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SBR rubber parts

SBR (styrene butadiene rubber) is a general-purpose synthetic rubber with good abrasion resistance at a low cost.

It suits parts in dry, air or water service where oil, fuel and long outdoor exposure are not a concern.

At a glance

SBR at a glance
PropertySBR
Also calledStyrene butadiene rubber
Known forAbrasion resistance at low cost
Typical service temperature-40 °F to +212 °F (-40 °C to +100 °C)
Common ASTM D2000 type and classAA, BA

Typical values for general-purpose grades. The compound, the hardness and the service conditions decide what a part can take, so we confirm the compound with your quote. Typical for general-purpose SBR; the range depends on the compound. For what the type and class letters mean, see ASTM D2000 callouts.

Resistance profile

Generally good with

  • Abrasion
  • Water and many dilute acids and alkalis
  • Impact

Usually a poor choice for

  • Petroleum oils and fuels
  • Ozone and sunlight (standard grades)
  • Strong acids

Where SBR is used

  • Bumpers, pads and wear strips
  • Gaskets for water and air service
  • General-purpose molded parts

How we make SBR parts

We work in SBR with these processes, all under one roof in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania:

Catalog parts you can request in SBR

Every catalog part is quoted in the material and durometer you name when you add it to your quote.

Quote a part in SBR

Send us a drawing, a sample part or a rough sketch. We will review it, recommend the right material and process, and give you a firm ship date with your quote.

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