Polymer Chemical Resistance Testing

We deliver comprehensive material compatibility analysis through multiple test methods that evaluate all critical aspects of polymer performance. Our testing reveals how your materials will perform throughout their service life. We work with you to design comprehensive test programs that account for all possible variables, including sweet and sour fluid exposure, HPHT environments, thermally accelerated degradation, and coating assessment.  Some of the test methods and properties we use to measure material compatibility include:  

• Mass and volume change analysis 

• Visual inspection for cracking and physical deformation 

• Tensile and compression property testing 

• Hardness testing 

• Immersion testing from days to months 

• High Pressure High Temperature (HPHT) exposure 

• Accelerated aging studies 

We test a broad range of polymer materials used in critical industrial applications, ensuring they withstand aggressive chemical environments. Our expertise spans elastomers, thermoplastics, coatings, seals, and composite materials, helping customers optimize performance and reliability.

Element’s advanced laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art testing facilities, enabling accurate simulation of extreme operating environments. Our capabilities include: 

• HPHT testing systems 

• Immersion chambers for long-term fluid exposure studies 

• Mechanical property analysis tools

Our global network of materials testing labs, offering a range of polymer testing services worldwide. 

We leverage considerable experience in polymer chemical resistance for oilfield applications to help you complete projects on time and within budget while maintaining comprehensive test coverage. Our experts work with you to optimize test programs by identifying critical fluid-material combinations and eliminating unnecessary testing.