Is the Lid for IBC pallet container with vent, polypropylene compatible with aggressive chemicals and does the EPDM gasket ensure a reliable seal at temperatures up to +80Â°C?

Lid for IBC pallet container with vent, polypropylene offers good chemical resistance typical for polypropylene, making it compatible with many aggressive chemicals; however compatibility depends on the specific chemical, its concentration and temperature.strong oxidizers, some aromatics or chlorinated solvents can attack polypropylene. The lidâs sealing uses an EPDM gasket, which provides reliable sealing across a broad range of fluids and maintains performance within the specified operating range. The stated operating temperature is -10Â°C to +70Â°C, with temporary exposure up to +80Â°C, so the EPDM gasket will ensure a reliable seal up to those limits (including short periods at +80Â°C). For continuous use above +70Â°C or with highly aggressive chemicals, verify compatibility with the chemical manufacturer or perform compatibility testing.

Can the Lid for IBC pallet container with vent, polypropylene be used outdoors long-term without UV degradation affecting the EPDM seal?

The Lid for IBC pallet container with vent, polypropylene can be used outdoors, but long-term UV exposure may degrade both polypropylene and the EPDM seal. Polypropylene resists many chemicals and temperatures listed (-10Â°C to +70Â°C, temporarily to +80Â°C), yet prolonged sunlight (UV) causes polypropylene to become brittle and discolour over time unless UV-stabilized. EPDM has good UV and ozone resistance compared with many elastomers, so the gasket will generally tolerate outdoor UV better than many alternatives; however, heat and continual UV can eventually harden or crack EPDM, shortening seal life. For reliable long-term outdoor use, choose a UV-stabilized polypropylene lid or add UV protection/shading and inspect/replace the EPDM gasket periodically.

Does the Lid for IBC pallet container with vent, polypropylene include a replaceable EPDM gasket for maintenance?

Yes. The Lid for IBC pallet container with vent, polypropylene is supplied with an EPDM gasket (sealing: EPDM). The description specifies the cover is provided with a gasket and the sealing material is EPDM, so the gasket can be replaced for maintenance. Operating temperature range: -10Â°C to +70Â°C (temporarily up to +80Â°C).

Cover for an IBC container IBC with an air vent, polypropylene

Additional information

Material	P – material (plastic)

Cover for an IBC container IBC with an air vent with a thread internal pod air vent BSP. The cover is supplied with a gasket. Material: polypropylene. Sealing: EPDM. Operating temperature: from -10°C to +70°C (momentarily up to +80°C).

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Price	Quantity	Actions	Catalogue
AC-IBF-P150-F200-V	Cover for an IBC container 150 mm (6") with an air vent 2"	-	-	In stock	0 zł		Enquiry
AC-IBF-P150-F200-VX	Cover for an IBC container 150 mm (6") with an air vent 2"	-	-	In stock	0 zł		Enquiry

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Cover for an IBC container IBC with an air vent with a thread internal pod air vent BSP. The cover is supplied with a gasket. Material: polypropylene. Sealing: EPDM. Operating temperature: from -10°C to +70°C (momentarily up to +80°C).