Elastomers Flashcards
elastomers
polymers that do not need to be heated to deform and then return to original shape
natural rubber polyisoprene
high tensile strength, low elongation, good hardness compared to other elastomers, tough, electrical insulator, good cold resistance
butadiene rubber BR
tough, excellent wear resistance against friction, good thermal resistance against friction, electrical insulator
neoprene polychloroprene rubber
good thermal resistance, toughness, good oil and chemical resistance, excellent weather resistance, good abrasion resistance and electrical insulator
silicone
good flexibility at low temperatures, poor abrasion resistance to temperature extremes, good weather resistance, good lubricating qualities, electrical insulator