Is the DOWTY Inch Metal-Rubber Gasket, Carbon Steel, NBR, UDB Type suitable for both hydraulic and pneumatic high-pressure systems?

Yes. The DOWTY Inch Metal-Rubber Gasket, Carbon Steel, NBR, UDB Type is suitable for both hydraulic and pneumatic high-pressure systems. Its carbon steel washer provides mechanical strength and resistance to pressure and vibration, while the NBR (nitrile rubber) sealing element offers effective fluid sealing and resilience against leakage. The precision-engineered design ensures a secure, long-lasting seal under extreme operating conditions, reducing maintenance and enhancing system safety, making it a reliable choice for demanding hydraulic and pneumatic applications.

Can the DOWTY Inch Metal-Rubber Gasket, Carbon Steel, NBR, UDB Type withstand chemical exposure from common hydraulic fluids and cleaning agents without degradation?

Based on the provided description, the DOWTY Inch Metal-Rubber Gasket, Carbon Steel, NBR, UDB Type is intended for hydraulic and pneumatic applications and combines a carbon steel washer with an NBR (nitrile rubber) sealing element. NBR is widely used for seals exposed to common hydraulic fluids (mineral-oil-based fluids) and many general-purpose cleaning agents; it offers good resistance to oils, greases and hydraulic fluids and provides robust performance under pressure, vibration and typical operating conditions. The carbon steel washer gives mechanical strength and does not affect chemical compatibility with those fluids in normal environments. However, NBR has limited resistance to certain aggressive chemicals: it can degrade with strong acids/alkalis, ketones, some chlorinated hydrocarbons, and certain aggressive solvents. If cleaning agents contain aggressive solvents (e.g., ketones, chlorinated solvents) or if atypical hydraulic fluids (synthetic esters, phosphate esters, or highly polar fluids) are used, chemical attack and premature degradation of the NBR sealing element are possible. Conclusion: For common mineral-oil-based hydraulic fluids and typical non-aggressive cleaning agents, the DOWTY Inch Metal-Rubber Gasket, Carbon Steel, NBR, UDB Type should perform well without chemical degradation. For exposure to aggressive solvents, strong acids/alkalis, or specialty hydraulic fluids, verify specific chemical compatibility with NBR or consult the manufacturer for recommended materials or alternatives.

Gasket metal-rubber DOWTY inch, steel carbon, NBR, type UDB

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Additional information

Maximum operating temperature [°C]	100
Minimum operating temperature [°C]	-30

Gasket metal-rubber DOWTY, inch, for connections high-pressure. Material: washer – steel carbon, sealing – NBR.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
TI-UDB-02	Gasket Dowty 1/8"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-04	Gasket Dowty 1/4"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-06	Gasket Dowty 3/8"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-08	Gasket Dowty 1/2"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-10	Gasket Dowty 5/8"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-12	Gasket Dowty 3/4"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-16	Gasket Dowty 1"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-20	Gasket Dowty 1.1/4"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-24	Gasket Dowty 1.1/2"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry
TI-UDB-32	Gasket Dowty 2"	-	-	In stock	Enquiry