WRAS EPDM Rubber Strip
WRAS EPDM Rubber Strip
Here at Advanced Seals & Gaskets, we manufacture 1000’s of high-quality rubber strips, sometimes referred to as sealing strips, gasket strips or isolation strips cut from a range of materials some of which are designed for unique industries and applications, one such material is EPDM rubber, used to manufacture EPDM rubber strips.
EPDM rubber is available in a range of grades and hardnesses, one of which includes WRAS approved EPDM (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) which is suitable for contact with wholesome water and is commonly used in applications involving water for human consumption.
This material is manufactured in roll form at 1.4mtrs wide x 10mtrs long and thicknesses starting at 1mm from which EPDM rubber strips can be cut. We produce all our WRAS EPDM rubber made to order using our band saws, strippers, log cutters and even presses depending upon the size and quantity required. In-house production allows us to closely oversee the whole production process to ensure that we consistently produce high quality, competitively priced EPDM rubber strips.
Our WRAS EPDM rubber strips are cut from rolls or sheets, which are manufactured in a range of standard thicknesses starting at just 1mm, these can be supplied coated with self-adhesive backing or laminated to other materials, which can then be cut into strips from 4mm wide and in a choice of pre-cut lengths or in coils in lengths of up to 10meters long.
What are WRAS Solid EPDM Rubber Strips?
WRAS approved EPDM rubber has been specially formulated and manufactured as a safe material for use within potable water applications for human consumption, adhering to BS6920-1:2000 and BS 6920-1:2014 'Suitability of non-metallic materials and products for use in contact and with water intended for human consumption with regard to their effect on the quality of the water'.
WRAS approved EPDM is manufactured in roll form with a cloth impression on both faces and offers an impervious surface ensuring water remains contained. WRAS EPDM rubber strips can be cut in widths starting from around 4mm wide and supplied in pre-cut short pieces or in rolls of up to 10 meters long.
Product Enquiry
For information on WRAS EPDM Rubber Strip please complete the following quick enquiry or call us on +44(0)1384 252555.
Product Specification & Key Characteristics
- Temperature Range: -40°C ±120°C
- Maximum temperature for potable water of up to +23ºC
- Shore Hardness (A) 70°
- Resistance to weathering /chemicals
- Commonly used by water authorities as it meets standards:
- BS6920-1:2000
- BS 6920-1:2014 'Suitability of non-metallic materials and products for use in contact and with water intended for human consumption with regard to their effect on the quality of the water'
Full technical data can be supplied upon request,
or downloaded from our online portal.
Why use WRAS Solid EPDM Rubber Strips?
WRAS approved solid EPDM rubber strips offer an operating temperature range of -40º TO + 120ºC, and for wholesome water of up to +23ºC. They have excellent resistance to weathering, ozone and ageing as well as excellent resistance to acids and bases making them suitable for use in many indoor and outdoor applications.
WRAS approved EPDM rubber has a cloth finished impervious surface ensuring the EPDM rubber strips keep water contained and protected from contamination when used as seals or washers within pipework or water dispensers, water transportation and storage. The material also has a good tensile strength making it suitable for use in more physically demanding applications such as water pumps and protective barriers.
Benefits of WRAS Solid EPDM Rubber for Strip Production
- EPDM rubber strips have an operating temperature range of -40º TO + 120ºC
- An impervious surface allowing In water storage, dispensing and transport
- Easy to cut into usable components such as washers, gaskets, strips
- Good tensile strength for physically demanding applications
- EPDM rubber strips can be supplied with a self-adhesive backing
- Protects drinking water from contamination
Different Grades Available
Advanced Seals & Gaskets work with many material manufacturers and suppliers, giving our customers more choice when looking for specialist EPDM materials, other specialist grades of solid EPDM include:
FDA grades - Food quality EPDM is available in blue and white options. This synthetic material is suitable for use in food and pharmaceutical processing applications. Food quality EPDM offers good resistance to animal and vegetable oils, iis non-toxic and has a working temperature of -25°C up to +140°C.
Peroxide Cured - Vulcanising or curing EPDM using peroxide (as opposed to Sulphur) produces a more superior material with higher temperature resistance, heat resistance and improved oil and chemical resistance, this material is suitable for demanding applications such as nuclear facilities.
Please get in touch if you are unsure which grade of EPDM you require for your application, samples of our materials are readily available for your perusal.
Please contact us using the form below or by calling us on +44(0)1384 252555.