As a leading UK manufacturer of rubber gaskets, we stock an extensive range of gasket materials, including standard, food-grade, abrasion-resistant and high-specification rubber sheeting. We can manufacture single units or large quantities using advanced CNC profile-cutting machinery and offer same-day service for urgent requirements.
Choosing a Rubber Gasket Material
As 'rubber' is an umbrella term for many different elastomer types, please refer to the pages below for the typical characteristics and technical information of each gasket material. A chemical resistance overview and rubber comparison table are also available at the bottom of this page, should you require further information regarding material compatibility.
How to Measure a Gasket
Whether you require a full-face (flange), picture-frame, dovetail, or ring gasket, we have compiled a comprehensive guide to help you measure your gaskets accurately.
Availability
The following are our most common rubber gasket materials. Please follow the links below for more information on each grade, or alternatively, contact our sales office for further advice.
A general-purpose rubber gasket offering moderate tensile strength combined with good resistance to abrasion and wear, making them ideal for general machinery covers and light-duty equipment. These gaskets operate effectively within a temperature range of -30°C to +70°C.
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Manufactured from a carefully formulated blend of natural rubber and styrene-butadiene, reinforced with a single ply fabric layer for enhanced structural integrity. They deliver improved dimensional stability and tear resistance. Temperature range: -30°C to +70°C.
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A synthetic elastomer renowned for providing excellent resistance to ageing, ozone degradation and weathering effects, making EPDM a popular choice for exterior sealing applications. Temperature range: -20°C to +70°C.
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A specially certified EPDM compound approved by the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) and Water Research Centre (WRc) for use with potable water supplies up to +23°C. These gaskets provide the same characteristics as standard EPDM whilst meeting stringent drinking water safety standards and health regulations. Temperature range: -40°C to +120°C.
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A common choice in external sealing applications, selected for the elastomer's excellent resistance to weathering and abrasion from environmental exposure. Neoprene rubber gaskets provide moderate chemical stability across a broad range of media, offering good resistance to dilute acids, alkalis and salt solutions. Temperature range: -30°C to +70°C.
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Flame-retardant and anti-static neoprene gaskets manufactured from a specially compounded material meeting the American flammability standard UL94-V0, whilst providing anti-static properties in accordance with BS 490. Beyond their specialist safety properties, these gaskets maintain the chemical resistance expected from neoprene compounds. Temperature range: -30°C to +100°C.
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Nitrile maintains dimensional stability when exposed to oils and fuels, preventing swelling that would compromise seal integrity. These gaskets offer cost-effective performance for applications involving diesel fuel, petrol, mineral oils, hydraulic fluids and many petroleum derivatives. Temperature range: -20°C to +70°C.
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White EPDM rubber gaskets for food quality are manufactured from non-toxic virgin materials suitable for direct food contact and comply with stringent EC 1935/2004 and FDA food contact regulations. The bright white colour provides excellent visual contrast for inspection, helping identify contamination or gasket degradation. Temperature range of -25°C up to +140°C.
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Natural rubber gaskets deliver exceptional compressibility and recovery characteristics essential for effective sealing. These gaskets conform to EC 1935/2004 and FDA food-contact regulations, making them suitable for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications requiring direct product contact. Temperature range of -40°C up to +70°C.
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The combination of abrasion resistance and compliance with food-grade standards makes these gaskets valuable across food processing operations that handle flour, sugar, grains, and other abrasive food products. The temperature range of -40°C up to +70°C accommodates typical food processing environments.
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Providing excellent resistance to ozone, weathering, ageing and abrasion. White FDA approved neoprene gaskets are a popular option in the food processing industry due to their resistance to animal fats and vegetable oils. They also provide good resistance to weathering, ozone and ageing. Temperature range of -25°C up to +90°C.
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Cut from a synthetic blend of acrylonitrile andbutadiene that complies with FDA regulations. White nitrile gaskets are a popular option in food, drink and pharmaceutical applications due to the polymers resistance to vegetable oils, animal fats, fish oils and greases. Temperature range of -25°C up to +120°C.
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A popular option in food and pharmaceutical applications due to the materials highly identifiable colour and conformance with EC and FDA food contact regulations. Blue nitrile rubber gaskets provide good mechanical properties and offer excellent resistance to chemicals and oils. T emperature range of -30°C up to +110°C.
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Contains additives that are visible to metal detector scanning equipment. Detectable nitrile gaskets help to reduce the risk of product contamination and offer excellent resistance toanimal fats, fish oils, greases and vegetable oils. This material isNitrosamine and ADI free.Temperature range of -30°C up to +100°C.
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Silicone rubber gaskets maintain their flexibility and compression set at both low and high temperatures. They are a popular option in interior and exterior sealing applications due to their release properties and resistance toozone, weathering and oxidation. Temperature range of -75°C up to +250°C.
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Metal detectable silicone gaskets contain additives that are visible to most metal detector scanning equipment. They help to reduce the risk of product contamination, complywith FDA and EC food contact regulations and provide excellent flexibility. Temperature range of -60°C up to +200°C.
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Cut from a high quality fluoroelastomer that provides outstanding resistance to temperatures and harsh chemicals. White Viton® A rubber gaskets are FDA approved and are a popular option in food, drink and pharmaceutical sealing applications. Temperature range of -10°C up to +250°C.
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Manufactured from a high performing fluoroelaster that provides excellent resistance to vegetable oils, animal fats and mineral oils. White FKM gaskets are an unbranded alternative to the white Viton® A and conform to the same FDA approval. Temperature range of -10°C up to +250°C.
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An FDA approved fluoroelastomer that provides excellent resistance to chemicals and high temperatures. Blue FKM gaskets are a popular option in food, drink and pharmaceutical applications due to the materials highly identifiable colour. Temperature range of -10°C up to +250°C.
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Shotblast gaskets are cut from an abrasion resistant natural rubber that provides high elasticity and excellent durability. They form aneffective seal under a low compression set and offer resistance to weak chemicals. Temperature range of -30°C up to +70°C.
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Manufactured from a high quality natural rubber that offers excellent resistance to wear. Red abrasion resistant gaskets provide good durability, highcompressibility andexcellent tensile strength. Temperature range of -20°C up to +85°C.
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Tan Para rubber gaskets are cut from a durable, highly elastic natural rubber which offers excellent resistance to abrasion. They provide excellent compressibility and are extremely hard wearing. Temperature range of -25°C up to +70°C.
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Manufactured from a soft, high quality natural rubber that provides excellent durability, high elasticity and good mechanical properties. Abrasion resistant gaskets are commonly used in applications involving coarse media. They also comply with FDA food contact regulations. Temperature range of -40°C up to +70°C.
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Commonly used in sealing applications involving compressed air andgases. Butyl rubber gaskets offer excellent thermal stability, provide very low permeability and are highly resistantto ageing, ultra-violet and weathering. Temperature range of -40°C up to +140°C.
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Cut from a high performing flouroelastomer that offers excellent resistance to hydrocarbons, petroleum, lubricating oils and high temperatures. FKM gaskets are primarily used in the automotive and petrochemical sectors. Temperature range of -30°C up to +250°C.
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A branded flouroelastomer that provides outstanding resistance to fuels, mineral acids, organic solvents and petrochemicals. Viton® A rubber gaskets are commonly used in the automotive, aeronautical and chemical industries .Temperature range of -20°C up to +275°C.
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Hypalon gaskets are cut from a high quality polymer manufactured fromchloro-sulfonyl-polyethylene. They provide outstanding resistance to high temperatures, ozone, ultraviolet and weathering and offer moderate resistance to lubricating oils and chemicals. Temperature range of -30°C up to +180°C.
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Hydrogenated nitrile gaskets are manufactured from high-quality virgin materials. This premium grade nitrile has a greater temperature range and better resistance properties than our standard nitrile. Common in automotive and manufacturing industries. Temperature range of -30°C up to +150°C.
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