Gasket Gallery: HCR Silicone Seals
High Consistency Rubber (HCR) silicone is a versatile material widely used in the manufacturing of automotive and industrial gaskets. Known for its unique combination of physical and chemical properties, HCR silicone has become indispensable in applications requiring high performance and reliability under harsh conditions.
This article includes a gallery of some of the HCR silicone seals we manufacture in Mexico, followed by an explanation of key capabilities that help explain why we use HCR silicone for critical applications.
Capabilities of HCR Silicone in Molding Gaskets
The capabilities of HCR silicone in molding automotive and industrial gaskets are attributed to its processability and performance characteristics:
1. Precision Molding: HCR silicone can be molded with high precision, allowing for the production of gaskets with complex geometries and tight tolerances. This is crucial for ensuring a proper fit and effective sealing in various applications.
2. Compression Set Resistance: The material has a low compression set, meaning it can recover its original shape after being compressed. This property is essential for maintaining the integrity of the gasket over time, especially in applications involving repeated compression and decompression cycles.
3. Versatility in Compounding: HCR silicone can be compounded with various additives to enhance specific properties such as hardness, tensile strength, and tear resistance. This flexibility allows manufacturers to tailor the material to meet the exact requirements of different gasket applications.
4. Consistency and Reliability: The consistency of HCR silicone ensures uniform performance across different production batches, which is vital for maintaining quality and reliability in gasket production.
5. Ease of Processing: The material can be processed using various molding techniques, including compression molding, injection molding, and transfer molding. This versatility in processing methods allows for efficient and cost-effective production of gaskets in large volumes.
To learn more about silicone, and other materials we use for molding automotive gaskets, visit our products page.
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