🍎 FDA Food Safety Certified: Our VMQ silicone O-rings are manufactured from FDA-compliant materials, making them safe for direct food contact applications. Non-toxic, odorless, and tasteless - perfect for food, beverage, and medical applications.
🔥 Extreme Temperature Performance: Withstand temperatures from -22°F (-30°C) to 392°F (200°C). These high-temperature O-rings maintain flexibility and sealing integrity across extreme conditions, from freezer applications to boiling water and sterilization cycles.
🍎 FDA Food Safe
Certified for direct food contact applications, non-toxic, odorless, and tasteless.
🔥 Extreme Temperature Range
Performs reliably from -30°C to +200°C, suitable for freezing and high-heat applications.
💧 Water & Beverage Safe
Perfect for drinking water systems, coffee machines, beverage dispensers, and food processing.
👁️ Clear Visual Inspection
Transparent material allows easy inspection for cleanliness and proper installation.
What makes VMQ silicone O-rings different from regular silicone? 🧪
VMQ (Vinyl Methyl Silicone) is a specific high-purity formulation of silicone rubber designed for food-grade and medical applications. Unlike general-purpose silicone, VMQ has tighter control over additives and contaminants, ensuring FDA compliance. It offers superior temperature resistance (-30°C to +200°C) and maintains better physical properties across this wide range.
Are these silicone O-rings safe for dishwasher and autoclave use? ♨️
Absolutely! With a maximum temperature rating of 200°C (392°F), our VMQ silicone O-rings can withstand dishwasher cycles, autoclave sterilization, and other high-temperature sanitization processes. They maintain their sealing properties and physical integrity through repeated high-temperature exposure, making them ideal for applications requiring regular cleaning and sterilization.
How do I calculate the Outer Diameter (OD) from the Inner Diameter (ID)? 📏
For 2mm cross-section O-rings, use this simple formula: OD = ID + (2 × Cross Section). Since the cross-section is 2mm, OD = ID + 4mm. For example, a 60mm ID O-ring would have a 64mm OD. Our product range of 58mm to 86mm ID corresponds to 62mm to 90mm OD.
Can these be used with drinking water and beverages? 🚰
Yes, completely safe! Our food-grade silicone O-rings are FDA-compliant for direct food and beverage contact. They are non-toxic, odorless, and won't impart any taste to water or drinks. Perfect for water filters, beverage dispensers, coffee machines, beer brewing equipment, and all potable water applications.
What's the shelf life of these silicone O-rings? 📅
Properly stored VMQ silicone O-rings typically have a shelf life of 10+ years. For optimal longevity, store in original packaging away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, ozone sources, and chemicals. Unlike some rubber materials, silicone doesn't harden or become brittle with age when stored correctly, maintaining its flexibility and sealing properties.
