ACETIC ACID 80% Tank Chemical Compatibility of common Resins, Fittings, Gaskets and Metals
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ACETIC ACID 80%
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Acetic acid, glacial is a clear colorless liquid with a strong odor of vinegar. Flash point 104 F. Density 8.8 lb / gal. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Used to make other chemicals, as a food additive, and in petroleum production. It has a specific gravity of 1.05.
FITTINGS: Here is how ACETIC ACID 80% 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:
FAIR
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POLYPROPYLENE:
GOOD
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PVDF:
FAIR
GASKETS: Here is how ACETIC ACID 80% 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):
GOOD
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METAL: Here is how ACETIC ACID 80% works with the metals used for
fittings and bolts.
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STAINLESS STEEL: 316:
GOOD
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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.