From silicone to neoprene, each gasket material comes with trade-offs and will perform best in various situations, but how do you know which is best for your application and where should you start?
Have no fear, engineers! The Enclosure Institute™ has created a comprehensive guide on the Rogers website in the newest blog: Top 8 Sealing Material Options: How to Choose the Right One for Your Enclosure.
This blog that breaks down the key differences in compression set resistance, temperature range, chemical compatibility, and cost across eight popular gasket options. With this guide and the Sealing Checklist Workbook (available exclusively to Enclosure Institute™ registrants), you're one step closer to sealing excellence.
Disclaimer: The Enclosure Institute™ is a free educational resource created by Marian, Inc. and Rogers Corporation to help engineers navigate enclosure sealing with expert guidance.
Whether you're sealing an outdoor EV charger, a medical enclosure, industrial equipment, or more, gasket material choice plays a critical role in long-term performance of your enclosure. Learn how to weigh cost against durability and see when it’s worth investing in higher-performance materials like BISCO® silicone or PORON® polyurethane.
Using comparison charts, best practices, and real-world examples, this blog will help point you in the direction of a material type that best fits your application. Every application's needs are unique, so connect with a local Marian rep to talk through the specifics of your application and make sure you're set up for success.
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Coming Up Next in Module 2 of the Enclosure Institute™
- How to Prevent Gasket Failure Part 1
- How to Prevent Gasket Failure Part 2
- What to Know Before Choosing a Pressure Sensitive Adhesive for Enclosure Components
- Case Study: How a Custom Gasket Solved a Costly Leak in a Digital Intercom
