Rubber gaskets and seals are used in almost every industry. They form barriers between two objects, preventing leaks and contamination. The compressibility of rubber gaskets provides a sealing opportunity between two surfaces. Aero Rubber Company®, Inc. provides quality rubber gaskets for a wide range of applications across a variety of industries, including:
Our sales engineers are well versed with a wide spectrum of industry standards. They’ll work with you to recommend materials that are a good match for your application and industry guidelines.
Buna-N, also called Nitrile rubber, is a popular material option for oil-resistant seals and gaskets. Nitrile rubber provides superior resistance to alkalis, petroleum-based fluids, gasoline, hydraulic fluids, and acids. For this reason, Buna-N is the ideal choice for applications requiring solvent and oil resistance.
This synthetic rubber material, sometimes referred to as “Red Rubber” is popular due to its cost-effectiveness and its inherent benefits for abrasion resistance.
This material is extremely weather-resistant and can withstand UV light, ozone, and long-term sunlight. CSM offers great resistance to acids, most chemicals, oil, and abrasion. It also features low moisture absorption and good dielectric strength. These properties make it ideal for petrochemical, automotive, construction, and industrial applications.
Made from ethylene and propylene, EPDM is a popular choice for outdoor use and water contact applications because of its resistance to UV, ozone, and sunlight exposure. This versatile material is preferred for outdoor applications due to its good weather aging properties, ability to stabilize color, and resistance to harsh weather conditions.
Fluorosilicone has similar attributes to standard Silicone with added resistance to coolants, oils and petroleum-based chemicals. Like Silicone, Fluorosilicone can also withstand extreme (high and low) temperatures. Fluorosilicone is often specified for Aerospace applications.
FKM / Fluoroelastomers are high-performance materials with excellent resistance and high temperature range offering. A variety of FKM Compounds (A Type, B Type, LT, GLT, etc.) are developed for special / specification applications with higher and special chemical and temperature resistance.
Masticated rubber is a manufactured compound from recycled natural and/or synthetic rubbers. Masticated rubber offers superior hardness, durability, and tensile strength as well as high compressive strength and resistance to ozone and weathering. This material is well-suited for industrial applications with low economic targets. Common applications include the transportation industry, including – trucking, railroad, and mining.
This natural material is derived from the milky sap or latex produced by the rubber plant. Natural rubber, or gum rubber, features excellent tensile strength, elongation, abrasion and tear resistance. Natural rubber also features good flexing properties at low temperatures.
Neoprene is an excellent synthetic rubber material with very good / typical properties. Neoprene is extremely versatile and is commonly used in a variety of environments due to its benefits for indoor and outdoor use, resistance to petroleum-based solvents and oils. Neoprene also features good resistance to aging, sunlight, ozone, and other weather elements. Neoprene has a good economic price-point, with options from economy grade to specification grade compounds.
Polyurethane offers high tensile strength and elongation, is abrasion-resistant and extremely tough. Polyurethane can be run in a wide variety of durometer/ hardness from OO scale, A Shore, and D Shore Hardness.
Silicone also offers good tensile strength and elongation properties and excellent color and “gloss” for commercial and color match applications with an extended temperature range for low and high-temperature applications. Specification grade compounds are formulated for temperatures as low as -75°F, to temperatures that exceed 500°F.
Skirtboard is often used in applications that require strength, durability, and wear resistance. Skirtboard is often used in highly abrasive industrial applications, heavy construction, mining, etc.
This is the synthetic version of natural rubber. Synthetic Polyisoprene is often used in place of natural rubber where there may be concerns with allergic reaction to Latex Rubber Proteins. Like Latex Rubber, Synthetic Polyisoprene offers excellent tensile strength, abrasion and tear resistance.
Thermoplastic rubber is a hybrid material with some elastomeric properties, with the added benefits of a plastic material. TPR’s are flexible materials that feature good shock absorption and resistance to ozone and weather. TPR’s can be used where a consistent finish, colors or color match are needed.
This high-performance material features great compression set and permeability as well as resistance to concentrated acids, aggressive fuels, solvents, and oils.
In some instances, your application will require gaskets that can endure high or low temperature conditions. Choosing the correct polymer, grade, and formulation is key to a lasting seal.
Certain elastomers have excellent resistance to either high heat or extreme cold. Sometimes, a material has a high tolerance for both. Those elastomers are ideal for exposure to an extended temperature range. For example, a silicone gasket used in industrial ovens may also work in a freezer or cooler within that facility.
Your sales engineer will discuss rubber compound options with you so you can make an informed decision about which elastomer will best meet your needs.
… your sales engineer will inquire about your application criteria. We will guide you toward the most efficient and cost-effective fabrication method and select the best fit for your application.
Begin your project today and call us at (800) 662-1009 to request a quote. We’ll make sure you get the gaskets and seals you need, delivered on time. Aero Rubber Company is proud to be an ISO 9001:2015 Certified manufacturer.
We look forward to working with you!