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The Applications and Benefits of Rubber Sponge
A sheet of rubber sponge, also referred to as rubber foam, is known for its good resistance against environmental conditions and chemicals, making it useful in applications related to weather or sealing. Materials such as a neoprene foam gasket are developed and put into everyday products since this rubber is reliable and durable. With varieties in the nature of these neoprene products—open or closed cell sponge rubber—out there, give customers many choices and advantages.
For applications that deal with weather, ozone, or light chemical contact, a rubber sponge sheet is a good option to consider. Since its invention in the 1930s, neoprene sheet rubber has been employed in a great variety of applications involving general gasketing, electrical insulation, aquatic products, and much more. Here are some benefits to using a rubber sponge, or foam, material in door-sealing functions:
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Thermal insulation: Depending on whether you buy an open or closed cell rubber sponge rubber, foam elastomers can provide good padding (http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/211789/foam-rubber). This insulating feature keeps cold or hot temperatures in while keeping the unwanted thermal condition out. Rubber sponge material is very good at maintaining and regulating the temperature of the air around it. The elastomer has even been utilized for insulation ducting thanks to its ability to insulate. An example of these applications would be refrigerators where sealing is vital. A product made with rubber sponge will not allow heat or moisture to pass through.
Weather and Ozone Resistant: Since rubber sponge material is good for weather sealing, it is only a given main requirement that the elastomer be able to withstand weather or ozone damages. Lucky for us, a neoprene foam gasket provides good resistance to these kinds of threats. The most common environmental hazards are UV rays from the sun, ozone in the air, and moisture in the form of rain or snow. UV rays and ozone tend to cause cracks and discoloration in most other rubbers. For example EPDM rubber foam can be exposed to their elements thanks to its ability to keep its integrity in the sun. Water will not be able to cause any mold damage. In fact, closed cell sponge rubber is often used in aquatic applications because it does not allow water to pass through it. Ultimately, a rubber product is a trustworthy product to use in the outdoors since we know that atmospheric conditions will not affect it in the short-run.
Ability to Endure Everyday Chemicals: One always has to be very careful whenever chemicals are involved in an application. Some chemicals are very damaging to ordinary natural or recycled rubbers. However, a rubber sponge sheet will be able to resist most light general chemicals that come into contact with it. This allows the elastomer to be used in general sealing roles without fear of the foam product failing and deteriorating. Unlike other foams, longevity makes sheet rubber foam a good candidate for lots of sealing and gasket applications.
Great Bounce Back: Closed cell rubber sponge rubber has good compressive strength and is flexible (http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-closed-cell-foam.htm). Since sponge elastomers also have a fairly good resistance in dynamic uses, they are excellent as seals in industrial equipment and machinery. Its durability and flexibility allows this rubber sponge sheets to be used in applications that require a good life cycle from the rubber.
Sound Absorption: Open cell rubber has good sound absorption. Because of its structure, an open cell rubber sheet can provide a customer with good sound dampening. Hence the less expensive, blended, version of this cellular rubber can be used in structural applications.
As you can see, there are many benefits to using a rubber sponge sheet. Whether the material is used as an outdoors neoprene foam gasket for its good ozone and weather resistance, or as an open or closed cell sponge rubber used for indoor sealing, this elastomer gives the customers flexibility. The universality of this rubber reduces the need for multiple variations of materials to be inventoried or specked-out!
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