ISOPROPYL ETHER Chemical Compatibility
ISOPROPYL ETHER is also known as Diisopropyl ether. It boils at 156 F. Isoporpyl Ether floats on the surface of water. It produces flammable fumes.
At a glance
Nylon is the most economical tank material for Isopropyl Ether, rated Excellent. Polypropylene is also rated Good or better.
- Excellent No or minor effect. Recommended.
- Good Slight effect. Generally suitable.
- Fair Moderate effect. Limited or conditional use — contact us.
- Not Recommended Severe effect. Do not use.
- No Data Not tested. Contact us before use.
Tank Resins
How Isopropyl Ether works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | SEVERE EFFECT |
| Polypropylene | |
| Nylon | |
| PVDF (Kynar®) | SEVERE EFFECT |
Fittings
How Isopropyl Ether works with the plastics used for tank fittings.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | SEVERE EFFECT |
| PVC | |
| CPVC | |
| Polypropylene | |
| PVDF | SEVERE EFFECT |
Gaskets & O-Rings
How Isopropyl Ether works with gasket and O-ring materials.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buna-N | |
| EPDM | SEVERE EFFECT |
| Viton® | SEVERE EFFECT |