NR RUBBER SHEETS

Natural Rubber (NR) Sheets are versatile and widely used in various industries due to their excellent mechanical properties and resilience. Here’s a detailed specification, classification, and description:

Specification

  1. Material:
    • 100% Natural Rubber (NR)
  2. Properties:
    • Hardness: 35-80 Shore A (commonly available in 40-50 Shore A)
    • Tensile Strength: 15-25 MPa
    • Elongation at Break: 400-800%
    • Specific Gravity: 0.95 – 0.98
    • Compression Set: < 25% (22 hrs @ 70°C)
    • Tear Strength: 20-40 N/mm
  3. Temperature Range:
    • -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)
  4. Thickness:
    • Typically available in thicknesses ranging from 1 mm to 50 mm.
  5. Width and Length:
    • Standard widths: 1 meter, 1.2 meters, 1.5 meters
    • Length: Usually in rolls of 10 meters, 20 meters, or customized as per requirements.
  6. Color:
    • Black is the most common color, but other colors can be available upon request.
  7. Finish:
    • Smooth or fabric finish on one or both sides.

Classification

  1. By Hardness:
    • Soft: 35-45 Shore A
    • Medium: 45-60 Shore A
    • Hard: 60-80 Shore A
  2. By Application:
    • General Purpose: Used in a variety of general applications.
    • Industrial: High-strength and high-resilience sheets for industrial use.
    • Food Grade: Compliant with food safety regulations for use in food processing industries.

Description

  1. Applications:
    • Sealing and Gaskets: Used in seals and gaskets due to its excellent sealing properties.
    • Padding and Cushioning: Ideal for use in pads, strips, and cushioning applications.
    • Abrasion Resistance: Suitable for applications where wear resistance is essential.
    • Shock Absorption: Used in applications requiring high resilience and shock absorption, such as anti-vibration mounts and mats.
    • Weather Resistance: Suitable for outdoor applications due to its good resistance to weather and environmental conditions.
  2. Advantages:
    • High Elasticity: Natural rubber offers excellent elasticity, making it ideal for dynamic applications.
    • Excellent Abrasion Resistance: Good wear resistance, suitable for applications where durability is critical.
    • Good Flexibility at Low Temperatures: Maintains flexibility and resilience in cold environments.
    • Resistance to Impact: Effective in absorbing shocks and impacts.
  3. Limitations:
    • Chemical Resistance: Limited resistance to oils, solvents, and hydrocarbons.
    • Aging: Can degrade over time when exposed to sunlight (UV), ozone, and high temperatures.
    • Flammability: Natural rubber is flammable and should be used with caution in high-temperature environments.
  4. Maintenance and Care:
    • Regularly inspect for signs of wear, cracking, or hardening, especially in harsh environmental conditions.
    • Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and ozone-rich environments to extend the life of the rubber sheets.

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