Material Creep vs. Compression Set
Material Creep vs. Compression Set
(OP)
I have an application where I am tryin to seal (static) internal combustion exhaust and I am currently using a 75 durometer FKM component similiar in shape to a compression seal used in plumbing applications. I am worried about creep in this application. My vendor has recommended moving to a 90 durometer FKM, which has a slightly higher compression set than the 75 durometer material.
My questions
- is there a correlation between creep and compression set?
- should I be concerned about creep?
My questions
- is there a correlation between creep and compression set?
- should I be concerned about creep?





RE: Material Creep vs. Compression Set
One other thing: anywhere you have compressed rubber, you have a permanent compression set. You can minimize it with certain materials (like black EPDM vs. Buna N), but it will probably need replaced eventually.
RE: Material Creep vs. Compression Set
I don't think same with your vendor,More hardness of o-ring that means less elasticity you have.
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pairoch@ascthai.com