Silicone Rubber Seals and Gaskets for Industrial Applications

Yes, silicone rubber (VMQ) is a true elastomer, but it is synthetically derived from silicone polymers rather than natural or petroleum-based sources. It shares rubber's key properties — flexibility, elasticity, and compressibility — while offering superior thermal stability (-60°C to 225°C), biocompatibility, and chemical resistance that conventional rubbers cannot match.

Silicone rubber seals and gaskets are highly effective at preventing and stopping leaks in both static and dynamic applications. Their excellent compression set resistance and wide temperature range make them reliable in fluid, gas, and steam sealing. For best results, the seal should be correctly sized and seated within the proper groove geometry to ensure full contact.

Silicone rubber (VMQ) seals from Detroit Sealing Components operate reliably from -60°C to 225°C. This makes them suitable for cryogenic processes, steam sterilization, food processing ovens, and high-temperature automotive or industrial environments where standard NBR or EPDM seals would fail prematurely.

Yes. DSC's silicone rubber seals, including our LSR Products manufactured in a Class 1000 cleanroom, are available in food-grade and biocompatible formulations compliant with food industry and medical biocompatibility standards. They are suitable for direct contact with food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices.

Silicone rubber seals serve a broad range of industries including food & beverage, medical & pharmaceutical, automotive, oil & gas, aerospace, agricultural equipment, renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, and drinking water systems. Their versatility in temperature, chemical, and cleanliness requirements makes them a preferred choice across these sectors.

Yes. DSC offers full custom engineering services including CAD design, finite element analysis, and mold design consultation. We produce custom silicone seals in sizes from 10mm to 320mm with hardness levels ranging from 45 to 90 Shore A. Technical consultations are available to help select the right material and configuration for your application.