Griffith open cast Polyurethane elastomers are frequently used in mining, refinery, textile, and printing roll applications which take advantage of these properties.

       Environmental Properties of Polyurethane

While open cast polyurethane elastomers are usually noted for their mechanical properties, they also possess excellent resistance to many environmental influences. 

Polyurethane elastomers benefit from advanced technology allowing superior stability in oils and solvents as compared to conventional hydro-carbon rubber materials.

Open cast Polyurethane elastomers are frequently used in mining, refinery, textile, and printing roll applications which take advantage of these properties.

Environmental Resistance of Polyurethane Elastomers vs. Conventional Rubbers
Environment Polyester Polyurethane Elastomers Polyether Polyurethane Elastomers Natural Rubber Neoprene Rubber Styrene Butadiene Rubber
Heat G F F G G
Cold G G E G G
Weather E E P G F
Ozone Resistance E E P F P
ASTM No.1 Oil E F P G P
ASTM No. 3 Oil E P G P P
Aliphatic Solvents e.g., Heptane E F P G P
Chlorinated Solvents, e.g., Trichloroethane F-G P G P P
Aromatic Solvents e.g., Toluene F P P F P
Dilute Acids e.g. 5% HNO3 P-F F G G F-G
Dilute Alkalies e.g., 5% NaOH P-F F G G F-G

  E=excellent    G=good   F=fair   P=poor

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