6MM EPDM Neoprene Fabric

Product Specifications

6mm EPDM Neoprene Fabric – Closed Cell Sponge Rubber Sheet, 100cm Wide

Discover our versatile 6mm EPDM Neoprene Fabric, a flexible and durable closed-cell sponge rubber material designed for automotive, industrial, sealing and insulation applications. With excellent resistance to weathering, ozone and ultraviolet (UV) light, this practical synthetic rubber is ideal for creating custom seals, gaskets, protective padding and insulating components.

Manufactured from EPDM closed-cell sponge rubber, this material combines flexibility, cushioning, thermal insulation and moisture resistance. Its adaptable construction makes it suitable for various indoor and outdoor applications, including vehicle seals, cold room insulation, machinery components and protective weatherproofing.

Featuring a 6mm thickness and 100cm width, this black EPDM rubber sheet can be cut into custom shapes and sizes, making it a practical choice for professional workshops, engineering projects, industrial maintenance and DIY applications.

Key Features

• 6mm EPDM Sponge Rubber: Flexible synthetic rubber material suitable for sealing, insulation and cushioning applications.
• Closed Cell Construction: Helps resist moisture absorption and provides useful insulating properties.
• Excellent Weather Resistance: Suitable for outdoor applications exposed to changing environmental conditions.
• UV Resistant: Offers good resistance to ultraviolet light, helping maintain performance in suitable outdoor environments.
• Ozone Resistant: EPDM rubber is particularly valued for its resistance to ozone exposure.
• Thermal Insulation: Helps reduce heat transfer in suitable industrial and refrigeration applications.
• Sound and Vibration Dampening: Provides cushioning that can help reduce vibration and noise transmission.
• Flexible and Easy to Cut: Can be shaped into custom gaskets, sealing strips and protective components.
• Temperature Resistance: Supplier-stated upper working temperature of approximately 80–100°C.
• 100cm Wide: Convenient width for cutting large sheets and multiple smaller components.
• Black Colour: Practical finish for automotive, industrial and engineering applications.
• Sold by the Metre: Multiple metres supplied as one continuous length.

Ideal Applications

Automotive Door and Window Seals

EPDM sponge rubber is commonly used in automotive sealing applications due to its flexibility and excellent weather resistance.

This 6mm material is suitable for creating custom sealing strips and protective components for vehicle doors, windows, boots and other suitable automotive areas. Its closed-cell construction helps resist moisture while providing a flexible sealing surface.

Vehicle Bonnet and Boot Seals

Ideal for selected vehicle bonnet seals, boot seals, access panels and protective rubber components. The flexible sponge construction provides cushioning and can help reduce unwanted gaps when properly installed.

Industrial Gaskets and Sealing Components

This EPDM rubber sheet is suitable for manufacturing custom gaskets, washers, compression seals and protective components for machinery, cabinets and industrial equipment.

Its flexible construction makes it useful for applications requiring a compressible sealing material, provided the operating conditions are compatible with EPDM rubber.

Cold Room Doors and Refrigeration Seals

EPDM closed-cell sponge rubber offers useful thermal insulation properties, making it suitable for selected cold room door seals, refrigerated enclosures and temperature-controlled storage applications.

When installed correctly, it can help reduce unwanted air movement and heat transfer around suitable joints and openings.

Soundproofing and Vibration Dampening

The sponge rubber structure provides cushioning and can help reduce vibration and noise transmission in suitable installations.

Applications include machinery padding, equipment housings, speaker surrounds, protective panels and vibration-isolation components.

Roofing and Outdoor Weatherproofing

EPDM rubber is valued for its resistance to weathering, UV light and ozone. This material can be used for selected outdoor sealing strips, protective joints and weather-resistant components.

Its closed-cell construction provides moisture resistance, making it useful for appropriately designed weatherproofing applications.

Electrical Equipment and Enclosure Seals

Suitable for selected electrical enclosure seals, protective padding and equipment components where a flexible rubber material is required.

For electrical insulation or safety-critical applications, confirm the relevant technical specifications before installation.

Appliance and Equipment Protection

Use this versatile sponge rubber to create protective strips, cushioning pads and replacement seals for suitable household appliances, storage cabinets and industrial equipment.

Garden and Outdoor Equipment

Ideal for selected outdoor storage seals, garden machinery components, weather-resistant padding and general maintenance projects requiring flexible rubber protection.

Benefits of EPDM Closed Cell Sponge Rubber

Excellent Outdoor Weather Resistance

EPDM rubber is particularly valued for its resistance to ozone, ultraviolet light and environmental weathering. These properties make it a practical choice for outdoor sealing and protective applications.

Flexible and Compressible Construction

The 6mm sponge rubber provides flexibility and cushioning, making it useful for custom seals, protective pads and components requiring a compressible material.

Moisture-Resistant Closed Cell Structure

Unlike open-cell foam, closed-cell sponge rubber helps resist moisture absorption. This makes it useful for weather-resistant seals and protective applications.

Thermal Insulation Properties

The sponge construction helps reduce heat transfer, making EPDM useful for suitable refrigeration seals, insulated enclosures and temperature-control applications.

Sound and Vibration Reduction

Its cushioning properties can help reduce vibration and noise transmission in suitable equipment installations, protective housings and mechanical assemblies.

Easy to Cut and Shape

The material can be cut into strips, washers, gaskets and custom shapes using appropriate tools, making it convenient for maintenance, repair and manufacturing projects.

Cutting and Installation Recommendations

For best results when working with 6mm EPDM sponge rubber:

• Measure the required dimensions carefully before cutting.
• Use a sharp utility knife or suitable cutting equipment to achieve clean edges.
• Cut on a stable, protected work surface.
• Choose an adhesive specifically compatible with EPDM rubber when bonding is required.
• Ensure surfaces are clean and dry before applying adhesive.
• Allow for the correct compression when manufacturing sealing components.
• Avoid exposure to petroleum oils, kerosene and incompatible solvents.
• Test a small section before installing in machinery or critical equipment.
• Confirm temperature and chemical compatibility before use.

Important Material Limitations

Although EPDM sponge rubber offers excellent weather resistance and useful insulating properties, it is important to check suitability for the intended application.

• Oil and Fuel Exposure: EPDM is not recommended for contact with petroleum oils, kerosene or similar hydrocarbon fluids.
• Upholstery and Clothing: The supplier specifically states that this material is not intended for upholstery or clothing applications.
• Temperature: The supplier indicates an upper working temperature of approximately 80–100°C. Suitability depends on operating conditions and exposure duration.
• Waterproof Sealing: Effective water resistance depends on correct installation, compression and joint design.
• Safety-Critical Applications: Confirm the required technical specifications before use in regulated automotive, electrical or industrial systems.

Why Choose Our 6mm EPDM Neoprene Fabric?

Our 6mm EPDM Neoprene Fabric combines the flexibility of synthetic sponge rubber with excellent resistance to weathering, UV light and ozone.

Its closed-cell construction provides useful moisture resistance, thermal insulation and cushioning, making it particularly suitable for automotive seals, industrial gaskets and protective equipment components.

With a practical 100cm width, this rubber sheet can be cut into custom shapes and lengths to suit a variety of professional and DIY applications.

Whether you're replacing vehicle seals, manufacturing industrial gaskets, insulating cold room doors or creating protective rubber components, this versatile EPDM material offers a practical solution for suitable applications.

Choose 6mm EPDM Neoprene Fabric for automotive sealing, industrial gaskets, thermal insulation, vibration dampening and weather-resistant protection.

Please note: Although the product title includes the word "Neoprene", the supplier identifies the material as EPDM sponge rubber. EPDM and chloroprene neoprene are different synthetic rubber materials. This product is not recommended for upholstery, clothing or applications involving petroleum oils and kerosene. Check technical compatibility before use.