NORSOK
NORSOK
NORSOK
Originally developed by the At high pressures this gas is We supply a wide range of NORSOK
Norwegian petroleum industry, compressed within the elastomer. approved materials, including
When the systems pressure is reduced formulations within the HNBR, FKM,
the NORSOK M-710 specification or falls quickly, the gas expands within Viton GLT and FFKM materials that
has become an internationally the elastomer. This causes have passed the NORSOK M-710
recognised standard for degradation and blisters which appear requirements.
non-metallic sealing materials. on the surface of the elastomer seal.
Conforming materials afford Oil FEATURES AND BENEFITS
The seal may exhibit • High tensile properties
and Gas companies, in particular, many signs of
explicit assurance of quality, degradation including
• Low compression set
blisters, cracks, voids • Good low temperature properties
performance and durability
or discoloration. • Excellent heat resistance
In today’s Oil and Gas industry, the • Good resistance to aggressive / crude oils
application environments are constantly Figure 1.1 Explosive Decompression (ED / RGD) • Good chemical compatibility
changing with increasing demands to • Long life in aggressive media
improve seal elastomer performance. RGD testing establishes a material’s
resistance to cracking and blistering
To meet the NORSOK M-710 standard, under sudden changes in pressure and
materials must achieve accepted temperature, It conforms to M-710
criteria for both rapid gas providing measurable assurance of
decompression (RGD)/explosive structural resilience and seal integrity in
decompression (ED), and sour gas hostile sub-sea applications.
ageing (H2S). Both are proven
indicators of long-term performance SOUR AND SWEET GAS TESTING
and life expectancy. Sour gas testing (H2S) relates to the
potential degradation over an extended Our range of formulations
RGD TESTING period of time. The tests quantify includes HNBR, Viton B,
RGD is a structural failure caused by gas criteria such as tensile strength,
Viton GLT and FFKM
permeation into the seal material. Gas in hardness, swelling and elongation to
contact with elastomer surfaces can be ensure continuing predictable materials. All have passed
absorbed into the material. performance far beyond the practical the strict NORSOK M-710
life of a particular component. requirements.
V90 AED GLT Black -30°C to +250°C (Static) 90 NORSOK M-710 Approved.
-40°C to +220°C (Dynamic)
V90 AED Type B Black -30°C to +250°C (Static) 90 NORSOK M-710 Approved. Provides low and stable
-15°C to +220°C (Dynamic) compression set at high temperature.
FKM90 LT60 AED Black -60°C to +225°C 90 This compound is suitable for Ultralow temperature
(+250°C for short periods) applications. It has good permeability to hydrocarbons
ethane – propane). NORSOK M-710 Approved (Rev.2
October 2001). NACE TM0187 Tested – Sour Fluid test.
FKM90 LT50 AED Black -50°C to +225°C 90 NORSOK M-710 Approved (Rev.2 October 2001).
(+250°C for short periods)
FFKM8717 Black -10°C to +230°C continuous 90 NACE TM0187 Tested – Sour Fluid test.
(260°C Peak)
FFKM8732 Black -45°C to +250°C continuous 90 High chemical resistance and low temperature
capability. Developed for the Oil & gas Industry. Explosive
decompression resistant, tested to NORSOK M-710.
HNBR90 AED Black -30°C to +150°C 90 NORSOK M-710 Approved.
HNBR90 AED LT Black -55°C to +160°C 90 This peroxide cured compound has 19% ACN content,
with carbon black reinforcement. It provides low
temperature capability and rapid gas decompression
(RGD) resistance. NACE TM0187 Tested – Sour Fluid
test.