NBR (Nitrile) O-rings
-30 °C to 100 °C
NBR (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber) is the most widespread elastomer for O-rings. Excellent resistance to mineral oils, fuels, and hydraulic fluids. An economical choice for most standard applications.
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O-ring 41×2.5 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 41 × 2.5 mm · OD 46 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-41x2-5
€0.50excl. VAT
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O-ring 41×3 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 41 × 3 mm · OD 47 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-41x3
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O-ring 42.2×3 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42.2 × 3 mm · OD 48.2 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42-2x3
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O-ring 42.52×2.62 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42.52 × 2.62 mm · OD 47.76 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42-52x2-62
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O-ring 42.86×3.53 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42.86 × 3.53 mm · OD 49.92 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42-86x3-53
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O-ring 42×1.5 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42 × 1.5 mm · OD 45 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42x1-5
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O-ring 42×2.5 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42 × 2.5 mm · OD 47 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42x2-5
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O-ring 42×3.5 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42 × 3.5 mm · OD 49 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42x3-5
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O-ring 42×3 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42 × 3 mm · OD 48 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42x3
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O-ring 42×4 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42 × 4 mm · OD 50 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42x4
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O-ring 42×5 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 42 × 5 mm · OD 52 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-42x5
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O-ring 43×2 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 43 × 2 mm · OD 47 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-43x2
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O-ring 43×3 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 43 × 3 mm · OD 49 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-43x3
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O-ring 43×4 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 43 × 4 mm · OD 51 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-43x4
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O-ring 44.04×3.53 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44.04 × 3.53 mm · OD 51.1 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44-04x3-53
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O-ring 44.12×2.62 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44.12 × 2.62 mm · OD 49.36 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44-12x2-62
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O-ring 44.17×1.78 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44.17 × 1.78 mm · OD 47.73 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44-17x1-78
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O-ring 44.2×3 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44.2 × 3 mm · OD 50.2 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44-2x3
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O-ring 44.2×5.7 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44.2 × 5.7 mm · OD 55.6 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44-2x5-7
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O-ring 44×2.5 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44 × 2.5 mm · OD 49 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44x2-5
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O-ring 44×2 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44 × 2 mm · OD 48 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44x2
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O-ring 44×3 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44 × 3 mm · OD 50 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44x3
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O-ring 44×4.5 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44 × 4.5 mm · OD 53 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44x4-5
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O-ring 44×4 NBR 90 Shore A
- Dimensions
- 44 × 4 mm · OD 52 mm
- Material
- NBR · 90 ShA
Product code OR-NBR90-44x4
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Temperature and chemical compatibility
Temperature and chemical compatibility
Temperature range: -30 °C to +100 °C (short-term up to +120 °C).
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Typical applications: hydraulic cylinders, pneumatic systems, pumps, gearboxes, fuel pumps, automotive industry, general engineering.
NBR (Nitrile)
Each elastomer has different mechanical and chemical properties.
NBR (Nitrile) — properties and applications
NBR (nitrile rubber) is the most widely used and most affordable material for O-rings — for most engineering operations it is the standard first choice, with a reference price of 1×. It works in a temperature range of −30 to +100 °C (briefly up to +120 °C) and its typical hardness is 70 ShA, which makes it a universal sealing element for ordinary conditions. It's a reliable workhorse that covers the vast majority of standard seals without any needless overpaying.
NBR shows its strength with petroleum-based substances: it has excellent resistance to mineral oils, hydraulic fluids and fuels (petrol, diesel), and it copes well with water and air too. This is precisely why NBR O-rings are the go-to choice in hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel and oil systems, and general engineering. Its properties depend on the acrylonitrile (ACN) content: a higher proportion improves oil resistance, while a lower one improves flexibility at low temperatures — so for a specific application we select a tailored compound.
It does, however, have clear limits. Don't use NBR for steam and hot water, glycol-based brake fluids (DOT 3/4), ester and synthetic oils, polar solvents, or strong acids and bases. Watch out for ozone, UV and weathering too: in direct sunlight NBR ages and cracks, so it isn't ideal for a permanently outdoor environment. These limitations determine the service life of the seal — with an aggressive medium, don't experiment; choose a more suitable material instead.
Compared with the other materials, NBR is clearly the best price-to-performance ratio for oil and fuel applications at moderate temperatures. When you need a higher temperature or better wear resistance, step up to HNBR; when aggressive chemistry or high heat come into play, to FKM (Viton®); for water and steam, to EPDM. The conclusion is simple: if you're sealing mineral oil, hydraulics or fuel in the −30 to +100 °C range and want a proven O-ring at the best price, reach for NBR — and save the other materials for the cases where NBR runs up against its limits.
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O-ring material comparison
Indicative values for a quick comparison. Temperature ranges are conservative (continuous service); for a specific medium always verify compatibility or consult a technician.
| Material | Temperature range | Mineral oil | Water | Acid | Fuel | Hardness (Sh A) | Relative price (vs NBR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBR — your selection | -30 – 100 °C | Excellent | Limited | Avoid | Excellent | 70 Sh A | 1.0× |
| HNBR | -30 – 150 °C | Excellent | Limited | Avoid | Excellent | 75 Sh A | 3.0× |
| FKM | -20 – 200 °C | Excellent | Limited | Excellent | Excellent | 75 Sh A | 5.0× |
| FFKM | -20 – 260 °C | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | 75 Sh A | 50.0× |
| EPDM | -40 – 130 °C | Unsafe | Excellent | Excellent | Unsafe | 70 Sh A | 1.2× |
| VMQ | -60 – 200 °C | Avoid | Excellent | Avoid | Avoid | 70 Sh A | 3.5× |
| PU | -40 – 80 °C | Excellent | Limited | Avoid | Limited | 90 Sh A | 2.0× |