Nitrile

Materials

What is Nitrile?

Nitrile rubber, also known as Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR) or Buna-N is a commonly used synthetic rubber, derived from the compounds Acrylonitrile and Butadiene.

Nitrile has many benefits and is readily available making it a highly utilised material.

What are the benefits of Nitrile?

Nitrile rubber is a widely used elastomer due to its many benefits. Some advantages of Nitrile rubber include:

Good mechanical strength
High chemical resistance to a wide array of chemicals
High resistance to oil, petroleum, water, and alcohol, making it compatible with petroleum-based lubricants
Minimal to no electrical conductivity
Readily available

What profiles and forms of Nitrile are available through AE Components?

AE stocks Nitrile as raw material in sheet, rod and tube in a variety of shapes, sizes, grades and durometers (hardness). Nitrile can also be reinforced with a Nylon insertion for superior strength. AE also stocks non-conductive white Nitrile and can also be supplied with a Nylon insertion. Nitrile can be machined, routed, manufactured or moulded as per customer drawing, sample or specification.

What does AE Components manufacture from Nitrile?

AE Components stocks Nitrile rubber on-site, making it readily available to manufacture custom rubber componentry. Nitrile rubber can be machined, moulded and extruded as per customer specifications. Nitrile components include:

Where is Nitrile used?

Nitrile rubber componentry is primarily used in the below settings:

Power generation Nitrile components – gaskets, seals and bushes
Oil and gas Nitrile components – gaskets, seals and bushes
Food and beverage including wineries and breweries – gaskets and seals
Mining Nitrile components – gaskets and seals
Marine Nitrile components – bushes and seals
Defence Nitrile components – seals, gaskets and bushes
Medical Nitrile components – o-rings for medical equipment
Automotive Nitrile components – seals, gaskets and bushes

How to buy Nitrile from AE Components?

At AE, we pride ourselves on our technical knowledge and customer service.

Enquire – we will work with you to determine your needs.
Quote – we will provide you with a price and lead time.
Accept – simply accept the quote by email reply or phone call.

How to contact AE Components to with any other questions about Nitrile?

Our team at AE Components can assist you with all Nitrile enquires. To find out more information, get in touch with us today.
Drop us a line at [email protected] or call us on (08) 9361 2772.

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