EPDM Gaskets and Rubber Seals for Industrial Applications

PTFE gaskets offer broader chemical resistance, including aggressive acids and solvents, and can withstand higher temperatures (up to 260°C). EPDM gaskets excel in steam, hot water, and outdoor environments with excellent elasticity and compression recovery. EPDM is more cost-effective for water and food applications, while PTFE suits chemically aggressive or extreme-temperature industrial environments.

EPDM rubber seals are widely used in food and beverage processing, drinking water systems, HVAC, automotive, renewable energy, general industrial, and agricultural equipment. Their resistance to water, steam, and ozone makes them a preferred material across sanitary and outdoor applications. Detroit Sealing Components supplies EPDM seals to all these sectors.

Yes. Detroit Sealing Components offers fully custom EPDM gaskets and seals engineered to specific dimensions, hardness levels (40–90 Shore A), and application requirements. Custom geometries are developed using compression, transfer, and injection molding processes. Over 8,000 tooled articles are available, and new parts are added monthly to expand the product line.

EPDM seals typically operate in a temperature range of -55°C to 125°C. This makes them well-suited for hot water, steam, and moderate-temperature industrial environments. For higher-temperature applications above 200°C, materials such as FKM/Viton or VMQ/Silicone are recommended. Detroit Sealing Components can advise on the best material for your specific thermal requirements.

Yes. DSC's Sanitary & Drinking Water Seals are certified to FDA CFR 177.2600, NSF 61, NSF 42, WRAS, W270, UBA (KTW), AS/NZS 4020, and ACS. These certifications ensure safe contact with potable water and food products. Multiple material formulations are available, including EPDM, NBR, and FKM, to meet the specific requirements of your application.

Material selection depends on the media, temperature, and environment. NBR is ideal for petroleum-based fluids and general industrial use. EPDM excels with water, steam, and outdoor exposure. FKM/Viton is best for high temperatures, fuels, and aggressive chemicals. Detroit Sealing Components' technical team provides material consultation to match the right compound to your specific sealing challenge.