Neoprene Sponge
Neoprene is a trade name of Dupont for a rubber called Polychloroprene.
In the foamed format it becomes a closed cell sponge rubber, and it has an excellent characteristic for creating a seal or gasket upon the application of a small amount of compression.
Utilised in applications where there is a requirement for resistance to Oil and Temperature.
Availability: Many different densities and hardness’s with Flame Retardant properties are available.
Properties
- Good Heat Resistance
- Temperature range: Generally -20 to + 100°C, but some higher temperature grades are available
- Good sea water, acids/alkalis, fats & grease, oil/ fuel resistance
- Excellent Fire Retardant capabilities. FMVSS302, UL94 HF1, V0, BS 476 Class O
Typical Uses
- Oil Seals
- Automotive
- Weather Stripping
- Vent and Air Conditioning Seals.
- Wet Suits
- Seals & Gaskets
- Equestrian Products
- Medical and Sports Support Bandages
Other grades are available, so please ask us if there is something specific required.
EPDM/NEOPRENE BLENDS
These are copolymers of Neoprene and EPDM closed cell sponge rubbers, which offer the properties of both grades of materials. The blend ratio’s dictate the properties to a certain extent. Such foams are becoming increasingly the predominant grades, replacing both pure Neoprene and EPDM as a good General Purpose grade of sponge rubber.
Used where low resistance to oil and UV/Ozone is necessary but a degree of fuel and oil resistance.
Flame Retardant classification to UL94 HF 1 is available. The foams can be supplied with or without a self adhesive backing and can be cut into coils for sealing tapes.
Should you have a specific requirement or enquiry for these products or any other potential application, please give us a call for a friendly impartial discussion, or simply complete our online web form or email us at: info@intecfoams.co.uk and we will respond immediately.