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What type of diaphragm seal fill fluids does Ashcroft offer for high temperatures?

The Syltherm 800 fill fluid (XHA), made by Dow Corning Corporation, Midland, Michigan is

recommended for high temperature applications. Syltherm is a silicone-based fluid and it is

NOT recommended for applications where the process media is a strong oxidizing agent such as

Chlorine, Oxygen, Sulfuric Acid among others. Syltherm can withstand temperatures from 40 °F to 750 °F. Standard Silicone (XCK) can withstand temperatures from -40 °F to 500 °F.