Rubber-Cal Buna-N Sheet - 0.062" Thick x 36" Width x 24" Length - 60A Durometer - Black - ASTM D2000 BG

Rubber-Cal’s Buna-N nitrile rubber is an industrial-strength sheet rubber material with superior resistance to oil and fuel. Buna-N material, also known as nitrile butadiene rubber, is designed to withstand substances that can easily degrade most natural and synthetic rubbers, such as oil, grease, and gasoline. Rubber nitrile was created to perform well in industrial, commercial, and automotive applications. Like most synthetic elastomers, rubber nitrile was developed in the early 20th century to meet the newly industrialized demands of war. NBR 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 synthetic rubber material, this black nitrile 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 rubber nitrile apart from other elastomers, and have made it a dependable industrial choice for more than 80 years. This sleek rubber NBR is extremely durable with a high tensile strength and good abrasion resistance. This elastomer sheet has a durometer 60A to give the fuel-resistant rubber a sturdy surface with moderate flexibility. The firm yet pliable nature makes this black nitrile great for a range of high-stress applications. With a working temperature range from -20 to 180° F, this thin rubber sheet has increased resistance to temperature aging and can easily withstand the repeated heat and friction of industrial machinery. Rubber-Cal’s rubber nitrile is actually synthetic rubber compound made up of nitrile, neoprene, and SBR to inherit the strengths of each rubber material. Thanks to this mix, the elastomer sheet has good levels of all-around resistance to oils, chemicals, and abrasions. This versatile sheet rubber product is designed to handle extreme exposure in long-term applications. This 1/16” sheet rubber is thin, but Rubber-Cal’s nitrile material is also available in a selection of gauges, lengths, and widths to fit a range of possible applications. Rubber nitrile is the perfect choice for applications in automotive and food processing settings because the elastomer sheet won’t easily degrade from chemical exposure. In fact, the main advantage of this black nitrile over other kinds of elastomer sheet is its unrivalled grease 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 kinds of elastomer sheet. It stands up to ammonia, zinc sulfate, alcohol, and mercury, among countless other substances that the oil-resistant rubber sheets might be exposed to in industrial applications. This unique resistance makes rubber nitrile 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 Nitrile sheet rubber is ready for the job.