Vamac®
Thriving in a harsh world
Vamac® ethylene acrylic elastomers are specified for a variety of demanding automotive applications, including electric and hybrid vehicle components. It can be formulated to provide excellent resistance to extreme temperatures and fluids.
Typical applications include:
- Powertrain components
- Air management systems
- Seals and gaskets
- Cable insulation and jacketing
- High voltage connector seals
DuPont’s materials science experts collaborate with customers to find new ways Vamac® can improve performance for a wide range of specification targets. This often starts with customized formulations and expands to accommodate customers’ proprietary compounds. We also provide global support with local technical assistance in more than 65 countries.
Advantages
Chemical resistance
Withstands fluids like engine oils, transmission fluids, acidic condensates, urea solutions, coolants, and greases
Temperature toughness
Vamac® tolerates extreme hot and cold environments
Resistant to EV fluids
Offering extended durability to hybrid and electric vehicles
Retains sealing properties under compression.
Seals and maintains resistance to air, chemicals, and oils
Reduced noise, vibration, and harshness
Provides torsional vibration damping for anti-vibration and suspension systems to improve acoustics
Air management
Hoses enable movement and dynamic fatigue resistance
Halogen-free compounds
Minimizes halogen off-gassing in wiring cables for EVs
Low smoke density
Enables low smoke generation
Case studies & related content
Markets
Chemical Category
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer
Technical data sheets (TDS)
Resources
Literature
Standard Grades
Ultra-Family Grades
5000 Series
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