troubleshooting. Please note: most of the Product Selection section is available on line in the Chemical Resistance Guide
Product Selection
In the Product Selection section, Kalrez® products are rated in a variety of temperatures and chemical media. Specific compounds have been developed to meet the unique needs of the chemical, semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. If you do not participate in one of these industries, most chemicals are found in the chemical processing industry section.
Seal Design
The Seal Design section, is organized to assist users in designing seals for o-rings or choosing o-rings for specific seals. The user has several seals to choose from which cover standard o-ring designs. These seals can be designed for specific o-rings or an o-ring can be selected for a seal of specific dimensions.
O-Ring Troubleshooting
The O-Ring Troubleshooting section includes photos of O-Rings damaged from chemical, thermal, or mechanical attack. By understanding the cause of O-Ring failure, proper selection of an alternative elastomer or seal design can help improve seal life.

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