- Wide variety of durometers (Hardness)
- High load bearing capacity (both tension and compression)
- Flexibility…elongation and recovery properties are excellent
- Abrasion resistance…
- Tear resistance with high tensil properties
- Property stability in water, oil & grease (especially vital for oilfield)
- Bonding properties…ideal for valves, pistons, inserts and wheels
- High performance in extreme temperatures
- Economical tooling costs…(especially compared to injection molding)
- Pigment variety…wide selection of colors for marketing purposes