Nitrile rubber gaskets are cut from a synthetic material that provides excellent resistance to most petroleum based fluids, greases and oils. They offer good resistance to abrasion, moderate tensile strength and adequate mechanical properties. Nitrile gaskets are primarily used in sealing applications in the automotive, aeronautical, petrochemical and oil industries. Although nitrile is suitable for use with petrochemicals, it provides poor resistance to ozone and weathering and is not suitable for use with ketones.
