Elastomers/TPEs
All-Purpose Chloroprene Rubber (Neoprene) — Chloroprene Rubber (Neoprene)
Neoprene provides a good mix of physical toughness, chemical resistance, and weatherability. It is known for its moderate resistance to oils and greases and its inherent flame retardancy.
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Manufacturers
3
Grades
3
Applications
5
Equivalents
0
Physical Properties
- Density
- 1.23 - 1.27 g/cm³
- Water Absorption (24h)
- 0.4 - 0.8 %
- Transparency
- Opaque
- Shrinkage
- 1.5 - 2.5 %
Mechanical Properties
- Young's Modulus
- 0.02 - 0.06 GPa
- Tensile Strength
- 10 - 25 MPa
- Elongation at Break
- 200 - 600 %
- Impact Strength (Izod)
- N/A
Thermal Properties
- Glass Transition Temperature
- -40 to -50 °C
- Melting Point
- N/A
- Continuous Service Temperature
- -30 to 100 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature
- N/A
Electrical Properties
- Dielectric Constant
- 6.0 - 7.0
- Volume Resistivity
- 10^9 - 10^11 Ohm-cm
- Dielectric Strength
- 15 - 25 kV/mm
Chemical Resistance
- Acids
- Good
- Bases
- Good
- Solvents
- Moderate resistance to oils and fuels; swells in aromatic and chlorinated hydrocarbons
- UV Resistance
- Good
Sustainability
- Recyclability
- Limited
- Recycling Code
- N/A
- Carbon Footprint
- Moderate
Manufacturing compatibility
Emulsion PolymerizationMoldingExtrusionDipping
Applications
Wetsuits
Hoses
Belts
Wire and cable jacketing
Gaskets
Available grades
CR 242CR 342CR 422
Manufacturers
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