INDUSTRIAL RUBBER SHEETS
FKM Rubber Sheet
FKM (Fluoroelastomer) Rubber Sheet is a high-performance synthetic rubber engineered to deliver exceptional resistance to high temperatures, aggressive chemicals, fuels, oils, solvents,…
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Designed around demanding operating requirements
FKM (Fluoroelastomer) Rubber Sheet is a high-performance synthetic rubber engineered to deliver exceptional resistance to high temperatures, aggressive chemicals, fuels, oils, solvents, and harsh industrial environments. It is widely recognised for its outstanding sealing performance, excellent ageing resistance, and superior durability under extreme operating conditions.
FKM Rubber Sheets are commonly used in industries where standard rubber materials cannot withstand severe chemical exposure or elevated temperatures. These sheets are ideal for critical sealing, lining, and protection applications in the oil & gas, chemical, aerospace, pharmaceutical, and automotive industries.
APPLICATIONS
Where this product is used
FKM Rubber Sheets are designed for demanding industrial environments requiring superior chemical, heat, and oil resistance.
- Oil & Gas Industry
- Petrochemical Plants
- Chemical Processing Industries
- Refineries
- Aerospace Industry
- Automotive Industry
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Food Processing Equipment (Non-food contact applications unless FDA-compliant grade is specified)
- Power Generation Plants
- Industrial Gaskets and Seals
- O-Rings and Sealing Components
- Pump and Valve Seals
- Heat Exchangers
- Hydraulic Systems
- Compressor Equipment
- Marine and Offshore Applications
- Laboratory Equipment
- High-Temperature Industrial Machinery
KEY FEATURES
Performance characteristics
Our FKM Rubber Sheets are manufactured using premium-quality fluoroelastomer compounds to ensure exceptional performance, reliability, and long service life in the most demanding industrial applications.
- Outstanding resistance to high temperatures.
- Excellent resistance to mineral oils, fuels, diesel, petrol, lubricants, and greases.
- Superior resistance to aggressive chemicals, acids, alkalis, and solvents.
- Exceptional resistance to ozone, UV radiation, weathering, and oxidation.
- Excellent ageing characteristics for extended service life.
- High tensile strength with excellent tear resistance.
- Outstanding compression set resistance for reliable sealing.
- Excellent resistance to hydraulic fluids and many industrial media.
- Low gas permeability for enhanced sealing performance.
- Superior dimensional stability under extreme operating conditions.
- Easy to fabricate, cut, and install.
- Manufactured in accordance with international quality standards.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Reference technical data and available configurations
Reference values are provided for preliminary product selection. Final specifications, tolerances, test methods, applicable standards and certification requirements must be confirmed for the selected grade and stated in the applicable quotation, technical datasheet or Certificate of Analysis (COA).
Reference Technical Specification
| Property | Reference specification |
|---|---|
| Polymer / compound | FKM fluoroelastomer |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.85 ±0.05 |
| Hardness | 70 ±5 Shore A |
| Tensile strength | ≥7 MPa |
| Elongation at break | ≥220% |
| Tear strength | ≥15 N/mm reference |
| Abrasion loss | Not primary selection parameter |
| Compression set | ≤30% reference* |
| Temperature | -20 to +250°C |
| Primary resistance / strength | Excellent resistance to many oils, fuels and chemicals; low permeability; high temperature capability |
| Typical dimensions | Thickness 1–10/12 mm typical; width 1.0–1.2 m; roll length supplier dependent |
Available Grades / Options
| Available Grades / Options | Different FKM types, colours and hardness; food/pharma grades only with certificates |
Information Required for Quotation
| Information Required for Quotation | FKM grade, hardness, thickness, width/length, density, tensile/elongation, chemical/fuel/oil exposure, chemical concentration, operating temperature, colour, quantity |
Values marked as reference are indicative and may vary by grade, construction and test method. Please share the application and required standard for final confirmation.
ADVANTAGES
Practical benefits
- Exceptional resistance to extreme temperatures.
- Outstanding resistance to oils, fuels, chemicals, and solvents.
- Excellent sealing performance with low compression set.
- Superior durability in harsh industrial environments.
- Excellent resistance to ageing, ozone, and weather exposure.
- Long service life with reduced maintenance costs.
- Ideal for high-performance industrial sealing applications.
- Reliable performance in critical operating conditions.
INDUSTRIES SERVED
Relevant industrial sectors
Industry references below are taken from the supplied product content.
Oil & GasPetrochemicalChemical ProcessingAerospaceAutomotivePharmaceuticalPower GenerationMarine & OffshoreFood Processing EquipmentHeavy EngineeringManufacturingGeneral Industrial Applications
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