Neoprene sheet rubber is a general purpose industrial gasket and seal material for use with non-aromatic petroleum oils and greases.
Die cut gaskets and seals are well-known as highly resilient, all-purpose synthetic rubber, Neoprene is one of the industry’s most relied-upon materials.
It performs in a multitude of industrial settings, and its resistance to degradation makes it an essential element in a number of different industries.
Neoprene is one of the most versatile materials in existence and has found a place in virtually countless applications. It features a number of important properties, including:
- Excellent chemical resistance — Neoprene works well while in contact with a full range of chemicals and oils, making it a vital part of applications in even the most challenging industrial conditions.
- Works in any weather or temperature — This synthetic rubber resists degradation in a full range of temperature and other outdoor conditions, maintaining integrity while in the sun, ozone, cold, or inclement weather.
- Maintains its properties in any form — Whether customers need Neoprene in solid sheet, open cell, or closed cell forms, it retains its chemical- and weather-resistant properties.
- Tough and resilient — Some of the properties of Neoprene rubber include excellent abrasion resistance, good tear resistance, excellent resilience, and good-to-excellent adhesion to metals. It features a tensile range of 500 to 3000 psi and a durometer range (Shore A) of 20 to 95.
Please view the table below for more material information.
| Durometer | Tensile Strength | Elongation | Temperature Range | Color | Finish | Available Thicknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 50/60/70 80 | 500 850 500 | 300% 200% 300% | -20°F to 170°F -40°F to 194°F -40°F to 194°F | Black Black Black | Smooth Smooth Smooth | 1/16″ – 1″ 1/16″ – 1″ 1/16″ – 1″ |
The versatility of Neoprene has made it a mainstay for industrial OEM products. These include hoses, gaskets, and a full array of corrosion-resistant coatings. Neoprene is not limited to these capacities, however, and is very important in areas as diverse as electronics accessories, sports, apparel, musical instruments, and more.
CGR: Putting Neoprene to Use for You
At CGR Products, we are well-experienced in working with Neoprene. We maintain a complete variety of die cutting and fabrication services to manufacturer high-quality, precision neoprene gaskets and seals for virtually any application. Our facility is fully ISO certified, and we work with industry-leading suppliers to procure the quality synthetic rubbers you need.
To find out more about Neoprene or to get a quote, contact CGR today.