Para rubber sheets

Para rubber sheets are high-quality natural rubber sheets with very good elasticity, resilience and mechanical load-bearing capacity. They are suitable for applications where flexible, shock-absorbing or sealing properties are the main focus and no increased oil or chemical resistance is required.

Typical areas of use are mechanical engineering, jig and fixture construction, workshop equipment as well as protective and backing solutions in industry and trade. Para rubber is characterised by high elongation at break, good abrasion resistance and uniform deformation behaviour. As a result, the sheets can be used in a wide variety of ways, for example as seals, backings, vibration dampers or protective pads.

Delivery is as a cut piece or sheet in defined thicknesses. For applications with different requirements regarding temperature or media resistance, alternative rubber sheets made from synthetic elastomers are available.

Material properties of para rubber

Para rubber is based on natural rubber (NR) and is characterised by very high elasticity and pronounced resilience. The material can be deformed heavily and reliably returns to its original shape. This makes para rubber particularly suitable for dynamically loaded applications.

Also characteristic are high elongation at break and good abrasion resistance combined with soft to medium hardness. Para rubber has a shock-absorbing, vibration-reducing effect and provides uniform force distribution on contact surfaces. These properties are particularly relevant in mechanical engineering and jig and fixture construction.

Temperature resistance is within the usual range for natural rubber applications. Para rubber is not intended for use with oils, greases, fuels or aggressive chemicals. In such cases, alternative rubber sheets made from synthetic elastomers are used.

Areas of use of para rubber sheets

Para rubber sheets are used wherever elastic, shock-absorbing or protective properties are required. Due to the high resilience and good mechanical load-bearing capacity, the material is suitable for numerous technical applications in industry and trade.

Frequent areas of use are backings in mechanical engineering and jig and fixture construction, protective pads for workbenches, covers as well as simple sealing and buffer solutions. Para rubber is also regularly used for vibration damping or to compensate for small unevenness.

For applications with a stronger focus on anti-fatigue protection, slip resistance or surface protection, alternative rubber mats are available. These are designed for large-area loads and usefully complement para rubber sheets in the range.

Formats, thicknesses and cut to size

Para rubber sheets are available in various thicknesses and can be selected according to the application. The material thickness directly influences elasticity, pressure absorption and damping behaviour and should therefore always be adapted to the specific load.

The sheets can be supplied as a cut piece so that they can be integrated directly into existing constructions. Typical cut shapes are rectangular or square sheets, strips as well as simple contours for technical applications. This eliminates subsequent processing on site.

For projects with changing requirements or for material differentiation, rubber sheets made from different elastomers and in other dimensions are also available.

Differentiation from other rubber sheets

Para rubber sheets differ from synthetic rubber sheets above all through their very high elasticity and pronounced resilience. These properties make para rubber particularly suitable for mechanically stressed applications without media contact.

Compared with NBR-, EPDM- or neoprene rubber sheets, para rubber has lower resistance to oils, greases, fuels and chemicals. In return, the material offers particularly uniform stretching and damping behaviour, which is the main focus in many technical applications.

If requirements regarding weather resistance, temperature stability or media resistance are the focus, alternative rubber sheets made from synthetic elastomers are the right choice. Para rubber complements these materials as an elastic solution for purely mechanical areas of use.

Selection and ordering of para rubber sheets

When selecting para rubber sheets, the mechanical load, the desired elasticity and the required material thickness should be the main focus. For shock-absorbing or compensating applications, softer and thicker versions are suitable, while thinner sheets are used for large-area protection or as a backing.

Para rubber is recommended for dry areas of use without contact with oils, greases or chemicals. If higher media or temperature resistance is required, alternative rubber sheets made from synthetic elastomers should be used.

Thanks to the possibility of cut to size, para rubber sheets can be integrated directly into existing applications. This reduces assembly effort and facilitates the implementation of technical solutions in industry and trade.

Storage and handling of para rubber sheets

Para rubber sheets retain their material properties in the long term if they are stored and handled properly. Dry, clean storage areas with constant temperature and without direct sunlight are suitable. Flat storage prevents permanent deformation.

During processing, para rubber can be easily cut and positioned. The elastic material adapts evenly to contact surfaces and supports a stable, damping function when installed. This makes para rubber particularly suitable for recurring assembly and disassembly processes.

For applications with increased requirements regarding environmental resistance or special operating conditions, rubber sheets made from other elastomers are also available, usefully expanding the product range.

Advantages of para rubber sheets at a glance

Para rubber sheets offer a combination of high elasticity, very good resilience and solid mechanical load-bearing capacity. These properties enable reliable use as a damping, protective or compensating material in technical applications.

The material can be processed flexibly, adapts well to uneven surfaces and ensures uniform load distribution. This makes para rubber suitable for permanent use as well as for temporary solutions in workshops, mechanical engineering or jig and fixture construction.

For projects with additional requirements regarding resistance or environmental conditions, rubber sheets made from other elastomers are also available. Para rubber complements these as an elastic solution for mechanically characterised areas of use.

Advice and custom solutions

Para rubber sheets can be used in a wide variety of ways, but require a suitable selection of thickness and format for the respective application. Technical consultation helps to align the material optimally with load, duration of use and assembly conditions.

In addition to standard formats, custom cut pieces are possible that can be integrated directly into existing constructions. This makes para rubber sheets suitable both for individual applications and for near-series solutions in an industrial environment.

For further requirements or for material differentiation, we will be happy to advise you on alternative rubber sheets and support you in selecting a technically suitable solution.

Frequently asked questions about para rubber sheets

What are para rubber sheets particularly suitable for?

Para rubber sheets are suitable for elastic, shock-absorbing and protective applications in a dry environment. Typical cases of use are backings, damping elements, protective pads or simple seals in mechanical engineering and jig and fixture construction.

Are para rubber sheets oil- or chemical-resistant?

Para rubber is based on natural rubber and is used for mechanical applications. For applications with contact with oils, greases or chemicals, other rubber sheets made from synthetic elastomers are better suited.

In which thicknesses are para rubber sheets available?

Para rubber sheets are available in various material thicknesses. The suitable thickness depends on the desired elasticity, the pressure load and the required damping behaviour of the application.

Are custom cut pieces possible?

Para rubber sheets can be supplied as a precisely fitting cut piece. This allows the sheets to be integrated directly into technical applications and used without additional reworking.