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Title: Elastomer shelf life

Journal Article · · IEEE Trans. Power Electronics; (United States)
OSTI ID:6067163

The shelf life of elastomeric products used in the Nuclear Industry is typically based on military standards (MIL-HDBK-695C (1) or MIL- STD-1523A (2)). Recently, data became available on naturally aged O-rings that were over 30 years old. An evaluation of this data is presented to demonstrate the conservatism of current guidelines.

Research Organization:
Washington Public Power Supply System, Richland, WA (US)
OSTI ID:
6067163
Journal Information:
IEEE Trans. Power Electronics; (United States), Vol. 4:2
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English