Neoprene Gaskets
Key Features:
Neoprene gaskets are renowned for their ability to perform reliably under pressure while providing robust protection in demanding environments. Here are some of their standout properties:
- Material Durability: Made from high-quality Neoprene rubber, these gaskets resist UV rays, ozone, chemicals, and environmental degradation.
- Superior Sealing Performance: Offers effective protection against dust, moisture, and air infiltration.
- Temperature Resilience: Functions across wide temperature ranges—from extreme cold to moderate heat—without losing flexibility or sealing strength.
- Flexible & Conformable: Easily adapts to uneven surfaces, maintaining a tight seal under compression.
- Multi-Industry Use: Neoprene gaskets are utilised in various sectors, including construction, lighting, HVAC, and aerospace.
Applications:
Neoprene gaskets are a versatile sealing solution used across a wide range of industries. Their resilience and durability make them a trusted choice for various demanding environments, including:
- Automotive: Ideal for sealing engines, doors, hoods, and windows to prevent air and fluid leakage.
- Marine: Ideal for watertight seals on boats and marine equipment exposed to saltwater and UV radiation.
- HVAC: Used in sealing ductwork and ventilation systems to improve efficiency and reduce noise.
- Industrial: Common in machinery and piping systems requiring robust, long-lasting seals.
- Outdoor: Suitable for external enclosures and equipment exposed to weather and harsh elements.
At ASG, we provide custom-made Neoprene gaskets that match your specific needs—whether you require various shapes, thicknesses, adhesive options, or laminations for more advanced applications.
Customisation Options:
We offer bespoke Neoprene gasket solutions tailored to meet your technical requirements. Available options include:
- Thickness Variations: Choose from a wide range of thicknesses to match your sealing application.
- Custom Shapes: Whether you need circular, rectangular, or irregular shapes, we manufacture to your exact specifications.
- Adhesive Backing: Self-adhesive options provide quick and secure installation, with varying tack levels available.
- Laminations: Enhance performance with added layers such as foil or specialised coatings for extreme applications.
If you're unsure of the ideal gasket design or material, our experienced team is here to guide you.
The Benefits of Neoprene Gaskets
Neoprene gaskets are not just sealing components—they offer a range of additional performance benefits:
- Helps to reduce operational noise
- Absorbs shock and cushions vibration
- Acts as a barrier against dust, liquids, and chemicals
- Provides insulation against electrical currents
- Offers a secure seal between connecting components or surfaces
Their flexibility under load, coupled with excellent durability, makes them a go-to option in various demanding environments.
Why Use Neoprene Gaskets?
Neoprene combines the strength of a synthetic rubber with the versatility required for many engineering applications. Its natural ability to compress and maintain its integrity makes it ideal for:
- Sealing in construction and plumbing systems
- Reducing vibration in lighting fixtures
- Providing insulation in automotive and aerospace components
Thanks to its oil resistance and stability in harsh environments, including saltwater and ozone exposure, Neoprene gaskets offer a long-lasting sealing solution.
All Neoprene gaskets from ASG are supplied in black as standard.
Self-Adhesive Neoprene Gaskets
Our self-adhesive Neoprene gaskets are designed for secure placement and ease of use. Depending on your requirements, we offer low-tack, medium-tack, or high-tack adhesives to suit various applications. These gaskets stay firmly in place even when subjected to vibration or movement—ideal for dynamic environments.
Grades of Neoprene Rubber Gaskets
We manufacture Neoprene gaskets in various grades to meet application-specific needs, including:
- British Standard BS2752 grades (C40, C50, C60)
- Commercial grades for general-purpose sealing tasks
If you're unsure which grade best suits your project, our knowledgeable sales team can advise on the most suitable material based on your performance and compliance requirements.
Neoprene Rubber Gaskets
Neoprene rubber is a high-performance material widely used in external sealing due to its excellent resistance to:
- Abrasion
- Weathering and ageing
- UV exposure
- Animal fats, vegetable oils, and inorganic salts
Please note that Neoprene is not suitable for use with aromatic hydrocarbons or ketones.
ASG manufactures a wide variety of gasket formats, including dovetail, flange, and picture-frame styles, available in both high and low volumes depending on your order needs.
Neoprene Rubber Gaskets – Flame Retardant, Anti-Static
For environments that demand additional protection, we also supply flame-retardant and anti-static Neoprene gaskets. These meet:
- ISO 340 flame-retardancy standards
- UL94-V0 American flammability standards
- BS 490 anti-static standards (surface resistance up to 3 × 10⁸ Ω)
They retain all the standard benefits of Neoprene while offering enhanced safety for electrical and high-risk environments.
What is Neoprene?
Neoprene, the trade name for chloroprene rubber developed by DuPont, is a synthetic elastomer prized for its versatility and durability.
Key features include:
- Temperature resistance from -40°C to +120°C
- Waterproof and pressure-resistant
- Resistance to UV light, ozone, and general weathering
- Stability in contact with many oils and chemicals
- Excellent sound-dampening and insulating qualities
Its physical and chemical properties make Neoprene the ideal choice for gaskets used in industries ranging from marine engineering to home appliances.
The advantages of using neoprene as a material
Thermal stability – it retains flexibility over a wide range of temperatures
Environmental resilience – the fact that it is waterproof resistant to corrosion makes it ideal for a wide range of environments
Chemical resistance – neoprene works without being overly compromised by weathering or common fluids
Durability – the longevity of a neoprene gasket greatly reduces expenditure on maintenance and replacements