Converter's Corner

5 Things to Consider When Choosing Material for Your Seal or Gasket

Die-cut seal or gasket material selection should always begin with an assessment of the application in which the finished part will be utilized and there are several common factors that should come into play as part of that evaluation.

8 Gasket Materials for Mid-Range Ambient Temperature Applications

Solid rubber gasket materials such as Nitrile, Neoprene, and EPDM are popular choices for use in mid-range temperature sealing environments, as are a variety of open and closed cell foams and sponge rubbers. This post highlights eight common gasket materials die-cut by JBC for use in moderate temperature applications.

4 Gasket Materials for Mid-Range Temperature Sealing

Die-cut gaskets can play a critical role in the overall performance and safety of a part or product. They can endure harsh environments and provide long-lasting, tight seals against air, moisture,

Preventing Gasket Failure Part 3: Environment

Today, manufacturers can choose from a wide range of gasket materials that can endure a combination of environmental conditions. This post highlights five of the most common environmental requirements and some of the materials best suited to address them.

Preventing Gasket Failure Part 2: Durometer

Proper material selection ensures the longevity of a gasket and the major parts a gasket supports. Improper design or incorrect material specifications can cause a gasket to fail, which reduces the life, safety, and effectiveness of the entire product. In part one of this series, we examine the importance of considering compression set when selecting gasketing material. Today, we’ll highlight durometer.

Preventing Gasket Failure Part 1: Compression Set

Die-cut foam gaskets play a critical part in the performance of a wide range of products from automotive headlight seals to dishwashers, to compressors or blowers in an HVAC unit. And yet, with improper design or incorrect material specifications, these die-cut foam gaskets can fail… rendering the more expensive equipment and parts that they support ineffective. There are several things that can impact the longevity of a gasket that can be addressed with proper material selection. One of these is compression set, which will be addressed in this post.