今天faucet垫圈的标准材料

1. Nitrile Rubber (NBR / Buna-N) – Most common

• Used in most modern faucets

• Great for hot and cold water

• Good resistance to oils, greases, and everyday household conditions

• Temp range: approx -40°C to 120°C

2. EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) – Best for hot water

• Widely used in cartridges and valve stems

• Excellent resistance to hot water, steam, chemicals, chloramines

• Preferred by many modern manufacturers

• Temp range: -50°C to 150°C

3. Silicone Rubber – Premium applications

• Very soft, seals well even if surfaces are imperfect

• Excellent for high temperature + potable water

• Not great with oils

• Temp range: -60°C to 200°C

4. Viton (FKM) – Used in high-end or chemical-exposed systems

• Rare in typical home faucets

• Very durable, great chemical resistance

• Temp range: -20°C to 200°C