Your comprehensive guide to EPDM. Click to find out about properties, densities and applications…
EPDM sponge Rubber is a widely-used material across the world and forms the foundations for many products in our day-to-day lives. From the hose pipe used to water your garden to the material used under your house’s roof tiles, EPDM is a versatile material that has multiple uses across a variety of sectors.
EPDM sponge comes in many forms and has been adapted over the years to fit a variety of different purposes. Each EPDM variation has different chemical properties which produce alternate results. Properties such as temperature range, water absorption, flame resistance and environmental protection can be tested to ensure that the EPDM material is utilised in its appropriate form.
Here at Alanto, we have been supplying industries with EPDM sponge products for over a decade and have extensive knowledge and experience in its uses, properties, densities and applications.
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A simple resource to help you decide which variation of EPDM is best for your chosen application
| Type of EPDM Sponge | Density | Key Properties | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expanded EPDM Sponge Rubber | 70-100 kg/m3 | Anti-ageing Wide temperature range Halogen, CFC and HCFC free | Seals |
| Open cell EPDM sponge Rubber | 70- 110 kg/m3 | Self-extinguishing CFC and HCFC free Temperature range -40 °C to 120°C | Vibration dampening |
| Soft Expanded EPDM/Natural sponge Rubber | 115-115 kg/m3 | Flame resistant Performs in moderate temperatures CFCand HCFC free | Heating and ventilation |
| Expanded EPDM/Natural Sponge Rubber | 270-330 kg/m3 | Water absorption percentage of 1-2% Impermeable to wind and air Electrical resistance | Electrical appliances |
| High Temperature EPDM Sponge Rubber | 55-75 kg/m3 | Self-extinguishing High Ozone resistance with no cracking Temperature range -100°C to 150°C Sulphur and plasticiser free | Fire safety equipment |
| Eco Expanded EPDMSponge Rubber | 100-140 kg/m3 | Flame resistant CFC, halogen HCFC free | Packaging and logistics |
*Please note that this is only a guide. Always seek advice to ensure your EPDM Rubber is fit for its intended purpose.
Alanto Ltd can advise on which EPDM is best suited for each sector.
Click here to find out more details about the technical specifications of the EPDM Rubber that Alanto supply.
