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How We Choose the Materials for Our Products

May 6, 2020

Seal Master Corporation engineers high-quality inflatable seals and elastomeric products that meet the demands of specific applications. A key factor in our product performance is the careful selection of materials that go into every seal. So, how do we choose them? It all comes down to understanding the geometrical requirements and environmental conditions involved.

Trusted Materials for Strength and Performance

Our inflatable seals use a combination of fabrics and elastomers to deliver long-lasting durability, pressure retention, and structural integrity. Our most commonly used fabrics include the following:

  • Dacron: For high strength and dimensional stability
  • Kevlar®: For exceptional strength and heat-resistance
  • Nomex®: For flame resistance in environments with high thermal exposure
  • Nylon: For flexibility

Our elastomers are typically made of the following:

  • Natural rubber: For elasticity and wear resistance
  • Buty: For superb gas impermeability and chemical resistance
  • Silicone: For flexibility in extreme temperatures
  • Polyurethane: For high abrasion resistanceEthylene propylene: For
  • resistance to weather, ozone, and a variety of chemicals

Designed Around Your Application Environment

Each material has distinct properties, and our engineering team selects the ideal combination, considering the following:

  • Exposure to heat, pressure, moisture, or chemicals
  • Required seal expansion direction and rate
  • Load-bearing or sealing force requirements
  • Any industry-specific compliance or safety regulations
  • Shape, size, and material hardness constraints

You don’t need to be a materials expert to get the most from your inflatable seal. That is our job. By evaluating the above factors, we ensure optimal fabric reinforcement and elastomer composition.

Collaboration Leads to Custom Precision

At Seal Master Corporation, we believe the best products come from close collaboration with our clients. Your input helps us develop a custom solution that is functional and optimized for performance, durability, and efficiency.

Whether you are in aerospace, defense, industrial automation, or any other sector, trust us to provide inflatable seals that withstand the toughest challenges. Contact Seal Master Corporation online or call (330) 673-8410.

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