GUM Rubber
Excellent physical properties such as superior resilience, tensile, elongation, and abrasion resistance. Tan floating stock is produced entirely with FDA approved ingredients. It has good tear strength and is resistant to water, most salts, mild acids and other chemicals. Not suited for environments involving ozone, strong acids, animal fats, oils, greases and most hydrocarbons. Non-marking and safe to use for repeated food exposure.
ADVANTAGES
Outstanding resistance; high tensile strength; superior resistance to tear and abrasion; excellent rebound elasticity (snap); good flexibility at low temperatures; excellent adhesion to fabric and metal.
LIMITATIONS
Poor resistance to heat, ozone and sunlight; very little resistance to oil, gasoline and hydrocarbon solvents.
APPLICATIONS
Where abrasion resistance and rebound are critical (cement sleeves, chute linings, low temperature belting, tank lining, cyclones, and concentrators).