Choosing a seal material for Nitric Acid, Concentrated to 158?f
The table above rates every common O-ring elastomer for service in Nitric Acid, Concentrated to 158?f on an A–D scale. A is Excellent, B is Good, C is Fair (test before relying on it), and D is Not Recommended. An X indicates insufficient published data.
No common elastomer rates Excellent or Good for Nitric Acid, Concentrated to 158?f at ambient conditions — specialty or PTFE-based seals may be required. These ratings are representative at ambient conditions (~20°C). Compatibility shifts with temperature, concentration, pressure and exposure time, so always validate the material against your real operating envelope before committing to a design.