Natural rubber is the ideal choice for any product that requires high elasticity/tensile strength and abrasion/tear resistance. Natural rubber also has good vibration dampening characteristics and low compression set values. It is also relatively easy to bond to a wide range of substrates.
Advantages:
- Excellent tear and abrasion resistance
- Very low compression set values
- Good vibration dampening characteristics
Disadvantages:
- Poor ozone and UV resistance
- Poor resistance to petroleum oil exposure