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Many different types of applications can call for a rubber part. You may be in the middle of such a project yourself. In case you have an outdoor application that involves a lot of elemental exposure, or an indoor application involving the presence of certain chemicals, neoprene rubber should be seriously considered. Whether you get a neoprene strip or neoprene rolls, the material will have the trademark weather and chemical resistance properties that the elastomer is known for.
A neoprene strip is just one of the many ways this elastomer can come to you from a manufacturer or distributor. Strips of neoprene sheeting rubber can work well for many different applications due to the high functionality and resistant qualities it possesses. A neoprene strip is also a very easy type of neoprene product to physically handle.
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5 Reasons to Use Neoprene Strips and Rolls
Neoprene rolls are yet another end-product option. Rubber rolls can give you the flexibility to cut and shape the product to fit your needs. The benefit of having an actual roll of neoprene sheeting is that it can potentially give you plenty of material to work with. Elastomer materials such as rubber strips and rolls are available in widths from 1-inch to 72-inch wide. If you’re a “do-it-yourself” kind of person, then check out the advantages that a neoprene product has to offer for your project!
UV Resistance – Neoprene rubber is moderately resistant to UV rays, making it suited for outdoor applications. For example, neoprene rolls could work perfectly when cut to custom lengths to fit in the dog house of the backyard for your family pet. In some roofing applications, a neoprene strip can be used in a section thanks to its UV resistance.
Water Proof – The use of a neoprene strip, also called weather stripping or sealing strips, is commonly used when climate and moisture conditions are a concern. The great thing about neoprene rubber is that it is naturally water resistant. As a result, neoprene sheeting will not swell up or lose its form when wet.
Chemical Resistance – A neoprene product is well suited for industrial applications, such as gaskets, hoses, and corrosion-resistant coatings, because it has a high resistance to Hydrogen Gas, Natural Gas, Butanol (primary), Acetic Acids (up to 20%), Ammonium Salts, Mineral Oils, Silicone Oils and Greases, and many more. This feature of chemical resistance helped propel the elastomer into mainstream use.
Flexibility – This rubber offers good elasticity and flexibility, which makes it a practical selection for any project where there might be tight edges, corners, or bends that need to be accommodated. A neoprene strip would work well in many applications where stripping, sound absorption, or insulation is necessary because of it’s ability to “fill in all the gaps” and fit in with the project without needing too much alteration.
Easy to Handle – Neoprene is a very easy elastomer to handle as it is generally light weight and can be easily cut and manipulated to fit your needs. We offer it in soft, medium, and hard durometers that come either pure or blended (soft is pure, medium and hard are blended). Since we offer this product with so many options it is only a matter of deciding which neoprene product best suites the needs for your project. Specifically, a neoprene strip can be even easier to handle than a full 50ft roll.
Neoprene rolls and strips may be one of the easiest and most cost effective decisions you make for your indoor or outdoor project(s). Whether you are trying to weather proof your home or garage for the coming rainy season, building a sound studio, or working on a major construction site, a neoprene strip or roll could give you the exact qualities needed to get the job done. With the five reasons provided above, it should be plenty clear to see how much a neoprene strip can benefit you and your project.
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