Product Overview
80 Durometer Industrial Grade Solid Neoprene — Technical Overview & FAQs
Product Overview
The 80 durometer industrial grade solid neoprene (polychloroprene / CR) is an extra-firm, high-strength elastomer designed for applications demanding maximum load-bearing capacity, dimensional stability, and long-term environmental durability.
With its Shore A 80 hardness, this material offers superior resistance to compression set and deformation while maintaining good resilience and elasticity.
It is ideal for heavy mechanical gasketing, shock absorption, and industrial isolation pads exposed to temperature, pressure, and vibration.
Applications
High-load industrial and mechanical gaskets
Mounting pads, spacers, and vibration isolation blocks
Flange and enclosure seals under high clamping pressure
Industrial bumpers, shock-absorbers, and machine feet
Outdoor or high-stress sealing environments
Key Properties
Hardness: Shore A 80 ± 5 (ASTM D2240)
Tensile Strength: ≈ 1000 psi (ASTM D412)
Elongation at Break: ≥ 150 % (ASTM D412)
Compression Set (22 h @ 158 °F): ≤ 25 %
Temperature Range: –20 °F to +220 °F (–29 °C to 104 °C)
Specific Gravity: ~ 1.38 g/cc
Polymer Type: Polychloroprene (CR)
Color / Finish: Black — smooth, powder-free sheet
Environmental Resistance: Excellent ozone and weather resistance; moderate oil resistance
Compliance: RoHS and REACH compliant
FAQs
What is 80 durometer industrial grade solid neoprene used for?
It’s a very firm rubber sheet used in high-load gasketing, vibration isolation, and mounting applications that require maximum strength and minimal compression.
How firm is 80 durometer neoprene compared to other grades?
At Shore A 80, it is the firmest of the standard industrial neoprene grades (40 – 80 A). It offers superior dimensional stability and load support for high-pressure sealing surfaces.
Can 80 durometer neoprene withstand temperature extremes?
Yes — it performs from –20 °F to +220 °F (–29 °C to 104 °C) while retaining elastic recovery and mechanical integrity under repeated thermal cycling.
Is this material suitable for outdoor or oil exposure?
Yes — it resists UV, ozone, and weathering and provides moderate resistance to petroleum oils and lubricants, making it suitable for industrial and outdoor use.
Can this material be custom fabricated or adhesive-backed?
Yes — it is available in sheets, rolls, or die-cut formats and can be laminated with acrylic or rubber pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) for peel-and-stick installation.
Contact H-O Products for 80 Durometer Industrial Grade Solid Neoprene samples, technical data sheets, or custom die-cut fabrication to meet your high-load sealing and vibration isolation requirements - contact us.