Silicone Rubber Vacuum Seal

Torr manufactures and stocks a number of silicone extrusions used for vacuum seals pressure seals pressure intensifiers and fairing bars.

Silicone rubber vacuum seal.

In space the seals will be exposed to temperatures between 125 to 75 c vacuum atomic oxygen particle and ultraviolet radiation and micrometeoroid and orbital debris mmod. Our vacuum seals are designed with a tapered body to prevent pinching in the parting line. Silicone rubber extrusions and seal. They are ideal for use with sewable upholstery trim fire retardant trim fender flare trim and decorative trim.

Silicone is a material specifically formulated for the high temperatures required in the manufacture of durable silicone and rubber molds. Browse our assortment of rubber edge trim seals great for any project that requires using a trim. In stock and ready to ship. Choose from our selection of silicone rubber seals including high temperature surface mount seals high temperature flange mount seals and more.

Lundberg the inventor of the o ring received the patent. The fda grade silicone elastomer is commonly used as seals in food handling applications because it is made with materials that conform to the standards set. This design also eliminates the compression set which can occur when using traditional o rings. Vacuum sealers the silicone rubber or pressing pad in the upper handle or jaw is the pressing lip which applies pressure to the bag to provide a nice smooth seal.

Translucent silicone material is similar to commercial grade silicone rubber but is a translucent white in appearance. Choosing a vacuum pump vacuum pumps vary in terms of size capability and expense. O rings can be produced by extrusion injection molding pressure molding or transfer molding. The first patent for the o ring is dated may 12 1896 as a swedish patent.

The us patent for the o ring was filed in 1937 by a then 72 year old danish born machinist niels christensen. Do your homework before you buy. Our rubber edge fit trims come in different sizes and can be used in doors and machinery guards. From experience we can tell you that the most expensive is not the best.

We also maintain an inventory of square and round silicone as well as rectangular viton shapes. Its appearance is ideal for aesthetically sensitive applications. Rotary vane vacuum pump with a minimum airflow of 8 cfm. Silicone rubber is the only class of space flight qualified elastomeric seal material that functions across the expected temperature range.