Rubber Specifications:

The ROTAFENDER-80 is made of a rubber based on Butyl Elastomer and EPDM, offering mechanical properties highly resistant to compression, movement and tear as well as a high degree of resistance to the elements like sea water, oxygen and ozone.

Properties of the elastomer:

Properties

Value Method
Before Aging:    
Hardness 62° Shore A ASTM D-2240
Elongation 665% min. ASTM D-412
Tensile Strength 1900 psi min. ASTM D-412
Tear Resistance 280 lbs/inch ASTM D-624
After Aging:
with hot air for 96Hrs @ 70°C +/-1°C
   
Hardness 65° Shore A ASTM D-2240
Elongation -15% ASTM D-412
Tear Resistance +8% ASTM D-412
After Aging:
with hot air for 22Hrs @ 70°C +/-1°C
   
Compression coefficient 32% ASTM D-395

 


RotafenderTM-80 Deformation Test

Deformation test with two elements.

 

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