Description

Nitrile Rubber Foam: Versatile & High-Performance

Nitrile rubber foam, also known as NBR foam, offers a unique blend of properties making it a highly versatile material for a wide range of applications. This closed-cell foam boasts exceptional resilience, durability, and chemical resistance, setting it apart from other foam options.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Superior Chemical Resistance: Nitrile rubber foam exhibits excellent resistance to oils, fuels, lubricants, many chemicals, and solvents. This makes it ideal for applications where exposure to harsh substances is a concern. Specific resistance varies depending on the formulation and the specific chemical.
• Excellent Oil and Fuel Resistance: Unlike many other foam materials, nitrile rubber maintains its integrity and performance even after prolonged exposure to oils and fuels. This is critical for automotive, industrial, and marine applications.
• High Tensile Strength & Tear Resistance: Nitrile rubber foam offers impressive tensile strength and tear resistance, ensuring it can withstand significant stress and strain without easily tearing or breaking.
• Closed-Cell Structure: The closed-cell structure of NBR foam provides excellent resistance to water absorption and permeability, preventing moisture from penetrating the material. This leads to superior durability and longevity.
• Good Compression Set Resistance: It maintains its shape and thickness even under constant compression, making it suitable for applications requiring long-term stability.
• Wide Temperature Range: Nitrile rubber foam can withstand a wide range of temperatures, although the precise range depends on the specific formulation. Consult the technical data sheet for details.
• Good Cushioning and Vibration Dampening: Its inherent flexibility and resilience provide effective cushioning and vibration dampening properties, making it suitable for shock absorption applications.

Applications:

Nitrile rubber foam finds use in diverse industries and applications, including:

• Gaskets and Seals: Its chemical resistance and compressibility make it ideal for sealing applications in various environments.
• Automotive Components: Used in weather stripping, vibration dampening, and other automotive parts requiring oil and fuel resistance.
• Industrial Applications: Suitable for gaskets, seals, protective padding, and other industrial components exposed to harsh conditions.
• Marine Applications: Its resistance to water and chemicals makes it ideal for marine gaskets, seals, and buoyancy aids.
• Medical Devices: In some specific formulations, it can find application in medical devices requiring chemical resistance and biocompatibility (ensure specific biocompatibility certification before medical use).
• Packaging and Protection: Provides cushioning and protection for sensitive equipment and components.

Specifications:

• Density: Available in a range of densities, offering varying levels of firmness and compression resistance. (Specific densities should be listed based on product offering)
• Thickness: Offered in various thicknesses to meet specific application requirements. (Specific thicknesses should be listed based on product offering)
• Color: Typically black, but other colors may be available upon request.
• Hardness: (Shore A hardness should be specified based on product offering)

Note: The specific properties and performance characteristics of nitrile rubber foam can vary depending on the formulation and manufacturing process. Always consult the detailed technical data sheet for specific information relevant to your intended application. Proper selection of NBR foam is crucial for optimal performance. Contact us for assistance in selecting the right grade for your needs.