Introduction to Rogers ENDUR Solid Elastomers
Rogers ENDUR Solid Elastomers are high-performance elastomeric materials designed for demanding applications in extreme environments. These materials provide exceptional durability, insulation, and sealing properties while withstanding exposure to harsh chemicals, fuels, oils, and solvents.
Some key features of Rogers ENDUR Solid Elastomers:
- Extreme temperature range (-75°C to 275°C)
- Excellent compression set resistance
- Low gas and moisture permeability
- High dielectric properties
- Resistant to weathering and ozone
- Compliant with major industry standards (MIL-R-6855, AMS-R-83485)
With their unique properties, Rogers ENDUR elastomers are ideal solutions for critical sealing, insulation, vibration dampening, and EMI shielding applications in industries like aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, industrial, and more.
Applications of Rogers ENDUR Solid Elastomers
Rogers ENDUR elastomers are suitable for the following types of demanding applications across industries:
Aerospace Applications
- Aircraft fuel tank sealants and bladders
- Missile and rocket motor insulation
- Aircraft flooring vibration dampening pads
- Aircraft door, window, and hatch seals
- Pressurized aircraft ducting seals
Automotive Applications
- Turbocharger hoses and connectors
- Fuel and oil handling system seals
- Gaskets, O-rings, and seals for engines and powertrain
- NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) dampening pads and isolators
Oil & Gas Applications
- Downhole tool seals and gaskets
- Pipe thread sealants
- Well-head equipment seals
- Refinery pipe flange gaskets
Industrial Applications
- Chemical processing equipment seals
- Heat exchanger and boiler gaskets
- Electrical insulation parts
- Sound dampening pads and vibration isolators
Benefits of Using Rogers ENDUR Solid Elastomers
Rogers ENDUR elastomers provide the following key benefits:
- Exceptional temperature resistance – Can withstand continuous use from -75°C up to 275°C depending on the formulation. Provides safety margins beyond typical elastomer limits.
- Excellent compression set resistance – Highly resilient materials that retain sealing properties under sustained compression and deformation.
- Outstanding chemical resistance – Withstand exposure to harsh fuels, oils, fluids without degradation or swelling issues.
- Low gas/moisture permeability – Provides excellent barrier properties for retaining pressure, preventing leaks and maintaining purity.
- High dielectric strength – Allows use as insulators and dielectric isolators at high voltages. Provides safety margins beyond standard elastomers.
- Compliance with major industry standards – Meets established standards like MIL-R-6855 and AMS-R-83485 for proven reliability in aerospace applications.
By harnessing these advantages, Rogers ENDUR elastomers enable improved safety, reliability and durability in critical applications across industries. The materials are tailored to thrive under extreme conditions beyond the capabilities of conventional elastomers.
Material Options for Rogers ENDUR Solid Elastomers
Rogers offers ENDUR elastomers in silicone and fluorosilicone material options to meet varying application requirements:
| Material | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Silicone | – Temperature range -75°C to 275°C <br>- Excellent gas/moisture barrier <br>- High dielectric strength | – Fuel tank sealants <br>- Pipe flange gaskets <br>- Electrical insulators |
| Fluorosilicone | – Improved fuel/oil resistance <br>- Operates from -55°C to 230°C <br>- Low compression set | – Automotive seals <br>- Aerospace door/window seals <br>- Chemical processing seals |
The fluorosilicone versions provide even greater fluid resistance for automotive and chemical exposure uses, while the silicones offer maximum high temperature capabilities for aerospace and industrial applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do Rogers ENDUR elastomers compare to conventional elastomers like Nitrile or EPDM?
A: Rogers ENDUR elastomers offer superior high and low temperature capabilities extending from -75°C to 275°C depending on material. They also have much better compression set, chemical and dielectric properties compared to conventional elastomers.
Q: Can ENDUR elastomers be custom compounded for specific application requirements?
A: Yes, Rogers has extensive capabilities to custom formulate ENDUR elastomers to meet specific temperature, chemical, electrical or mechanical requirements through changes in polymer chemistry and fillers.
Q: What processing methods can be used with ENDUR elastomers?
A: ENDUR elastomers can be molded using standard processes like injection molding, compression molding, transfer molding, and extrusion. They can also be calendered into sheets/rolls for die cutting gaskets and seals.
Q: Do ENDUR elastomers require post curing?
A: Yes, to achieve full properties and performance ENDUR elastomers require a post cure heat treatment. Recommended cure times range from 4-24 hours at 175-250°C based on the formulation.
Q: What industries are the major users of Rogers ENDUR elastomers?
A: The predominant industries using ENDUR elastomers include aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, chemical processing, power generation, and industrial equipment manufacturing. Usage spans critical sealing, insulating and vibration dampening applications.
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