U-Channel Rubber Profiles
U-channel rubber profiles are versatile edge protection and sealing solutions designed to provide secure mounting, trim finishing, and environmental sealing across a wide range of applications. Our comprehensive selection includes multiple profile configurations engineered to meet the specific requirements of modern manufacturing and assembly processes.
These specialized rubber channels excel in edge protection applications where metal panels, glass components, or plastic assemblies require cushioning and sealing. U-channels offer advantages over other edge protection methods by providing consistent pressure distribution, weather-tight seals, and easy installation without requiring special tools or adhesives.
Available in five distinct profile variations—Standard Extruded, Beaded, Teardrop, Trapezoid Slot, and Unequal Leg—our U-channels can be customized with different rubber compounds including EPDM for outdoor applications, PVC for cost-effective solutions, and neoprene for oil-resistant environments. Each profile is precision-extruded to ensure dimensional accuracy and consistent performance.
From friction-fit installation in appliance panels to permanent mounting in construction applications, our U-channel solutions deliver the flexibility, durability, and reliability required for demanding engineering applications.
Standard U-Channels Extruded
Traditional U-shaped profile providing basic edge protection and sealing. Features straight sides for maximum contact area and consistent grip range. Ideal for applications requiring uniform pressure distribution.
Standard U-Channels Extruded
Product Code: UChannel97
A | B | C | D | E | F | Part No | Add to Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/64 | 1/64 | 1/16 | 1/16 | 1/16 | 1/8 | NRC-U-6001 | |
| 1/32 | 1/32 | 3/32 | 1/16 | 1/16 | 1/8 | NRC-U-6002 | |
| 1/32 | 1/32 | 1/32 | 3/16 | 1/16 | 1/4 | NRC-U-6003 | |
| 1/32 | 3/64 | 7/64 | 5/64 | 3/64 | 1/8 | NRC-U-6004 | |
| 1/32 | 1/32 | 7/64 | 1/2 | 1/64 | 39/64 | NRC-U-6005 | |
| 1/32 | 3/64 | 7/64 | 1/2 | 7/64 | 39/64 | NRC-U-6006 | |
| 1/32 | 3/64 | 1/8 | 15/64 | 1/32 | 17/64 | NRC-U-6007 | |
| 1/32 | 3/64 | 1/8 | 1/8 | 5/8 | 3/4 | NRC-U-6008 | |
| 1/32 | 1/16 | 5/32 | 5/32 | 1/32 | 3/16 | NRC-U-6009 | |
| 1/32 | 1/16 | 5/32 | 11/16 | 1/16 | 3/4 | NRC-U-6010 | |
| 1/32 | 1/16 | 5/32 | 13/16 | 1/16 | 7/8 | NRC-U-6011 | |
| 1/32 | 7/64 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 1/2 | NRC-U-6012 | |
| 1/32 | 1/32 | 3/32 | 9/32 | 1/32 | 5/16 | NRC-U-6013 | |
| 1/32 | 5/64 | 3/16 | 3/4 | 1/4 | 1 | NRC-U-6014 | |
| 3/64 | 3/64 | 9/64 | 7/64 | 3/32 | 13/64 | NRC-U-6015 | |
| 3/64 | 1/32 | 7/64 | 1/8 | 1/32 | 5/32 | NRC-U-6016 | |
| 3/64 | 5/64 | 3/16 | 27/64 | 5/64 | 1/2 | NRC-U-6017 | |
| 3/64 | 3/64 | 5/32 | 5/16 | 5/64 | 3/8 | NRC-U-6018 | |
| 1/16 | 1/32 | 1/8 | 3/32 | 1/32 | 1/8 | NRC-U-6019 | |
| 1/16 | 1/32 | 1/8 | 3/64 | 1/32 | 5/64 | NRC-U-6020 | |
| 1/16 | 1/32 | 1/8 | 1/16 | 1/32 | 3/32 | NRC-U-6021 | |
| 1/16 | 1/32 | 1/8 | 3/32 | 3/64 | 9/64 | NRC-U-6022 | |
| 1/16 | 1/32 | 1/8 | 5/32 | 1/32 | 3/16 | NRC-U-6023 | |
| 1/16 | 1/32 | 1/8 | 3/16 | 1/16 | 1/4 | NRC-U-6024 | |
| 1/16 | 1/32 | 1/8 | 13/64 | 1/16 | 17/64 | NRC-U-6025 | |
| 1/16 | 1/32 | 1/8 | 9/32 | 1/32 | 5/16 | NRC-U-6026 | |
| 1/16 | 3/64 | 5/32 | 1/8 | 1/32 | 5/32 | NRC-U-6027 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 1/16 | 1/16 | 1/8 | NRC-U-6028 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 1/8 | 1/16 | 3/16 | NRC-U-6029 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 1/8 | 1/8 | 1/4 | NRC-U-6030 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 3/16 | 1/8 | 5/16 | NRC-U-6031 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 5/16 | 1/16 | 3/8 | NRC-U-6032 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 3/8 | 1/16 | 7/16 | NRC-U-6033 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 1/2 | NRC-U-6034 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 3/8 | 1/8 | 1/2 | NRC-U-6035 | |
| 1/16 | 1/16 | 3/16 | 13/16 | 1/16 | 7/8 | NRC-U-6036 | |
| 1/16 | 5/64 | 7/32 | 5/16 | 1/8 | 7/16 | NRC-U-6037 | |
| 1/16 | 5/64 | 7/32 | 9/16 | 5/64 | 41/64 | NRC-U-6038 | |
| 1/16 | 3/32 | 1/4 | 1/8 | 1/8 | 1/4 | NRC-U-6039 | |
| 1/16 | 3/32 | 1/4 | 11/32 | 3/32 | 7/16 | NRC-U-6040 |
Beaded U-Channels Extruded
Enhanced profile with beaded edges for improved retention and sealing performance. The beaded design provides additional holding strength while maintaining flexibility for easy installation.
Beaded U-Channels Extruded
* Inside Leg Square
Product Code: BUChannel107a
| Part No | Add to Quote |
|---|---|
| NRC-U-6527 | |
| NRC-U-6528 | |
| NRC-U-6529 | |
| NRC-U-6530 | |
| NRC-U-6531 | |
| NRC-U-6532 | |
| NRC-U-6533 | |
| NRC-U-6534 | |
| NRC-U-6535 |
Teardrop U-Channels
Teardrop-shaped profile combining the benefits of U-channel protection with bulb-style sealing. Provides excellent weather-tight sealing while maintaining edge protection capabilities.
Teardrop U-Channels
*Base Corners Square **Outside Leg Corner Radial
Product Code: UChannel110a
| Part No | Add to Quote |
|---|---|
| NRC-U-6619 | |
| NRC-U-6620 | |
| NRC-U-6621 | |
| NRC-U-6622 | |
| NRC-U-6623 | |
| NRC-U-6624 | |
| NRC-U-6625 | |
| NRC-U-6626 | |
| NRC-U-6627 | |
| NRC-U-6628 | |
| NRC-U-6629 | |
| NRC-U-6630 | |
| NRC-U-6631 |
Trapezoid Slot U-Channels
Specialized trapezoid slot design for applications requiring enhanced retention. The trapezoid shape provides secure mounting while allowing for thermal expansion and contraction.
Trapezoid Slot U-Channels
* Long Leg 1/8' '
Product Code: UChannel108a
ID | A | B | C | D | E | F | Part No | Add to Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3/64 | 1/32 | 7/64 | 1/8 | 1/32 | 5/32 | NRC-U-6771 | |
| 2 | 5/64 | 1/8 | 5/16 | 5/32 | 5/32 | 5/16 | NRC-U-6772 | |
| 3 | 5/64 | 1/8 | 21/64 | 1/2 | 3/64 | 5/8 | NRC-U-6773 | |
| 4 | 3/32 | 3/64 | 3/16 | 25/64 | 1/16 | 7/16 | NRC-U-6774 | |
| 5 | 3/32 | 1/16 | 7/32 | 3/16 | 3/64 | 1/4 | NRC-U-6775 | |
| 6 | 1/8 | 3/64 | 7/32 | 11/64 | 1/32 | 7/32 | NRC-U-6776 | |
| 7 | 1/8 | 3/64 | 7/32 | 3/16 | 1/32 | 7/32 | NRC-U-6777 | |
| 8 | 1/8 | 1/16 | 1/4 | 1/8 | 1/16 | 5/32 | NRC-U-6778 | |
| 9 | 1/8 | 1/16 | 1/4 | 1/8 | 1/32 | 3/16 | NRC-U-6779 | |
| 10 | 1/8 | 1/16 | 1/4 | 3/16 | 1/16 | 7/32 | NRC-U-6780 | |
| 11 | 1/8 | 1/16 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 3/32 | 5/16 | NRC-U-6781 | |
| 12 | 1/8 | 3/32 | 5/16 | 3/16 | 1/8 | 9/32 | NRC-U-6782 | |
| 13 | 1/8 | 1/8 | 3/8 | 3/8 | 1/16 | 7/16 | NRC-U-6783 | |
| 14 | 11/64 | 1/16 | 13/64 | 7/64 | 1/16 | 11/64 | NRC-U-6784 | |
| 15 | 3/16 | 1/32 | 1/4 | 1/4 | 1/16 | 5/16 | NRC-U-6785 | |
| 16 | 15/64 | 1/16 | 3/8 | 1/4 | 1/16 | 5/16 | NRC-U-6786 | |
| 17 | 1/4 | 1/32 | 5/16 | 5/16 | 1/8 | 3/8 | NRC-U-6787 | |
| 18 | 1/4 | 1/16 | 3/8 | 3/8 | 1/16 | 1/2 | NRC-U-6788 | |
| 19 | 1/4 | 1/16 | 3/8 | 7/16 | 3/32 | 1/2 | NRC-U-6789 | |
| 20 | 1/4 | 3/32 | 7/16 | 5/32 | 1/8 | 1/4 | NRC-U-6790 | |
| 21 | 1/4 | 1/8 | 1/2 | 1-5/8 | 1/8 | 1-3/4 | NRC-U-6791 | |
| 22 | 1/4 | 1/8 | 1/2 | 2-1/8 | 1/8 | 2-1/4 | NRC-U-6792 | |
| 23 | 3/8 | 1/8 | 5/8 | 7/8 | 1/8 | 1 | NRC-U-6793 | |
| 24 | 3/4 | 1/8 | 1-3/8 | 1/8 | 1-1/2 | NRC-U-6794 | ||
| 25 | 3/4 | 1/8 | 2-1/8 | 1/8 | 2-1/2 | NRC-U-6795 | ||
| 26 | 7/8 | 1/16 | 1 | 3/8 | 1/16 | 7/16 | NRC-U-6796 | |
| 27 | 7/8 | 1/16 | 1 | 3/8 | 1/16 | 7/16 | NRC-U-6797 | |
| 28 | 7/8 | 1/16 | 1 | 1/2 | 1/16 | 9/16 | NRC-U-6798 | |
| 29 | 15/16 | 1/16 | 1-1/16 | 3/8 | 1/16 | 7/16 | NRC-U-6799 |
Unequal Leg U-Channels
Asymmetrical design with unequal leg lengths for specialized mounting requirements. Allows for offset installation and accommodates unique panel configurations.
Unequal Leg U-Channels
* Outside Leg corners Radius 3/64' '
Product Code: UChannel108b
| Part No | Add to Quote |
|---|---|
| NRC-U-6587 | |
| NRC-U-6588 | |
| NRC-U-6589 | |
| NRC-U-6590 | |
| NRC-U-6591 |
U-Channel Selection Guide
How to Measure Grip Range
Measure the thickness of the panel or edge being protected. This determines the appropriate channel depth.
The channel's internal dimensions should provide 10-20% compression for optimal sealing and retention.
Consider whether friction-fit, adhesive backing, or mechanical fastening will be used.
Material Selection for Different Environments
Superior weather resistance, UV stable, excellent for outdoor applications.
Cost-effective, good chemical resistance, suitable for general indoor use.
Oil-resistant, moderate temperature range, good compression set resistance.
Installation Considerations
- Ensure mounting surfaces are clean and free of debris
- Apply even pressure during installation to prevent distortion
- Consider thermal expansion in high-temperature applications
- Test fit on a sample piece before full installation
- Use appropriate lubricants for tight interference fits
Custom Extrusion Capabilities
Need a U-channel profile that's not in our standard catalog? Our custom extrusion services can create specialized profiles tailored to your exact specifications. Whether you require unique dimensions, special compounds, custom colors, or proprietary designs, our engineering team will work with you to develop the perfect solution.
- Easy installation without tools
- No adhesives or fasteners required
- Reusable and repositionable
- Consistent pressure distribution
- Weather and chemical resistance
- • Metal panel edge protection
- • Glass and window sealing
- • Plastic component finishing
- • Appliance panel trim
- • Electronic enclosure gaskets
- • Construction joint sealing
- • Automotive interior components
- • Furniture edge protection