| Property | ASTM/Test | Unit | Typical Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness | D2240 | Shore A | 75 ±5 | Medium-hard |
| Tensile Strength | D412 | MPa | 13.5 | Premium grade |
| Elongation at Break | D412 | % | 400 | High flexibility |
| 100% / 300% Modulus | D412 | MPa | 4.0 / 9.5 | Optimal stiffness & reinforcement |
| Tear Strength (Die C/B) | D624 | kN/m | 40 / 50 | Excellent / Superior |
| Compression Set (22h @100°C / 70h @125°C) | D395B | % | 15-25 | Excellent high-temp resilience |
| Abrasion Resistance | DIN 53516 | mm³ loss | 135 | Excellent durability |
| Thermal Range | D573 | °C | -40 to +130 | Normal sterilization |
| Low Temp Flexibility | D2137 | °C | -50 | Remains flexible |
| Chemical Resistance | D543 | – | Excellent/Good | Strong against acids, alkalis, alcohols, oils; poor for mineral oils & fuels |
| Profile | Leg Height | Base Width | Overall Height | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUB-L8.5 | 8.5 mm | 16.5 mm | 20 mm | Vertical sterilizers, smaller grooves |
| RUB-L9.5 | 9.5 mm | 16.5 mm | 20 mm | Horizontal/cage sterilizers, high-cycle use |
| RUB-L10.0 | 10.0 mm | 16.6 mm | 20 mm | High-cycle horizontal/cage sterilizers |
Ring Sizes: RE-1700 → RE-3500 (1,700mm–3,500mm ID), custom sizes available.
Joint: Vulcanized endless, no visible seam.
| Pressure | Saturated Steam Temp | Continuous Rating | Intermittent Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–3 bar | 120–144°C | Excellent | Unlimited |
| 3.5–4.0 bar | 148–152°C | Good | Up to 100 hrs |
| 4.5–5.0 bar | 156–159°C | Fair → Not recommended | Up to 24–50 hrs |
Compression vs. Sealing Force:
25% compression: over-compression risk
Pressure Activation Factor: Self-energizing effect increases sealing force up to 4.2× at 4 bar.
| Level | Frequency | Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | Operator check | Visual steam leaks |
| Weekly | Technician | Door pressure, seal cleaning |
| Monthly | Supervisor | Partial inspection, compression set |
| Quarterly | Engineer | Full inspection, bolts & alignment |
| Annual | Crew | Complete replacement, groove prep |
Stock Recommendations:
Malaysia