Rubber-Cal’s Buna-N sheet rubber is an industrial-strength rubber sheeting that has excellent oil resistance. Substances such as oil, grease, and gasoline can easily degrade most natural and synthetic elastomers, but Buna-N material is designed to withstand. Also known as nitrile butadiene rubber, NBR elastomer was created to perform well in industrial, commercial, and automotive applications. Most synthetic rubbers were developed in the early 20th century to meet the newly industrialized demands of war, and rubber NBR is no exception. Nitrile rubber 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 synthetic rubber, nitrile material contains a high amount of the polymer acrylonitrile, which gives the material a long lifespan even when it is exposed to oils, fuels, and grease. It is this polymer and its added benefits that set rubber NBR 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. Rubber-Cal’s rubber NBR is actually a synthetic rubber compound made up of nitrile, neoprene, and SBR to inherit the strengths of each synthetic rubber material. This gives the NBR sheet good levels of all-around resistance to oils, chemicals, and abrasions. This oil resistant rubber has a durometer 60A, giving the heavy-duty rubber sheets a sturdy surface with moderate flexibility. The firm yet pliable nature makes this NBR sheet great for a range of high-stress applications. With a working temperature range from -20 to 180 F, this black nitrile has increased resistance to temperature aging and can easily withstand the repeated heat and friction of industrial machinery. These grease-resistant sheets also come with pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) backing for easy DIY installation in any desired application. This versatile adhesive-backed rubber sheet is designed to handle extreme exposure in long-term applications. The primary advantage of rubber NBR over other kinds of sheet rubber material is its unrivaled oil resistance. The high amount of the polymer acrylonitrile in the rubber nitrile gives it superior resistance to natural and synthetic oils, greases, and chemicals that can easily degrade other synthetic rubber types. It stands up to ammonia, zinc sulfate, alcohol, and mercury, among countless other substances that the NBR sheet might be exposed to in industrial applications. This 3/32-inch sheet rubber is thin, but Rubber-Cal’s black nitrile is also available in a selection of gauges, lengths, and widths to fit a range of possible applications. Rubber NBR is the perfect choice for applications in automotive and food processing settings because the thin rubber sheet won’t easily degrade from chemical exposure. This unique resistance makes NBR material a dependable choice for long-lasting machinery components. Whether you want to use it for protective padding or to make industrial gaskets, Rubber-Cal’s NBR sheet rubber is ready for the job.
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
3/32-in thickness is versatile for a range of possible high-stress applications
Backed with pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) for easy do-it-yourself applications