Hydrogenated Nitrile Rubber(HNBR)

Hydrogenated Nitrile Rubber(HNBR)

Hydrogenated Nitrile(HNBR) is a synthetic polymer that is obtained by saturating the double bonds in butadiene segments with hydrogen, and it is also called HSN(HighIy Saturated Nitrile). This special hydrogenation process reduces lots of double bonds in the main chains of NBR polymer, thus HNBR possesses superior heat, and ozone. chemical resistance and mechanical characteristics over standard Nitrile.

Acrylonitrile Content

Same as NBR. there are different levels Of Acrylonitrile (ACN) content in different HNBR polymers. The ACN content can be varied from 17% to 49%. Lower ACN content gives better low-temperature properties but fuels and FY)Iar lubricants. Higher ACN content gives poorer low-temperature properties but improves fuels and polar lubricants resistance. Standard HNBRs typically have 36% ACN content.

Cure system – Peroxide-Cured

HNBRs are usually Peroxide-cured for standard compounds of Ge Mao. It also can be Sulfur-cured to improve flexible properties in dynamic system but will reduce the heat resistance and cause compression set.

Description

Other Common Variations

  • HNBRs are often internally lubricated to improve ease of installation or reduce friction for dynamic applications.
  • HNBRs can be formulated with only “white list” ingredients as specified in 21 .CFR 177.2600 for use in applications where the elastomer will be in contact with food or beverages.
  • HNBRs are usually used in automotive air conditioning systems where R134a refrigerant gas or new refrigerant for environment protection like R401a, R404a, R410a, R507 and R744 is used.
  • HNBRs are also used in automotive shaft systems because of their excellent abrasion resistance.
  • In deeper oil wells, it requires material resistance to heat, crude oil, hydrogen sulfide, steam and explosive decompression etc. Special of HNBR can be available for this application.

Performs Well In…

  • Petroleum-based oils & fuels
  • Aliphatic hydrocarbons
  • Vegetable oils
  • Silicone Oils & greases
  • Ethylene glycol
  • Dilute acids, bases & salt solutions to moderate temperatures
  • Water & steam to 1500c ( 3020F)

Doesn’t Perform Well In…

  • Chlorinated hydrocarbons
  • Ketones
  • Ethers
  • Esters
  • Strong acids

General Information

ASTM D1418 Designation HNBR
ISO/DIN 1629 Designation HNBR or NBM
ASTM D2000 / SAE J 200 Codes CH, DF, DH
Standard Color(s) Black, Green
Hardness Range 50 to 90 Shore A
Relative Cost High

Service Temperatures

Standard Low Temperature -40°C -40°F
Standard High Temperature 150°C 302°F
Special Compound Low Temperature -55°C -67°F
Special Compound High Temperature 165°c 329°F