What are rubber seals used for?

Rubber seals are used to create a tight, leak-proof barrier between two surfaces. They prevent air, water, dust, or chemicals from passing through joints or connections. Rubber seals are commonly found in machinery, vehicles, pipelines, and a wide range of industrial equipment.

Can rubber seals be customised?

Yes, rubber seals can be custom made to match specific sizes, shapes, and material requirements. Custom seals are often needed when off-the-shelf options don’t fit or when specialised performance is required, such as resistance to high temperatures or aggressive chemicals.

Do rubber seals degrade over time?

Yes, like all materials, rubber seals can degrade due to exposure to heat, UV light, chemicals, or simply age. However, choosing the right type of rubber for your application can significantly extend the seal’s life.

Which industries use rubber seals?

Rubber seals are used across many sectors, including automotive, aerospace, construction, marine, oil and gas, food processing, and general manufacturing. Any application that requires a dependable seal between components will likely rely on rubber seals.

How do I know which type of rubber seal I need?

The right rubber seal depends on several factors, including the environment it will be used in, the type of fluid or pressure involved, and the temperature range. If you’re unsure, it’s best to speak with a supplier or manufacturer who can recommend the most suitable option.

Can I buy rubber seals in bulk?

Absolutely. Rubber seals are available in both small quantities and bulk orders. Whether you need a single prototype or thousands of units, manufacturers and suppliers can accommodate various order sizes.

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Rubber seals are engineered to compress under pressure, forming a secure barrier that prevents air, liquids, dust, or other substances from leaking between two connected surfaces. They play a vital role across multiple sectors such as automotive, construction, aerospace, plumbing, and manufacturing, anywhere a tight, reliable seal is essential to performance and safety.

We supply and manufacture a wide range of rubber seals for customers throughout the UK and internationally. Whether it’s a straightforward profile or a more intricate, custom shape, we can handle both small-scale and large-volume orders. Our pricing model is based on a process called centring out, by subtracting the cost of the centre material from each cut, we reduce waste and lower your costs. This approach gives you access to dependable, high-quality rubber seals at a competitive price.

Renowned throughout the sealing industry for our knowledge in the sector and our team has over 100 years experience of providing sealing solutions. So, if your rubber seal requirement is out of the ordinary, we will work with you to create a custom designed seal suitable for your application by offering advice on polymer type, seal design and method of production.

In addition, we have over 15,000 cutting formes available and two oscillating knife CAD/CAM cutting tables you can be rest assured, delivery will be quick.

Grades of rubber can vary significantly in terms of quality, therefore we only supply rubber manufactured to high standards, from reputable and reliable suppliers which means you get consistent quality.

Below we will explain about the different polymers that we offer and what they are suitable for, as chemical resistance and operating temperature vary depending on the type of rubber.

Types of Rubber Seals .

Click on the links below request data sheets for our various products.

EPDM & Butyl .

Hypalon & Natural .

Acrylonitrile Butadiene/Nitrile.

Polychloroprene/Neoprene.

Silicone.

Viton and FKM.

As with all types of rubber, it is recommended that the polymer type is tested for suitability as grades do vary.
We are happy to advise on any application, but final responsibility lies with the customer.
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Types of Rubber Seals .

EPDM & Butyl .

WRAS Approved EPDM

White Food Quality EPDM Gaskets

EPDM (Commercial)

Butyl Gaskets

Hypalon & Natural .

White Food Quality Natural

Natural Rubber BS1154

Tan Para/Natural Rubber

CSM/Hypalon™ Gaskets

Natural Rubber/SBR Gaskets

Natural Rubber/SBR c/w Insertion Gaskets

Acrylonitrile Butadiene/Nitrile.

Semperit P559 Nitrile

BS2751 Nitrile Gaskets

Nitrile Gaskets

Blue Food Quality Nitrile Gaskets

FDA White Nitrile

FDA Blue Metal Detectable Nitrile

Polychloroprene/Neoprene.

White Food Quality Neoprene Gaskets

Flame Retardant Neoprene – NCB158

Chloroprene /Neoprene Gaskets

BS2752 Neoprene Gaskets

Silicone.

Platinum Cured Silicone Gaskets

Blue Metal Detectable Silicone

60° Sh A Silicone

40° Sh A Silicone Seals

Viton and FKM.

Viton A™ Gaskets

Nomex Re-inforced FKM Gaskets

FKM Gaskets

Beige/Blue FKM

Rubber Seals FAQs.

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