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Goodyear Rubber Company of So. California EPDM POLYMER

Goodyear Rubber Company of So. California EPDM polymer (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer rubber) is a type of synthetic elastomer characterized by wide range applications. Main properties of EPDM are its outstanding heat, ozone and weather resistance. EPDM exhibits satisfactory compatibility with hydraulic fluids, ketones, hot and cold water and alkalis.

Polymer Name: Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymer (EPDM)

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    Identification & Functionality

    Technologies
    Environmental Resistance
    • Weather Resistance: Excellent
    • Sunlight Resistance: Outstanding
    • Ozone Resistance: Excellent
    • Oxidization Resistance: Fair to Excellent
    • Water Resistance: Excellent
    • Steam Resistance: Excellent
    • Gas Permeability: Fair to Good
    Classification (MIL-R-3065 / SAE J-14 / MIL-STD-417)

    RS

    Classification (ASTM D 2000 / SAE J200)

    BA, CA

    Features & Benefits

    Generally Attacked By

    Kerosene, Hydrocarbons, and Solvents

    Generally Resistant To

    Oxidation, Ozone, Sunlight, Abrasion, Fireproof Hydraulic Fluids, Water, and Alkalis

    Applications & Uses

    Properties

    Chemical Resistance
    Physical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Elongation100 - 700%
    Hardness Range (Durometer )30 - 90Shore A
    Mechanical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Compression SetFair to Good
    Rebound RatingFair to Very Good
    Flex Cracking ResistanceGood to Very Good
    Abrasion ResistanceGood to Excellent
    Tear ResistanceFair
    Impact ResistanceVery Good
    Flame ResistancePoor
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Common NameEPDM, EP Rubber
    Thermal Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Minimum Service Temperature-75°F
    Maximum Service Temperature325°F

    Storage & Handling

    Recommended Shelf Life

     5 to 10 years