ETHYL ALCOHOL Tank Chemical Compatibility of common Resins, Fittings, Gaskets and Metals
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ETHYL ALCOHOL
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ETHYL ALCOHOL: Ethyl Alcohol is also known as Ethanol. It is a clear, colorless liquid. Ethanol is rapidly absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract and distributed throughout the body. It has bactericidal activity and is used often as a topical disinfectant. It is widely used as a solvent and preservative in pharmaceutical preparations and serves as the primary ingredient in alcoholic beverages.
FITTINGS: Here is how ETHYL ALCOHOL works with the plastics used
for fittings for double wall storage tanks.
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HDPE:
EXCELLENT
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PVC:
FAIR
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CPVC:
GOOD
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POLYPROPYLENE:
EXCELLENT
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PVDF:
NA
GASKETS: Here is how ETHYL ALCOHOL works with the gasket and O-ring material.
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BUNA-N:
FAIR
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EPDM:
EXCELLENT
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VITON(r):
EXCELLENT
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METAL: Here is how ETHYL ALCOHOL works with the metals used for
fittings and bolts.
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STAINLESS STEEL: 316:
EXCELLENT
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HASTELLOY:
EXCELLENT
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ALUMINUM:
GOOD
WARNING and
LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
This chemical compatibility information has been supplied by
reputable sources to assist you. It should ONLY be
taken as a guide and not as gospel. It is the ultimate
responsibility of the user to verify the appropriateness of
the materials with your particular application. Bear
in mind that other factors including temperature, pressure,
concentration and others can also have an effect on how
equipment will work with your storage situation.
While Bailiff Enterprises works to supply the best
information, we do not warrant (neither express or implied)
that this chemical compatibility is complete or accurate.