Oil and Petroleum Resistant Sheet Goods for Industrial Applications. Robert Morris 03/20/05 Rubber-Cal Inc. For padding and gasketing applications where petroleum exposure is anticipated, it is important to choose the right type of rubber. For applications where only occasional oil exposure is anticipated, Neoprene is usually suitable. This material exhibits moderate petroleum resistance, and is generally used in commercial applications where this resistance may or may not be a factor. For heavier or more consistent petroleum exposure, Nitrile (also known as Buna-N) should be used. This compound shows excellent oil and chemical resistance, and is thus used more commonly in heavier industrial settings. Excepting chemical resistance, Neoprene and Nitrile exhibit similar characteristics (i.e. durometer, temperature range). Since Nitrile is a more expensive product, Neoprene is usually chosen when the broader oil and chemical resistance of Nitrile are not necessary. On the other hand, for applications where oil and chemical exposure are expected, Nitrile will provide significantly improved function and life span. Therefore, choosing the right rubber product for your application requires a clear picture of the characteristics and environmental hazards which should be expected (i.e. temperature range, chemical exposure. Robert Morris Email: robert@rubbercal.com |
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Oil and Petroleum Resistant Sheet Goods for Industrial Applications. Robert Morris 03/20/05 Rubber-Cal Inc. For padding and gasketing applications where petroleum exposure is anticipated, it is important to choose the right type of rubber. For applications where only occasional oil exposure is anticipated, Neoprene is usually suitable. This material exhibits moderate petroleum resistance, and is generally used in commercial applications where this resistance may or may not be a factor. For heavier or more consistent petroleum exposure, Nitrile (also known as Buna-N) should be used. This compound shows excellent oil and chemical resistance, and is thus used more commonly in heavier industrial settings. Excepting chemical resistance, Neoprene and Nitrile exhibit similar characteristics (i.e. durometer, temperature range). Since Nitrile is a more expensive product, Neoprene is usually chosen when the broader oil and chemical resistance of Nitrile are not necessary. On the other hand, for applications where oil and chemical exposure are expected, Nitrile will provide significantly improved function and life span. Therefore, choosing the right rubber product for your application requires a clear picture of the characteristics and environmental hazards which should be expected (i.e. temperature range, chemical exposure. Robert Morris Email: robert@rubbercal.com |
