MATERIALS
Other Materials

In addition to solid rubber, foam, and sponge, Atlantic Gasket Corporation stocks a variety of other materials such as plastics, vulcanized fibers, cellulose fibers, plant fibers, felt and fabric, as well as composition cork and cork rubber. Based on the physical and mechanical properties of each material, our design engineers can help determine the one that will work best. Contact Atlantic Gasket and let us know your application requirements.

Plastics are available in most major categories of films and sheets for applications such as faceplates, insulators, lenses and shims. Atlantic Gasket fabricates custom gaskets and die-cut parts from plastics including:

• Polycarbonate (Lexan^®)

• Polyester (Mylar^®)

• High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

• Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)

• Teflon^®

• Polypropylene

• Polystyrene

• Vinyl (Rigid and Flexible)

• Acetal

• Polyethylene Terephthalate-Glycol (PETG)

Vulcanized Fiber/Fishpaper is a strong, lightweight, tear-resistant material suitable for a wide variety of electrical and mechanical applications. Electrical insulation grades (fishpaper) or other UL recognized alternatives to vulcanized fiber, offer excellent dielectric strength and formability for electrical and electronic applications. Normal thickness range is .005” to .062".

Cellulose Fiber provides long-term durability and stability in demanding gasketing applications. Typical formulations use organic and inorganic fibers, are bound by polymers, and reinforced to promote crush resistance, torque retention and sealability through a range of parameters, including high-temperature and high-pressure applications throughout the automotive, appliance, industrial maintenance and related fields.

Plant Fiber also known as vegetable fiber, is a strong, flexible, general-purpose material for applications up to 250°F. Normal thickness range is .006” to .125”.

Felt, SAE wool felts and commercial craft felt, as well as Fabric, 100% polyesters and blends, maintain usage in many industrial applications as well as decorative pads and backing in consumer applications. Colored felt shapes are often furnished with self-adhesive backing. Industrial and Commercial fabrics including plush pile synthetics with backing and a wide variety of non-woven materials are currently available at Atlantic Gasket.

Composition Cork is lightweight and stable exhibiting compressibility and moisture resistance, while Cork Rubber is cork bonded to a variety of polymeric rubber elastomers and exhibits good oil, fuel, and heat resistance. Composition cork is popular for many consumer product applications and is often supplied with a pressure-sensitive adhesive backing. Cork rubber is used for sealing a friction application, particularly automotive, pump, and meter applications.