Silicone rubber washer
Are you curious about the difference between a silicone rubber washer and a traditional one? Well, as you can probably assume, we are talking about the material used in the manufacturing process of these. Yes, silicone can offer a wide range of benefits, and here are some of them.
First of all, silicone can withstand both low and high temperatures. The range is between -50 and +500°F. Naturally, these items are safely used across several industries because of this property. They can act as spacers but can also reduce vibrations and distribute the load. Obviously, you can also use them in several household scenarios. Due to the fact they are resistant to high temperatures, and therefore, very durable, you can install them anywhere. You can use a silicone rubber washer outside and not worry whether harsh weather elements will destroy it.
Furthermore, these are much better than the traditional metal ones. As already mentioned, they are more durable, but at the same time, they enable you to create a better seal between two parts. Why? Well, this is due to the rubber’s main feature – flexibility. When it comes to metal ones, you may not be able to install them anywhere. Obviously, this is not the case with the silicone ones.
Finally, we have to mention another property of silicone. It is the safest type of rubber, meaning that it doesn’t include any toxic chemicals that can put your health at risk. Due to this reason, these items are frequently used in the food and beverage industry. When it comes to ordering these, you can find some that are of universal size, or you can do a bit of research and find the ones in the exact dimensions you need. Clearly, in some cases, these will ensure a better seal, but in the end, it all comes down to your requirements.
Product specifications
- Product form
- Rubber washer at a clamped joint
- Material
- Silicone. Specify the compound grade for the selected service.
- Application focus
- Food-processing equipment. Size the part against the selected assembly.
- Dimensions to confirm
- Inside diameter, outside diameter and uncompressed thickness.
- Contact conditions
- Food ingredients: define concentration, temperature and contact time, then check compatibility with the chosen compound.
- Exposure to evaluate
- Outdoor weather. 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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