Elastomer Selection

There is a wide range of elastomer choice from which we advise the most suitable for the intended application. Each elastomer type offers specific characteristics appropriate to different operating environments. These may then be supplemented with fillers, anti-degradants, curatives and other ingredients to extend the range of performance in specific areas. To achieve optimum performance in some applications we also work with polymer blends

The areas we consider and advise you on are: Physically resilient rubber, rubber with a high compression set, gas impermeable rubber, impact resistant rubber, abrasion resistant rubber, tear resistant rubber, weather resistant rubber, ozone resistant rubber, acid resistant rubber, alkali resistant rubber, rubber resistant to lubricating oils, petrol resistant rubber, rubber resistant to degreasing and polar organic solvents, rubber resistant to hydraulic fluids and the operating temperature range of the rubber.

We then select from the wide range of elastomers at our disposal: Butyl rubber, EPDM rubber, Neoprene rubber (polychloroprene rubber), Nitrile rubber, PVC/ Nitrile rubber, Natural/ SBR rubber, Silicone rubber, Ethylene acrylic rubber, hypalon rubber (chlorosulphonated polyethylene rubber), Viton and fluoro elastomers and thermoplastic elastomers (TPE's).

WCRP guide you through the options available and manufacture the high quality precision rubber sheets or rubber coated fabrics. We make the most appropriate choices for your requirements.

To discuss the right choice of elastomer for your application contact us now or view the rubber properties table.