Product Specifications & Key Characteristics
- Colour: Red (Grey and Black available, less readily)
- Sheet Sizes: 1m x 1m or 2m x 1m
- Thicknesses: 0.5mm – 3mm
- Grades: Commercial, Electrical, WRAS approved
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +100°C
- Resistances: Chemical solvents, oils, grease, wear, fatigue, and impact
(Full technical data is available upon request or downloadable from our online portal.)
Vulcanised Fibre Washers | Advanced Seals & Gaskets Ltd
High-Quality Vulcanised Fibre Washers in the UK
At Advanced Seals & Gaskets Ltd, we supply premium Vulcanised Fibre Washers, a durable and versatile solution for sealing, insulation, and mechanical applications across various industries. Vulcanised fibre, also known as red fibre, is manufactured from fibrous materials such as cellulose, paper, and cotton, then treated with heat and pressure to create a strong, lightweight, and rigid material ideal for precision washers.
Our washers can be custom-manufactured to specific drawings or dimensions, ensuring precise fit and functionality for your industrial or mechanical applications.
Product Enquiry
For information on Vulcanised Fibre Washers | Advanced Seals & Gaskets Ltd please complete the following quick enquiry or call us on +44(0)1384 252555.
What Are Vulcanised Fibre Washers?
Vulcanised Fibre Washers are flat rings cut from vulcanised fibre sheets, designed to act as spacers, seals, or pressure-distributing components between nuts, bolts, and other surfaces. The material is produced by partially dissolving and compressing fibrous materials using zinc chloride or sulfuric acid, creating a tough, resilient, and environmentally friendly material without the need for additional bonding agents.
Vulcanised fibre washers are widely used where mechanical stability, electrical insulation, and chemical resistance are essential.
Why Use Vulcanised Fibre Washers?
Vulcanised fibre washers offer numerous advantages, making them a reliable choice for industrial and mechanical applications:
- Lightweight yet strong: Provides mechanical stability while reducing component weight
- Chemical and oil resistant: Maintains integrity against solvents, oils, and grease
- High dielectric properties: Ideal for electrical insulation applications
- Temperature resistant: Effective in environments ranging from -40°C to +100°C
- Environmentally friendly: Manufactured with fewer chemicals compared to plastics and metals
- Versatile grades: Available in commercial, electrical, and WRAS-approved options
These properties make vulcanised fibre washers suitable for water systems, taps, electrical motors, home appliances, hand tools, and industrial machinery.
Benefits of Using Vulcanised Fibre Washers
- Excellent mechanical strength and stability
- Dielectric properties for electrical insulation
- Resistant to wear, fatigue, and impact
- Anti-static and ageing resistant
- Environmentally friendly and safe for direct metal contact
- Wide temperature operating range (-40°C to +100°C)
Alternative Materials to Vulcanised Fibre
For applications requiring different performance characteristics, alternatives include:
- Elephantide: Pressed blue cotton paper, ideal for low-voltage electrical insulation.
- Nomex: Synthetic aromatic polyamide polymer with high chemical, mechanical, and electrical resistance. Self-extinguishing and temperature resilient.
- Valox: Flame-retardant film with high compressive and dielectric strength, low water absorption, and excellent dimensional stability.
Advantages of Vulcanised Fibre Washers
Vulcanised fibre washers are highly valued for their versatility and durability:
- Manufactured in an environmentally responsible way
- Direct metal contact without causing corrosion
- Wide application range from plumbing washers to electrical components
- High resistance to chemical solvents, oils, and grease
- Durable under wear, fatigue, and impact
- Reliable performance in the machinery, railway, and aerospace industries
These features make vulcanised fibre washers a trusted choice for sealing, insulation, and mechanical applications where reliability and material performance are critical.
Enquire About Vulcanised Fibre Washers
For Vulcanised Fibre Washers in the UK, contact Advanced Seals & Gaskets Ltd today:
Call us on 01384 252555
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We deliver high-quality vulcanised fibre washers nationwide, tailored to your specifications and project needs.
Please contact us using the form below or by calling us on +44(0)1384 252555.