Plastic or rubber washer
Plastic or rubber washers? It is a common question of many who are looking for suitable washers for their needs. Both plastic and rubber washers have their advantages and are often used in various industries, as well as in households. Both types prevent the leakage of water, air, oil, or some other material by sealing the surfaces, so that they do not leave room for leaks and problems that would occur as a consequence. If you are wondering whether it is better to buy plastic or rubber washers, feel free to contact us and share your doubts with us, and we will help you find a solution.
Although many manufacturers often choose plastic washers, the fact is that rubber washers have a number of favorable properties that make them a more suitable material for sealing surfaces in many cases. Rubber washers are rings that adhere or attach to certain surfaces, thus preventing certain materials from leaking out. They can also be placed on machines and equipment that create vibrations, which prevents their transmission to the surrounding surfaces and materials and their consequent damage.
If you are currently in a position to decide whether to choose plastic or rubber washers, you should first consider the purpose for which you will use them. Rubber washers are very long-lasting and durable, and they are also flexible, which makes them very popular and practical. These accessories are very resistant to extremely high and low temperatures, as well as to numerous physical and chemical factors, which is of key importance in certain branches of industry. In addition to all this, they also have the ability to absorb vibrations, so they can be very useful for protecting certain machines. You can even place them on the equipment in your household (for example, on the washing machine) to prevent their damage, as well as damage to the surfaces on which they stand.
Product specifications
- Product form
- Rubber washer at a clamped joint
- Dimensions to confirm
- Inside diameter, outside diameter and uncompressed thickness.
- Contact conditions
- Water, air and lubricating oil: define concentration, temperature and contact time, then check compatibility with the chosen compound.
- Exposure to evaluate
- Heat and cold cycling and oil splash. Validate the selected material under the combined conditions.
- Clamped condition
- Define the assembled gap and compressive load so the washer is not over-compressed.
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