ENDUR® Solid Elastomers
ENDUR® Solid Elastomers are formulated from base polymers which can include polyisoprene, silicone, thermoplastic elastomers, EPDM, and solid urethane. From this polymer base, we develop compounds specifically for document handling and electrophotographic imaging. This enables us to offer a broad range of physical properties from low to medium hardness, with unique surface characteristics, and the desired life properties.
These solid materials have all been compounded for controlled wear, giving longer functional life, good storage characteristics, and resistance to contamination. From high-speed check sorters to low-speed personal printers, they will perform consistently. Plus, they offer chemical resistance and extended operation in the midst of extreme temperatures and humidity.
ENDUR Polyisoprenes
The ENDUR Solid Elastomer family includes several polyisoprene formulations, offering a durometer range of 35 to 55 Shore A with high coefficients of friction (COF). They may be injection, transfer, or compression molded to accommodate special geometric designs, including radial and axial grooves, drive teeth, and other design needs. Because of their high resilience and good tensile and tear properties, ENDUR Polyisoprenes are also excellent for high-speed belt applications.
For the best results with ENDUR Polyisoprenes, the designer should select the right combination of durometer and life properties. Matching functional needs to these properties yields reliable document feeding. High and consistent COF provides paper separation and pick without misfeeds or multifeeds, reduces jam occurrences, and eliminates poor registration while maintaining correct feed rates through document-handling mechanisms.
For additional information or technical support contact a technical representative or call Rogers Corporation Elastomer Components Sales and Service (ECSS) at +1 860.774.9605.
The information contained in this web page is intended to assist you in designing with Rogers ENDUR Components. It is not intended to and does not create any warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or that the results shown on the data sheet will be achieved by a user for a particular purpose. The user should determine the suitability of Rogers ENDUR Components for each application.