About EPDM Rubber
EPDM Rubber (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer rubber) is one of the most commonly used synthetic rubbers these days. The properties of EPDM rubber is any material that is produced using petroleum products. Synthetic rubbers are used for various applications and can be molded to make all kinds of products, from tiny spare parts to humongous tires!
Under the ASTM International standards, EPDM is listed as an M-Class rubber. This M-class includes EPDM and all other elastomers that contain the saturated chain of a ubiquitous polymer called polyethylene.
As the name suggests, EPDM rubber is made of three major components – ethylene, propylene, and Diene Monomer.
Hebei Shida Seal Group offers molded EPDM rubber parts for customers from a wide range of markets.
Properties of EPDM Compounds
Hardness Range (Durometer ‘A’): 55 – 85
Tensile Strength (MPa): 7 – 10
Elongation at Break: 300% – 400%
Specific Gravity: 1.3g/cm³
Service temperature (minimum to maximum): -50 degrees Celsius to +150 degrees Celsius
Advantages of Choosing EPDM
There are so many reasons why clients prefer having their components made out of EPDM. Some of the benefits are:
- Excellent insulation properties, making it a perfect choice as sealants and insulators in electrical appliances.
- Excellent vulcanizing properties, making the rubber resilient, tough, elastic, and viscous.
- Excellent abrasion resistance, giving the rubber long life.
- Excellent resistance to oxidation.
- Excellent resistance to ozone damage, making this a perfect choice to use outdoors.
- Excellent ability to manage extreme temperature changes.
- Excellent adhesion to metals and fabrics.
- Excellent tear and abrasion resistance.
- EPDM rubber can also be fire resistant, adding to the safety of your unit.
Applications of EPDM Rubber Parts
There are so many industrial uses due to properties of EPDM rubber, and it has become a common choice for components that would be exposed outdoors to wind, rain, UV rays, and other external factors. Here are some of the uses you should know of.
Building & Construction – EPDM are favorite choices as window gaskets, door seals and expansion joint fillers.
Automotive – In the automotive industry, you can see this polymer being used for body seals, bumpers, and hoses, pedal pads, etc.
Manufacturing industries – Manufacturing industries use various EPDM components like diaphragms, O-Rings, seals, valves, and gaskets.
HVAC – The Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning industry also uses EPDM rubber to make its gaskets, seals, insulation parts or seat rings, hoses and tubing. This material is preferred for its weather-resistance properties.
Other uses – Other than the above industries, EPDM may be used for a variety of other applications, including the following.
- As insulators for electrical wires and applications
- As an elastic element in straps, hangers, tie-downs, and cords
- As solar panel elements to collect heat
- In vibrators and belts to reduce noise
- EPDM granules are mixed with flooring agents to add grip and stability while walking
Conclusion
A mid-range manufacturing company may need thousands of EPDM rubber components to function seamlessly. Each of your processes may need components made of the right type of polymer too. EPDM rubber is definitely a popular choice out there.
EPDM rubber offers many advantages to our clients’ production lines and lasts really long. If your components are to be installed outdoors, EPDM is perfect for the reasons stated above.
Work with Us
Hebei Shida Seal Group is a leading supplier of high-quality EPDM rubber parts, gaskets, seals, and custom EPDM products. We are uniquely qualified to manufacture custom molded rubber parts for your application. Our quality management system is IATF 16949:2016 accredited. We can provide PPAP Level 3 documents for OEM clients.
If you want to contact us about any issue please call (+86)319 8032626 or send us an e-mail. If you would like to submit a proposal for consideration simply submit a quote.