Rubber-Cal’s Buna-N material is an industrial-strength synthetic rubber sheeting with superior resistance to oil and fuel. Buna-N (nitrile), also known as nitrile butadiene rubber, is designed to withstand substances that can easily degrade most natural and synthetic rubber materials, such as oil, grease, and gasoline. Rubber nitrile was created to perform well in industrial, commercial, and automotive applications. Like most synthetic elastomers, NBR rubber was developed in the early 20th century to meet the newly industrialized demands of war. Rubber nitrile met an important need for the military by offering an elastomer sheet with resistance to both natural and synthetic oils and greases. Unlike other types of sheet rubber material, nitrile elastomer contains a high amount of the polymer acrylonitrile, which gives the material a long lifespan even when it is expose to oils, fuels, and grease. It is this polymer and its added benefits that set NBR rubber apart from other elastomers, and have made it a dependable industrial choice for more than 80 years.This sleek black nitrile is extremely durable with a high tensile strength and good abrasion resistance. This oil-resistant rubber sheet has a durometer 60A to give the elastomer sheet a sturdy surface with moderate flexibility. The firm yet pliable nature makes this NBR rubber great for a range of high-stress applications. With a working temperature range from -20 to 180° F, this hard sheet rubber has increased resistance to temperature aging and can easily withstand the repeated heat and friction of industrial machinery. Rubber-Cal’s NBR sheets are actually synthetic rubber compound made up of nitrile, neoprene, and SBR to inherit the strengths of each rubber sheet material. Thanks to this mix, the rubber nitrile has good levels of all-around resistance to oils, chemicals, and abrasions. This versatile rubber nitrile is designed to handle extreme exposure in long-term applications.
Nitrile boasts superior resistance to many natural and synthetic oils, greases, and fuels
60A durometer means the material has a hard surface with moderate flexibility
Great for industrial applications with a temperature range from -20 to 180° F
1/4-in thickness is versatile for a range of possible high-stress applications
Ideal for applications in production, automotive, and food processing industries