This volume provides a comprehensive reference on fluoroelastomer chemistry, processing technology, and applications. It starts with an overview of fluorocarbon elastomers, including descriptions of the nature of fluoroelastomers, properties of various compositions, developmental history, and major uses. The second part provides more details of fluoroelastomer technology, including monomer properties and synthesis, polymerization and production processes, cure systems, and processing methods. The final section covers fluid resistance of various fluoroelastomer families, major applications of fluoroelastomers, and safety and disposal.

From the Preface: “...[T]he aim of this volume is to compile a working knowledge of the chemistry and physics of fluoroelastomers, with descriptions of polymerization and production of polymers, processing and curing into fabricated products, and important applications. Emphasis is on technology currently used commercially, along with some developments likely to become important in the future. The book focuses on providing a reference and a source for learning the basics for those involved in fluoroelastomer production and part fabrication, as well as for end users of fluoroelastomer parts and for students...”

Target Audience: Elastomers engineers, formulators, parts fabricators, materials scientists, and polymer chemists, especially those concerned with the automotive, aerospace, chemical process, and power industries.

Table of Contents:

Fluoroelastomers Overview:

Fundamentals

Fluoroelastomer Composition and Properties

Fluoroelastomers Technology:

Fluoroelastomer Monomers

Production of Fluoroelastomers

Cure Systems for Fluoroelastomers

Processing of Fluoroelastomers

Environmental Resistance and Applications of Fluoroelastomers:

Fluid Resistance of VDF-Containing Fluoroelastomers

Fluid and Heat Resistnace of Perfluoroelastomers

Fluid Rsistance of TPE-Olefin Fluoroelastomers

Fluoroelastomer Applications

Compounds for O-Rings and Molded Goods

Compounds for Auto Fuel Systems

Compounds for Auto Power Train Service

Compounds for Power Plant Service

Other Fluoroelastomer Applications and Processing

Fluoroelastomer Safety and Disposal

Glossary

Index