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Neoprene – Commercial Grade – 50A
Solid neoprene rubber is a valued material that is used in numerous physically and chemically abrasive applications. Neoprene rubber sheets are versatile products that can be used both indoors and outdoors without degrading under UV rays and ozone. Solid neoprene padding has the ability to absorb the force of impact and protect the surface of the subflooring. Furthermore, due to its resistance to moisture, neoprene mats are popularly used for water-based applications without losing its strength. Due to the physical and chemical properties of solid neoprene, they are versatile products that are long-lasting, even in harsh industrial settings.
Closed Cell Rubber – Blend
- Temperature Range: -40 F to +200 F
- Durometer rating of 20-25 Shore C
- Sheets available in size of 39in by 78in
- Ideal for use in shock absorption and gasket related applications
- A versatile blend of closed cell sponge available at affordable rates
Moderate Weather Resistance: This closed cell sponge rubber benefits from the presence of Neoprene material since each sponge sheet is composed of Neoprene and SBR. A characteristic of Neoprene rubber is its good resistance to outdoor weathering effects such as UV rays and ozone. As a result, it is often employed wherever a rubber part is needed for the outdoors. This blended cellular rubber possesses a moderate degree of outdoor weather resistance.
A Durable Sponge Rubber: As a direct benefit from the SBR rubber used to make it, this closed cell sponge rubber possesses a good degree of physical durability. SBR is known for its superior physical strength and resistance to physical abrasions. It is the reason why SBR is so popular for use in vehicle tires, which are expected to endure harsh physical conditions on a daily basis. Although cellular rubber tends to be a softer material overall, especially when compared to its regular solid rubber counterparts, it is still durable enough to handle some moderate level physical abrasions.
What is Solid Neoprene Rubber?
Solid neoprene rubber is a synthetic variation of rubber that is generally used in applications where oil, petroleum, chemical, and weathering-resistance are needed. Neoprene rubber sheets are prized in the industrial industry due to its excellent physical and chemical properties. They can stand up well against moisture, UV, ozone, oxidation, and weathering which allows them to be used outdoors for long periods of time without causing damage to the material. Additionally, neoprene synthetic rubber has a wide operating temperature range of -20 degrees Fahrenheit to 212 degrees Fahrenheit giving them excellent heat-resistance properties. Neoprene rubber sheets also have exceptional impact-absorption properties that allow them to be used for impact-heavy applications, such as floor protecting neoprene padding, or as gaskets and seals for equipment protection. It also retains outstanding tear-resistance and durability; as an elastomer, neoprene synthetic rubber is able to be stretched out to great lengths without breaking. Furthermore, due to the wide range of durometers of 45A to 80A neoprene rubber sheets are available in, it is easy to choose the perfect hardness with the right amount of elasticity and pliability for a specific application. Overall, solid neoprene’s high degree of resistance properties and tear-resistance allows neoprene rubber sheets to be used in physically and chemically abrasive applications.
Is Neoprene Flammable?
Solid neoprene can be flammable due to the chemical compounds, specifically oil-based chemicals, within its composition. For instance, “The monomer 2-chlorobuta-1,3-diene (C4H5Cl) (hereafter referred to as chloroprene) is a volatile, flammable liquid used primarily in the manufacture of polychloroprene (U.S. EPA, 1989, 625024)” (cfpub.epa.gov). Chloroprene is the main chemical compound used in the production of neoprene synthetic rubber, but it is also the main reason why solid neoprene is a flammable material. Due to this, it is possible for solid neoprene to catch fire and melt; however, it can easily be extinguished. Furthermore, it is difficult for neoprene synthetic rubber to catch fire due to the other chemicals used in its production. As a case in point, “The presence of chlorine in the molecular structure causes this elastomer…[to] possess a measure of flame resistance. Principal applications are in products such as wire and cable installation, hoses, belts, springs, flexible mounts, gaskets, and adhesives, where resistance to oil, heat, flame, and abrasions are required” (Britannica.com). Although flammable, solid neoprene is heat-resistant and difficult to catch fire which prevents it from melting and causing hazards in the workplace.
Neoprene – Commercial Grade – 50A
General Purpose Rubber – Black – 60A
- Smooth black finish
- Stocked width of 36”
- A rubber sheet for a variety of applications
- Working temperature range of -10° F to 190° F
- Black rubber roll available in lengths of 25ft or 50ft depending on the thickness of the rubber
SBR Rubber: Our General Purpose Rubber sheets are made using styrene butadiene rubber (SBR). This synthetic elastomer is known for its durability. SBR’s physical qualities are present in this solid rubber sheet. With a durometer rating of 60, it can handle physical abrasions pretty well. This rubber sacrifices some elasticity and pliability, but it is meant more for physical applications that require a moderate degree of strength. In addition, its durability is enhanced by the fact that it is a vulcanized rubber sheets.
Meant for Not So Sensitive Applications: General Purpose Rubber is very adaptable. A sheet of this elastomer can be made into various seals and gaskets that can then be used for a large variety of different applications. This solid rubber material is well suited for use in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The material of this black rubber roll functions very well as bumper and pad material too thanks to their good durability.
Is Neoprene UV Resistant?
Neoprene synthetic rubber is a highly UV-resistant material and will make a beneficial addition to outdoor applications whether it be industrial or residential. UV rays can degrade materials, such as natural rubber, and cause them to lose their strength and flexibility. Neoprene synthetic rubber has excellent resistance to outdoor damaging factors that may deteriorate other materials, such as oxygen and ozone. For instance, “[Neoprene] exhibits good UV stability and has good chemical-resistance to oxygen and ozone” (polymerdatabase.com). Solid neoprene is used to make important industrial parts, such as seals and gaskets, that must be durable enough to resist wear and tear and prevent breakage to ensure that the equipment or machinery functions properly. Neoprene rubber sheets can also be used residentially as weatherstripping for home or vehicle windows. Oxygen speeds up the aging process and increases the rate of oxidation in most natural rubbers which, in turn, will eventually weaken the material. Natural rubber is extremely sensitive to oxygen exposure as “higher oxygen concentration brings about a more rapid oxidation, and…tensile decay is the most evident sign of deterioration of Hevea stocks” (meridian.allenpress.com). Solid neoprene rubber will not be affected by these damaging factors and will remain a reliable and long-lasting material for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Does Neoprene Absorb Water?
Solid neoprene is a highly water-resistant material which makes it extremely difficult for it to absorb water or other liquids. Neoprene rubber sheets are able to resist the permeation of moisture to a certain degree, but it is not 100% resistant. Moisture can still permeate neoprene mats if it is left on the material unattended for extended periods of time; however, it is still extremely difficult for moisture to permeate the material. Oftentimes, polymers are weakened by the swelling caused by the material’s moisture-absorption. In the case of neoprene synthetic rubber, “Although they swell continuously in water and in salt solutions, the rate of swelling seems far too low to account for the weakening observed” (meridian.allenpress.com). Neoprene mats will not be damaged by sea or fresh water making it a popular material used in ocean applications. Its resistance to absorbing moisture makes solid neoprene a reliable material that can be used in applications involving moisture without losing its strength.
Neoprene – Commercial Grade – 80A
Is Neoprene Resistant to Oil?
General Purpose Rubber – Black – 60A
Does Neoprene Degrade Over Time?
Neoprene synthetic rubber, like all other materials, will degrade with enough time, but it is an extremely durable and resilient material that will last for years before showing signs of aging. For most rubbers, “Light, heat, oxygen, and ozone accelerate the chemical degradation of elastomers. This degradation is in the form of chain scission or chemical cross-linking depending on the elastomer” (mtec.or.th). Due to its chemical and physical properties, neoprene padding will resist the effects of wear and tear allowing it to have a longer life in both physically and chemically abrasive environments. Sunlight, oxygen, and ozone are three major factors that contribute to the aging of elastomers. These factors lead to the increase of oxidation which causes the elastomer to soften and lose its strength. Solid neoprene has excellent resistance to the outdoors reducing the rate of degradation and giving it longer life.
What are Solid Neoprene Sheets Used For?
Solid neoprene sheets are often used in industrial settings for impact-absorption, chemically abrasive applications, and applications involving oil. Industrial workplaces are highly abrasive areas that involve many damaging factors, such as chemicals, extreme temperatures, oils, and heavy impacts. Due to their excellent resistance properties, neoprene rubber sheets are popular choices for making industrial seals and gaskets. The main function of a gasket is to act as a protective barrier or padding between two hard objects to prevent them from hitting one another and causing damage. Industrial seals and gaskets are often exposed to damaging factors; however, it is a resilient material that can provide superior cushioning, even in the presence of harsh solvents and temperatures. Neoprene padding can also be placed underneath machinery to protect the floor from abrasions caused by vibrating or shifting equipment. In addition, due to solid neoprene’s high level of impact-absorption, neoprene mats can be laid on the floor to provide cushioning from falling objects. Furthermore, neoprene rubber sheets can protect against oil and chemical damage, giving them longer life in industrial settings.
Neoprene rubber sheets are versatile and resilient products that are ideal for physically and chemically abrasive applications in industrial settings. Solid neoprene excels in impact-absorption and neoprene padding is often used in industrial environments where heavy equipment and machinery are used. Additionally, due to their resistance to outdoor conditions, neoprene mats can also be used outdoors without worry of deterioration or ozone cracking. Furthermore, neoprene rubber sheets are resistant to moisture allowing them to prevent swelling and retain their strength. Solid neoprene sheets are physically and chemically durable and are ideal for abrasive industrial settings.
Neoprene – CG – 60A – 72″ Wide
- Tasks that require flexible materials
- Industrial gasket, bumper, or sealing applications
- Projects that would be better served with wider sheets
- Industrial applications that involve oils, chemicals, ozone
- Applications that involve temperatures between -20° F and 212° F
72” Wide Sheet: This black neoprene sheet is specifically made to be 72” wide. The reason for this is because the standard 36” or 48” wide sheet rolls cannot satisfy the requirements of every application. We make 72” wide sheets of neoprene available so that you do not have to order too many materials for your job. It will help make sure that you have more to work with at a lower cost, minimizing the chances of you being stuck with unused leftover material. A standard roll of 72” wide flexible neoprene is well suited for large-scale industrial applications.
Good Resistance: The oil and chemical resistance of neoprene is in very popular with consumers. Being a synthetic elastomer, it comes with good resistance characteristics against some oils and chemicals. This feature comes in handy for industrial applications that see the presence of abrasive oils and chemicals. As a bumper, pad, or gasket, neoprene is well suited to performing in the presence of such hazards. It also possesses a good level of resistance against ozone.
