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Natural rubber from Thailand is renowned for its quality and wide usage across various industries. It is made from the latex of rubber trees, mainly the Hevea Brasiliensis species.
Standard (Grade A) rubber sheets
This is the most commonly found type on the market. The sheets are ready for use and have a uniform thickness. Standard rubber sheets come in different sizes. Buyers can easily trim or cut them to fit their specific needs. They also feature a smooth texture and a gleaming finish. This makes them suitable for visible applications. Grade A rubber sheets are affordable and widely available. This makes them the preferred choice for most businesses.
Non-foamed natural rubber sheets
Unfoamed rubber sheets are dense and elastic. They are ideal for applications that need resilience and tough resistance to abrasions, puncturing, cutting, and tearing. Users can find these sheets in various thicknesses. They can provide anything from padded support to very hard-wearing surfaces. Non-foamed rubber sheets do not absorb water. This makes them suitable for wet or humid environments. They also have excellent durability under heavy loads and frequent use.
Natural rubber sheets with reinforced fabrics
Reinforced rubber sheets are made by bonding fabric layers to rubber. These fabrics can be polyester, nylon, or cotton. The sheets are strong and stiff. They add proper rigidity to products and structures. The fabric layers inside the sheets boost their tensile strength. This makes them ideal for heavy use. Reinforced sheets are also very resistant to cuts, abrasions, and punctures. These features make them suitable for industry uses in tension-bearing applications.
Speciality natural rubber sheets
Customised rubber sheets are designed for specific requirements by adding special compounds. Depending on the need, these sheets can be made to have fire-retardant, anti-static, or chemical-resistant properties. They are often produced in small quantities.
Natural rubber has a remarkable combination of elasticity, strength, and resistance to wear and tear, abrasions, and humidity. Its versatility allows it to be used in a wide range of applications across multiple industries.
Automotive industry
Rubber sheets are used to make vehicle tires because of their durability and flexibility. The high elasticity allows the tires to maintain the expected shape, even when under pressure and the ability to grips on the road surface. Thailand's natural rubber is also used for seals, gaskets, and insulation in automobiles. These parts require resistance to heat, oil, and wear.
Medical and healthcare products
Natural rubber is used to make medical gloves, catheters, and rubber bands. It has excellent stretchability and can easily return to its original shape. Latex's compliance is beneficial, especially in applications like blood pressure cuffs. Rubber sheets are also used in making various types of syringes and tissueoids.
Industrial applications
Industrial rubber sheets are meant for heavy-duty applications. These include machinery linings, conveyor belts, and shock absorbers. Thailand's natural rubber is preferred for industrial anti-vibration pads. The pad's ability to absorb shocks and vibrations extends the durability of machinery and minimizes noise.
Consumer goods
Natural rubber sheets are commonly used in household items. These household items include footwear, mats, and elastic bands. Its waterproof properties make it ideal for raincoats and rubber boots. Its flexibility is what enables rubberized surfaces to provide traction.
Agricultural uses
Natural rubber is used in agriculture to make hoses, tapes, and mats. Rubber's stretchability and resistance to tearing are important for functioning in irrigating systems and carrying out planting tasks. In addition, rubber-coated tools and knee pads provide vital protection and comfort for farmers. This increases efficiency while working on fields.
Sports and recreation equipment
The flexibility, elasticity, and durability of rubber make it ideal for sporting goods. These items include balls, mats, and tires for bicycles and motorcycles. It enables a combination of strength and shock absorption. This improves performance and quality for any impact or stress.
Natural rubber has a wide array of industrial applications. It is, therefore, important to select the right type for the intended industrial usage. There are several factors to consider during selection.
Size and customisation options
Rubber sheets come in standard lengths, widths, and thicknesss. These thicknesss range from 1/16″ to 1″ in increments of 1/16″. Buyers should ensure the size fits the intended machinery or equipment. In case of further customisation, buyers should ask the manufacturer if trimming, cutting, or custom sizes are available.
Surface texture
The surface of rubber sheets affects the grip and adhesion properties. A smooth finish provides a clean, sleek surface. This is ideal for applications that require sealing or where minimal friction is needed. A roughened surface better promotes traction and is ideal for flooring and mat applications. It also provides better adhesion in bonding applications.
Expected sheet hardness
The hardness of the rubber sheet determines its applications. Harder sheets with durometers of 70+ shore A are used in applications that require support and are under heavy loads. Softer rubber sheets with a durometer of less than 40 shore A are used for cushioning and padding. They are also used for seals and gaskets.
Layer reinforcement
Some rubber sheets have reinforced fabric layers inside them. These fabrics are usually nylon, polyester, or cotton. These sheets provide extra strength and stiffness to areas that require rigid support. They are also good for use in areas that suffer much wear, cuts, or punctures.
Compatibility with chemicals and temperatures and waterproofing
Buyers should ensure that the rubber sheets have the appropriate specifications for resistance to chemicals, temperatures, and water according to their use. Rubber sheets can be formulated to withstand different kinds of chemicals. These include acids, oils, and solvents. Rubber sheets are also formulated with varying degrees of temperature and water resistance to suit different environments.
Rubber plastic composite combines the unique benefits of both rubber and plastic.
Flexibility and rigidity
Rubber Plastics have elastic properties. They can stretch and bend significantly without breaking. This makes them very useful for seals and gaskets that need to conform to changing surfaces. Plastics give the composite structural rigidity, allowing it to maintain its shape under various conditions.
Resistance to different elements
Natural rubber has superior resistance to abrasion, tearing, cutting, and wear, depending on the grade used. Additionally, rubber compounds are heat, chemical, and UV retardant. This makes them suitable for use in hostile or outdoor environments. Plastics are also resistant to moisture, some chemicals, and electrical conduction. This helps broaden rubber plastics' industrial and commercial applications.
Cost effective for industrial applications
Rubber plastics are relatively inexpensive to manufacture and use in various applications. Their combined durability and flexibility cope with heavy loads and extreme strains. This reduces the need for frequent replacement in industrial uses, leading to lower costs over time. Their lightweight nature as a composite also reduces transportation and installation expenses.
Molding and fabrication capabilities
Plastic components in rubber plastics can be easily fabricated using standard techniques. These techniques include injection molding, extrusion, and casting. This makes them very versatile. The ease of shaping these materials also allows for intricate designs that enhance their functionality. This further adds to the potential uses of rubber plastics in different industries.
Eco-friendly options
With ongoing research into bioplastics and sustainably sourced natural rubber, there is a potential for more eco-friendly formulations. This may cause a reduction in the ecological footprint of rubber plastics. This also meets the increasing demand for greener solutions in today's manufacturing world.
The primary difference between reinforced and unreinforced rubber sheets lies in their structure and the applications they are meant for. Reinforced rubber sheets have fabric layers inside them. These fabrics are usually nylon or polyester. They make the sheet stronger and stiffer. Such sheets are ideal for places that need support and have high levels of stress or wear. These areas include industrial machinery and construction. On the other hand, unreinforced rubber sheets are flexible all the way through. Their entire body is elastic. They are more suited for cushioning, sealing, and minor industrial uses. Unreinforced rubber sheets also have a smoother finish than reinforced sheets. This makes them ideal for sealing applications.
No, reinforced rubber sheets are not always a necessity for tensile strength. While reinforced sheets are preferable in applications that require supporting materials, unreinforced sheets can still perform well under moderate stress. The reinforcements do improve the tensile strength significantly, but certain uses like sealing, gasketing, and cushioning where the stresses encountered are low do not require reinforced rubber sheets.
Among the main ingredients that can potentially shorten rubber's lifespan are heat exposure, deteriorating environmental elements, and incompatible chemicals. Heats and aging drastically affect rubber's elasticity, flexibility, and overall integrity. Deteriorating environmental elements such as ozone, UV light, and oxidation can compromise functional integrity. So, exposing rubber to direct sunlight and deep ozone concentration is not ideal. Chemicals that are incompatible with rubber can cause degradation. They can either chemically react or physically alter rubber structure by swelling, cracking, or breaking down chemical bonds.
The primary telltale signs that indicate it's time to replace a rubber sheet are visible cracks, tearing, loss of elasticity, and surface wear. Deep engravings or excessive worn patches can cause uneven surfaces. If the sheet is hardening or becoming brittle, it won't effectively cushion, seal, or grip as needed. Age also contributes to rubber. Older rubber sheets, regardless of use, will degrade over time. Non-rubber contaminants like mold and mildew can also settle into the rubber over time and harden it, affecting its integrity. Lastly, if a foul odor keeps emanating from the rubber sheet, it's time for a replacement. Old rubber sheets odor unpleasant smells from ozone degradation and volatile organic compounds.
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