Sheet Rubber

What are Silicone Pads Used for?

Close Up Texture View of Silicone FDA Grade Rubber Sheet in White

Silicone pads are extremely durable and reliable materials that are often used in industrial settings for heated applications and for applications involving materials intended for human consumption. Silicone protective pads are commonly used to create industrial rubber parts for protective gasketing and sealing applications. Silicone is the ideal material for industrial use due to its excellent thermal stability, environmental resistance, and good tensile strength. Silicone sheeting pads are also versatile indoor/outdoor materials that can be used in both industrial and residential applications. Best of all, these excellent resistance properties of high temperature silicone gasket material help create and maintain a safe and functioning industrial work environment.

Silicone CG Brown – 50A

Close Up Corner Texture View of Silicone Commercial Grade Rubber Mat with Durometer 50A in Brown
Corner View of Three Silicone Rubber Mats in Black with Different Dimensions

Silicone CG Brown – 50A

  • Available in gauges of 1/32″, 1/16″, 1/8″, 1/4″
  • Resistant to certain chemicals such as ammonia gas and sodium sulfate
  • Can be made into custom seals and gaskets
  • Brown color is unique and preferred in industries that require color identification of a sheet good

Survives Extreme Temperatures: Silicone rubber material is prized for being able to operate in temperatures that are well beyond normal. If you need cold or heat resistant products, then this commercial grade silicone is the right material for the job because it can endure temperatures ranging from -103 F to 450 F. Few other elastomers can match silicone when it comes to surviving in harsh temperatures.

50 Durometer Rubber: Durometer is the system of measurement that is use to determine how flexible a particular elastomer is. There are several different durometer ratings, such as 50, 60, 70, and 80. This brown colored silicone rubber sheet has a durometer rating of 50 Shore A. In the overall scale of durometer ratings, 50A is a lower end score that indicates a flexible rubber product. This silicone rubber material favors flexibility over physical durability, which is why it is recommended to use this in applications that do not involve physically demanding conditions.

What are Silicone Pads?

Silicone pads are protective mats or padding that are placed under or in between industrial machinery to protect them from rattling against one another and becoming damaged. Silicone pads are versatile products that can be used in both indoor and outdoor industrial settings. Silicone sheeting pads are available in different durometers, including 40A, 50A, 60A, and 70A durometer ratings, with the material becoming harder as the durometer rating gets higher. The harder the material gets, the stiffer and less pliable the silicone pads will be. Gauge is another factor that also affects the pliability and flexibility of silicone pads. A heat resistant silicone rubber sheet is made up of a unique silicon-to-oxygen bonded polymer backbone structure which gives it enhanced resistance properties against extreme high and low temperatures as well as environmental factors, such as UV rays, ozone, oxygen, and moisture. Its operating temperature range is -103 to +500 degrees Fahrenheit making it an extremely thermally stable material.

Silicone CG Red/Orange – 50A

  • Popular Silicone 50 Shore A
  • Resistant to UV rays and ozone
  • Exhibits a moderate level of chemical resistance
  • Available for custom fabrication into seals and gaskets
  • Rolls available in either 25ft or 50ft lengths depending on thickness
  • This red silicone sheet rubber is available in a wide variety of thicknesses

High Temperature Sheet Material: This would not be a proper silicone sheet rubber if it were not able to endure harsh temperature conditions. You can expose this red silicone material to temperatures that reach as high as 450 F. At the same time, it is also able to operate in extremely cold temperatures, with a specific minimum temperature limit of -103 F.

50 Durometer Rubber: In order to help people determine how hard and physically durable an elastomer is against physical indentation, sheet rubber is often accompanied by a durometer rating. The higher the rating, the more resistant the body of the rubber will be against physically demanding objects. As this rating goes lower, the rubber becomes more flexible and pliable. A durometer rating of Silicone 50 shore indicates that the rubber is not that hard and is more pliable in nature. That is why we recommend this silicone 50 shore for commercial grade applications where physical properties are not crucial to have.

Are Silicone Pads Safe?

Silicone pads are safe due to their excellent resistance properties that make them resilient and long-lasting materials for industrial applications. FDA grade silicone protective pads are also safe for used around materials intended for human consumption. These silicone pads are often used to create industrial rubber parts, such as seals and gaskets, and are often used around chemicals, moisture, and materials dealing with extreme temperatures. A heat resistant silicone rubber sheet is safe due to its excellent resistance properties that allow it to provide long-lasting and reliable applications in abrasive conditions where even other synthetic rubbers cannot withstand. For instance, silicone sheeting pads are often used “when excellent resistance to chemicals, oxygen, weathering and/or flexibility at (very) low temperatures is required” (polymerdatabase.com). A failed industrial rubber part can be extremely dangerous, especially when working with high temperatures and caustic chemicals. For example, industrial machinery can emit heat that can melt most rubber materials and the failure of rubber industrial parts can create hazards in the workplace.

Silicone CG Blue – 50A

Corner View of Two Silicone Rubber Mats in Blue with Different Dimensions
Close Up Corner View of Silicone Commercial Grade Rubber Mat with Durometer 50A in Blue

Silicone CG Blue – 50A

  • Excellent fungus resistance
  • Can be exposed to UV and ozone
  • Commercial grade silicone sheet with a smooth texture
  • Custom fabrication into seals and gaskets available upon request
  • Blue colored silicone is not a common color sheet good and can serve to identify parts based on their material makeup

Low Durometer Silicone: With a durometer rating of 50 Shore A, this silicone elastomer favors physical flexibility over durability. It is meant to be used in applications that call for more pliability from the rubber parts used in them. Thanks to the low durometer rating, this commercial grade silicone is easier to cut, manipulate, and fabricate than those of a higher durometer.

Chemical Resistance: In addition to being able to resist extreme temperature conditions, this silicone sheet material has a moderate degree of chemical resistance. This feature comes in handy in case this elastomer is being used in a laboratory setting or other areas with the presence of chemicals. Some examples of the chemicals that this low durometer silicone can endure are solutions of ammonia gas, acetic acid, vinegar, sodium sulfate, and more.

What are Silicone Pads Used for?

Silicone pads are often used to create industrial gaskets and seals due to their excellent thermal stability and excellent environmental resistance properties. High temperature silicone gasket and seal material is the ideal material for industrial use due to its high temperature resistance range and excellent tensile strength. Industrial applications can expose these products to extreme heat and chemicals that can lead to dangerous failures in the workplace. Due to its thermal stability, heat resistant silicone rubber sheet is often used in heated applications that may be too hot for most rubber variations. For instance, silicone pads can withstand temperatures as high as +500 degrees Fahrenheit and temperatures as low as -103 degrees Fahrenheit. A heat resistant silicone rubber sheet will not melt or become deformed when exposed to heat and will also remain a solid material until it ignites. In extremely low temperatures, silicone pads will remain flexible and resist the effects of embrittlement that causes rubber to harden and crack with time.

Silicone Gaskets

High temperature silicone gasket material is the ideal material for industrial use as they will not deteriorate when exposed to high temperatures and other factors in industrial environments, such as heat, caustic chemicals, and impacts. A gasket it a protective pad that is placed between two shifting objects to keep them from clashing against one another and cause damage. Silicone pads are offered in a range of durometers, including 40A, 50A, 60A, and 70A, with the material getting harder as the durometer rating gets higher. They are also offered in different gauges which also contributes to the material’s flexibility and pliability. In addition, a high temperature silicone gasket is highly beneficial in these settings as industrial applications can often expose gaskets to high temperatures. Silicone rubber’s excellent thermal stability allows silicone gaskets to provide a reliable and protective applications in industrial settings.

Silicone CG Gray – 50A

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Silicone Gray Corner Close Up

Silicone CG Gray – 50A

  • Demonstrates an excellent resistance to fungus
  • Can be used outdoors thanks to UV and Ozone resistance
  • Silicone sheet material is popular for use in laboratory settings
  • Rolls come with a slight color variation that goes from lighter to darker gray

Material for Seals and Gaskets: Sheet rubber is regularly used to make different types of seals and gaskets for a variety of uses. This silicone (50 durometer) is available for custom fabrication if needed. Due to it’s lower durometer rating, this silicone sheet material is easier to cut. Fabrication options are available in hand cutting, die cutting, laser cutting, or water-jet cutting. We encourage you to send us a drawing, or blueprint so that we may be able to quoite the exact seal or gasket that you need.

Low Durometer Rubber: Durometer is the unit of measurement that is used to determine how flexible and resistant to physical indentation a particular rubber is. The higher the rating, the more physically durable the material will be. Since this commercial grade silicone rubber has a durometer of 50 Shore A, it is more on the flexible side. Silicone 50 durometer is the most popular of all silicones, due to its economical cost and availability in short lengths.

Silicone Seals

A heat resistant silicone rubber sheet will offer a reliable and long-lasting application in industrial settings where they may be exposed to extreme heat. Silicone sheeting pads are the ideal materials for creating industrial seals due to its elasticity as well as its resistance to heat and chemicals. A heat resistant silicone rubber sheet is the ideal material for creating industrial seals due to its elasticity as well as its resistance to heat and chemicals. Industrial seals are generally “used to prevent leakage, hold pressure, and deflect contamination at interfaces between components” (fastenerengineering.com). Some materials in industrial settings, such as liquids and chemicals, can be heated to abrasively high temperatures making it important to use materials that are able to withstand heat. Silicone is an extremely thermally stable material up to +500 degrees will not melt and will be able to provide a tight seal. In addition, silicone pads are available in different gauges and durometers which allows you to achieve a tighter seal with softer durometers.

Silicone protective pads are heat resistant and environmentally resistant materials that are popularly used to create industrial rubber parts, such as gaskets and seals. Not only is high temperature silicone gasket material resistant to temperatures as high as +500 degrees Fahrenheit, but it is also resistant to temperatures as low as -103 degrees Fahrenheit. Silicone sheeting pads are also versatile materials, being able to resist degradation caused by damaging environmental factors, including UV rays, ozone, oxygen, and moisture. A heat resistant silicone rubber sheet will remain functional in both extreme high and low temperatures and in indoor and outdoor settings. Overall, silicone pads are resilient and durable materials that are used to create industrial rubber parts.