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Why Is Silicone Rubber Preferred for High Temperature Environments?
Silicone rubber is preferred for high temperature environments because it can retain useful levels of flexibility, resilience and dimensional stability in conditions where many conventional elastomers may begin to harden, soften or deteriorate. For engineers, manufacturers and procurement teams, temperature resistance is rarely the only consideration. A component may also...
What Are the Key Differences Between Silicone and PVC Tubing?
The key differences between silicone and PVC tubing relate to temperature resistance, flexibility, material composition, chemical compatibility, durability and intended use. Silicone tubing is often selected where flexibility, temperature stability and a clean material profile are important. PVC tubing is commonly chosen for general fluid transfer where cost, transparency and...
What Should You Consider When Choosing Silicone Gasket Thickness?
Choosing the correct silicone gasket thickness requires more than measuring the visible gap between two surfaces. The gasket must compress sufficiently to form a seal, accommodate surface variation and remain stable under the expected load, temperature and operating conditions. A gasket that is too thin may not make consistent contact...
What Causes Silicone Rubber Seals to Fail Prematurely?
Silicone rubber seals can fail prematurely when their material, dimensions or installation do not match the conditions of the application. Common causes include excessive compression, insufficient compression, chemical incompatibility, heat exposure beyond the material’s limits, poor fitting, mechanical damage and irregular maintenance. A seal can also fail because of problems...
How Are Silicone Rubber Seals Tested for Durability?
Silicone rubber seals are tested for durability by measuring how well they retain their shape, flexibility, strength and sealing performance after exposure to compression, temperature changes, repeated movement, weathering and contact with relevant substances. There is no single test that can prove a seal will perform reliably in every application....
What Are the Most Common Applications for Silicone Rubber Sheeting?
Silicone rubber sheeting is used across manufacturing, engineering, food processing, electrical equipment, transport and specialist industrial applications. Its main uses include making gaskets, seals, protective liners, cushioning pads, insulation barriers, flexible covers and fabricated rubber components. The material is often selected because it combines flexibility with resistance to temperature changes,...
What Are Platinum Cured Silicone Tubes Used For?
Platinum cured silicone tubes are used in applications where cleanliness, material consistency, flexibility and reliable fluid transfer are particularly important. They are commonly considered for food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical production, laboratory equipment, medical-related manufacturing, specialist engineering systems and other controlled industrial processes. The term “platinum cured” describes the curing...
How Do Custom Silicone Rubber Products Reduce Maintenance Costs?
Custom silicone rubber products can reduce maintenance costs by fitting an application more accurately, performing more consistently and lasting longer under the intended operating conditions. Rather than adapting machinery or assemblies around an approximate standard component, manufacturers can specify a rubber part that matches the required dimensions, movement, temperature, compression...
How Do Silicone Rubber Strips Help With Weather Sealing?
Silicone rubber strips help with weather sealing by creating a flexible barrier between two surfaces. When the strip is compressed, it fills small gaps and irregularities that might otherwise allow rainwater, draughts, dust or other contaminants to pass through. This makes silicone rubber strips useful across industrial, commercial and specialist...
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