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Elastomer Profiles
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The profiles are often used as reinforcing elements, protection in corner pieces and as sealing elements in machine construction.

What are elastomer profiles?

The elastomer profiles are generally manufactured by extrusion and are used in many industrial applications such as sealing, reinforcement or protection elements. Thanks to their versatility in shapes and materials, they are ideal for use in machinery, structures, corner pieces and flexible joints.

At Epidor, we provide our customers with a wide range of technical profiles manufactured by extrusion, with special focus on silicones, adapting to the most demanding requirements of the industrial sector.

Typical profile applications

  • Sealing of machinery doors and covers
  • Protection of edges and sensitive surfaces
  • Vibration damping and isolation
  • Sliding or retaining guides
  • Sealing elements in metal constructions or panels

Types of profiles available

We offer a wide variety of sections and geometries, both standard and to drawing:

  • Profiles in the form of L, T and U
  • Tubulars y trapezoidal
  • From tabs o sealing lip
  • With rounded edges o triangular sections, square and rectangular
  • Profiles in the form of musical note
  • Profiles spongy o cell phones, adaptable and lightweight

Materials

Acrylonitrile butadiene (NBR)

Synthetic rubber with exceptional behavior against lubricants, which makes it a first choice for seals and O-rings. Limited resistance to weathering and acids.

Most common temperature range from -30 ºC to +110 ºC.

Ethylene propylene diene (EPDM)

Synthetic rubber with good resistance to hot water, steam, ketones and brake fluids, among other products. Good electrical insulator. Strong incompatibility with lubricants, so it is not used as a seal material.

Most common temperature range from -35 ºC to +150 ºC.

Chloroprene (CR)

This material is popularly known as neoprene. It has good resistance to weathering, lubricants and ammonia, among other products. Good resistance to abrasion.

Most common temperature range from -40 ºC to +100 ºC.

Silicone (VMQ)

Methyl vinyl silicone rubber with outstanding thermal resistance and good cold flexibility. Good electrical properties. In general, its chemical resistance is poor. It is usually used in cryogenics.

Most common temperature range from -60 ºC to +250 ºC.

Fluoroelastomer (FPM / FKM)

This material is popularly known as viton. It has good resistance to lubricants, fuels and acids and bases, among other products. Peroxide-cured formulations improve its resistance to incompatible fluids such as alcohols and steam. It is a material widely used as seals and O-rings that stands out for its low permeability to gases.

Most common temperature range from -20 ºC to +210 ºC.

Also available in cellular and spongy versions in CR, NBR, EPDM or VMQ, ideal for applications requiring deformation, compression or light insulation.

Development of customized profiles

At Epidor, we can develop specific technical profiles from drawing or sample, with customized elastomer formulations to meet the customer's chemical, thermal or mechanical requirements. Our technical team advises on the selection of the optimum material and geometry for each application.

Quality control and reliability

We collaborate with reliable suppliers with extensive experience in the sector and we guarantee strict compliance with specifications through controls carried out in our own facilities. quality laboratory.

FAQ's about elastomer profiles

What are the advantages of extrusion over other manufacturing methods?
Extrusion makes it possible to obtain continuous profiles with high dimensional accuracy and a variety of geometries, with competitive costs and the possibility of producing long lengths.
Is it possible to manufacture customized profiles?
Yes, at Epidor we develop customized profiles adapted to the customer's function and environment, either by drawing, sample or specific need.
What materials are best suited for outdoor use?
EPDM and CR offer good weather, ozone and UV resistance. For exposed applications, they are the best choice.
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