Neoprene gaskets are made of synthetic rubber and create a long-lasting seal for gaps on machine parts in several industries. Used as an alternative to rubber and latex, these gaskets are similar to Teflon gaskets because neoprene is also an inert substance and can withstand large amounts of chemical flow without breaking down. As a result, neoprene gaskets are commonly used in the automotive industry; particularly in vehicle engines, belts and hoses.
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Timco Rubber Products, Inc.Cleveland, OH 800-969-6242 Timco Rubber provides superior quality, high performance and complete solutions. Their precision manufactured neoprene gaskets and other products has set them apart for more than half a century and it's no wonder customers around the world depend on Timco Rubber as a single point of contact for the widest selection of top products and superior service. You can depend on Timco!
Grumen ManufacturingGurnee, IL 800-473-2297 Grumen Manufacturing continues to emphasize innovative technologies with the most efficient methods of processing. As a result, they can provide you with neoprene gaskets of the highest and most consistent quality. Grumen's staff employs their extensive material knowledge and expertise to bring you the excellent service you deserve. Please check out Grumen's website for more information.
Premier Seals ManufacturingAkron, OH 877-771-6766 Premier Seals has the die cutting capabilities to fabricate the neoprene gaskets that will meet or exceed your expectations. Able to fabricate almost any material, Premier can provide numerous products for a variety of applications- from your most common to your most intricate detailed gasket designs, Premier die cuts to its customer's specifications with the highest quality in mind.
GardicoSeattle, WA 800-537-9663 Precision manufactured neoprene gaskets are just one of many types of products Gardico offers its valued customers. Gardico's many capabilities include die-cutting, assemblies, laminating, application of pressure sensitive adhesive and water jet cutting, with a variety of materials, such as foam fiber, felt cork, plastics, metals, in addition to many other materials. Please call Gardico today.
New England GasketBristol, CT 860-584-2724 With its diversified fabricating capabilities of virtually any type of die cut from a wide variety of materials New England Gasket, Inc. is your capable source for precision made solutions, such as their superior neoprene gaskets. NEG, Inc. will provide custom and prototype parts through to volume production and will work with your engineers to provide you with your specialized requirements.
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Reliant Rubber CompanyWake Forest, NC 800-875-7376 Reliant Rubber Company is a manufacture and supplier of quality die cut, extruded and molded rubber products serving all industries. If you're in need of tiptop neoprene gaskets that meet your specific requirements, let the experts at Reliant Rubber deliver you the solution you need with the customer serve you deserve. At Reliant Rubber, customer satisfaction is the #1 priority.
Hunter Sales CorporationBethel Park, PA 800-879-5308 Hunter Sales Corporation specializes in custom fabrication of elastomeric and non-asbestos materials into gaskets, seals, insulators, cushions and other multi-purpose products. Hunter Sales maintains a large inventory of these materials and serves as distributor for a number of leading brands. Hunter's excellent neoprene gaskets can be yours at a competitive price today- call now!
Arizona Sealing Devices, Inc.Chandler, AZ 480-892-7325 For precision manufactured neoprene gaskets, choose Arizona Sealing Devices, Incorporated. Their full staff of experienced and talented professionals will use state of the art equipment and technology to provide you with a solution that meets your specifications down to the last detail. Call Arizona's friendly representatives today with any questions you may have about our services.
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Oil and gasoline are constantly used to help vehicles run properly, and in order to keep those chemicals from leaking, a flexible, highly durable gasket material is needed, making neoprene ideal for those applications. Neoprene gaskets are also frequently used in the electrical insulation industry because they provide such a strong, dependable seal. They are optimal in low-pressure, low-temperature environments, though they are made to withstand a variety of temperatures, ranging from around -40° to 230° F. Though polyurethane foam and nitrile rubber can be used as gasket material alternatives, neoprene is highly beneficial because it is also waterproof and weather-resistant, which polyurethane and nitrile are not. Neoprene is also the most flexible material out of the three and will not break or tear easily; it is a resilient material and is meant to be stretched and twisted, which makes it ideal for gasket use.
Neoprene, also known as polychloroprene, is the polymerized version of chloroprene. There are two main types of neoprene: closed cell and open cell. With closed cell, which is also known as expanded, the material cells hold gases that block out moisture, dirt and other contaminants. During the manufacturing process, a chemical blowing agent is added, which generates nitrogen gas as it decomposes under heat and pressure. As this happens, the material is placed in the oven to expand. Once it is about two to four inches thick, it is aged and cut into sheets. This type of neoprene works better in terms of actually blocking out the elements, and shows better weather resistance. Open cell neoprene is similar to the closed cell type, but instead the cells are cut open, which exposes the cell surface and allows for more stretch/flexibility. This factor is beneficial when it comes to making the gasket and forming it to adhere to a surface; however, the open cell type is not as durable and will break down more quickly because it absorbs more than the closed cell type. Each type has its advantages, but both make good material for gaskets, which are manufactured by the die-cutting process.