Rubber Molding Materials: Elastomer & Durometer Guide
Guide to Vibration Isolation, Elastomers, and Durometer Selection
Introduction
This guide has been designed by Enterprise Rubber Inc. to assist buyers in the selection of elastomer compounds and durometer (hardness) with a particular focus on vibration isolation mounts. It is intended to serve as an educational tool and to offer general information based on the fundamental properties of each basic compound. The general properties of the elastomers highlighted in this guide can be extended to other molded rubber products.