Urethane Flat Sheet Stock
More and more people are turning to urethane as an affordable and high-quality alternative to traditional plastic and rubber. Its strength and customizability makes it ideal for applications in many industries. Universal Urethane’s urethane stock sheets are manufactured right here in Toledo, Ohio. In addition to our standard stock, we can create custom formulations and colors to suit your needs.
When it comes to choosing urethane, you have plenty of options for hardness, color, thickness, and more. Universal Urethane’s selection and customer service make it easy to find exactly what you need at a discounted price directly from the manufacturer. We supply the following:
- Standard durometer from 40A to 65D
- Urethane sheets in red, natural, and black (other colors available on request)
- Custom flat sheets
- Standard flat sheets
Variety of uses and applications
Available in different colors, thicknesses, and durometers, urethane sheets have a variety of uses and applications, such as:
- Prototyping
- Metal Fabrication
- Absorbing Pads
- Bumpers
- Pipe pigs
- Manufacturing and machining
- Shock absorbers
- Mold creation
- Noise dampening
- Sealing
- Weatherproofing
What Durometer Should I Use?
There are times when researching for a project, you need to know the hardness of the material you are wanting to use. Please reference our chart with durometers of different products that range from soft to extra hard.
If you have any questions, please contact us or give us a call at 419-693-7400 and one of our technical sales people can assist you.
Industries that use urethane
Aerospace and Aviation
Metal Fabrication
Manufacturing
Prototyping and Engineering
Marine
Military and defense
Foodservice and prep
Insulation and weatherproofing
Automotive
Advantages of Using Urethane
Polyurethane is a unique material that offers the elasticity of rubber combined with the toughness and durability of metal. Polyurethane is up to five times stronger than rubber. Because urethane is available in a very broad hardness range, it allows the engineer to replace rubber, plastic, and metal with the ultimate in abrasion resistance and physical properties. Polyurethane can reduce plant maintenance and OEM product cost. Many applications using this ultra-tough material have cut down-time, maintenance time, and cost of parts to a fraction of the previous figures.
Urethane has become a common replacement for popular materials like plastic and rubber. Its ability to hold up against abrasions and heavy wear and tear is just one of the things that make urethane useful. The following are other advantages polyurethane has to offer:
- High heat resistance (up to 200 degrees Fahrenheit)
- Abrasion resistance
- Dampens noise and vibration
- Cost-effective
- Lightweight and easy to transport
- High load-bearing capacity
- Oil and solvent resistant
- Tear resistant
- Flex-Life
- Standard urethane bumpers sheet stock sizes available
- High resistance to abrasion and impact
- Resistant to many chemical compounds
Superior Impact Resistance
Compared to plastics, urethanes offer superior impact resistance, while offering excellent wear properties and elastic memory.
Urethanes have replaced metals in sleeve bearings, wear plates, sprockets, rollers, and various other parts, with benefits such as weight reduction, noise abatement, and wear improvements being realized.
Colors
- Standard: Red, Natural, or Black
- 20% Up Charge for Special Colors
Availability
- 2-4 business days.
- Call for rush orders.
Hardness Range
Characteristics
- Abrasion and cut resistant
- Chemical and oil resistant
- Machinable and resilient
- Lower tooling cost
- High load bearing capacity
- Elastic memory
Stocked Inventory Dimension Tolerances
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Why Use Polyurethane?
A resilient, tough material, polyurethane can outperform rubber and steel for abrasion resistance and can be injection molded, to any shape. Polyurethanes have exceptional damping abilities to control shock and lessen noise and vibration in the most arduous conditions.
- Outstanding high wear abrasion resistance
- Good low temperature flexibility and impact resistance
- Low compression set
- Good hydrolytic stability
- High compressive strength
- Low gas and vapor permeability, relatively high moisture vapor transmission rates
- Low extractable levels
- Ability to be painted without the use of primers
- High resistance to oils, greases, oxygen and ozone
Advantages of Polyurethane Flat Sheet Stock
Polyurethane Sheet is often used as a replacement for rubber components and provides an obvious upgrade over the traditional material. Polyurethane absorbing pads has a much-improved resistance to wear and can out last other materials by as much as four times.
Another advantage is the performance during load and compression, Polyurethane will out perform rubber which will often permanently deform much sooner resulting in the associated components, often vehicle suspension parts becoming loose and causing lack of control and often expensive damage. Its resistance to ageing or perishing, rubber will often degrade over sometimes a short period of time, but this can often be accelerated in UV exposure and the contact with oils and fuels.
Polyurethane Bumpers is also much more resistant to cutting with sharp edges as well as much more impact resistant.
Urethane flat bumper pad stock can be used to cut out small volume parts for trials and prototyping. Smaller pads can be cut from our stock pads along with longer strips used for bumpers, pads, and protective surfaces. The Polyurethane flat stock can also be easily cut with a water jet to produce low to mid volute quantities of parts without investing in a costly tool.
High-Grade Polyurethane Flat Sheet Stock: Robust and Multi-Purpose Solutions
Urethane flat sheet stock is an exceptional choice for industrial materials, known for its unparalleled toughness, abrasion resistance, and chemical compatibility. Our dedication to quality and innovation transforms these polyurethane sheets into versatile options for different applications.
Industrial-grade Polyurethane can be easily customized to fit any project requirements, making it an ideal solution for a broad range of applications, from sound insulation systems to padding in protective equipment. Whether you’re engineering high-precision machinery components, constructing robust conveyor belt systems, or fabricating custom gaskets and seals, our urethane flat sheets are the perfect choice.
The superiority of urethane flat sheets in industrial applications lies in its unique combination of properties, such as exceptional strength, durability, and flexibility. Its inherent resistance to wear and tear makes it an ideal choice for tough working conditions and heavy-duty applications. Besides that, polyurethane is highly resistant to a wide range of chemicals, oils, and solvents, making it suitable for use in environments where exposure to various substances is common.
Our high-quality Polyurethane flat sheets distinguish themselves by their high load-bearing capacity, which provides excellent support for heavy equipment and machinery. The sheets also offer superior vibration-dampening properties, making it an ideal material for use in the automotive industry, where minimizing vibrations is crucial. Be it for soundproofing, insulation, or creating custom industrial parts; our polyurethane flat sheets have the remarkable strength and versatility to meet your custom project needs.
Industrial Applications of Polyurethane Flat Sheet Stock
- Heavy Machinery Components: Polyurethane flat sheets are widely used to construct high-precision machinery parts due to their excellent strength and durability. They provide superior support for heavy machinery and equipment.
- Protective Linings: Urethane flat sheets are commonly used as a protective lining in various industrial applications, such as conveyor belts, tanks, and chutes. Their resistance to abrasion and chemicals makes them ideal for this purpose.
- Custom Gaskets and Seals: Our polyurethane flat sheets can be easily molded into gaskets and seals of different sizes and shapes, making them perfect for sealing purposes in industrial equipment and machinery.
- Automotive Industry: The exceptional vibration-dampening properties of polyurethane flat sheets make them ideal for use in the automotive industry. They are commonly used in sound insulation systems, suspension components, and other vehicle parts.
- Sound Insulation Systems: Owing to their excellent vibration-damping properties, polyurethane flat sheets are extensively used in soundproofing applications across various industries.
- Protective Equipment Padding: The superior load-bearing capacity and flexibility of polyurethane flat sheets make them perfect for padding in protective equipment, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Custom Industrial Parts: Our polyurethane flat sheets can be easily customized to fabricate various industrial parts, such as rollers, wheels, and bushings, meeting the specific needs of different industries.
About Our Polyurethane Flat Sheet Stock
Our polyurethane flat sheet stock is crafted from top-quality materials and undergoes rigorous quality control measures to ensure high performance and durability. Its exceptional strength, chemical resistance, and adaptability make it ideal for various industry applications.
At Urethane Stock, we offer various polyurethane flat sheet stock options, including different durometer levels and sizes, to cater to the diverse needs of our customers. When you choose our polyurethane flat sheet stock, you can expect high-quality products that meet industry standards and exceed your expectations.
Advantages of Urethane Flat Sheet Stock:
- Exceptional Durability and Resistance: Urethane flat sheets are known for their superior abrasion, cut, and chemical resistance. This makes them ideal for severe applications where traditional materials might fail. They maintain their integrity even under extreme conditions, offering a longer service life and reducing maintenance costs.
- Customization and Versatility: These sheets can be tailored in size, color, and hardness (durometer), making them suitable for various applications. For specific industrial machinery parts or unique design requirements, urethane sheets can be adjusted to meet diverse needs.
- Cost-Effective and Noise Reducing: Compared to metals, urethane sheets are more cost-effective, as they do not require complex processes like welding. They also have the advantage of absorbing noise, which is beneficial in industrial environments where reducing operational noise is crucial.
- Higher Load Bearing and Elastomeric Properties: Urethane sheets outperform most plastics and metals in terms of impact resistance and load-bearing capacity. They can withstand significant impacts without breaking down, making them suitable for heavy-duty applications. Besides, their elastomeric memory allows them to regain their original shape after being stretched or compressed.
- Temperature Resistance: Urethane sheets maintain their performance characteristics, such as elasticity, even under extreme temperatures, making them more versatile than metals and plastics in varying environmental conditions.
- Increased Abrasion Resistance, Rebound, and Tear Strength: Compared to traditional materials like rubber, urethane sheets offer higher abrasion resistance, better elastic memory, and a greater load-bearing capacity. This ensures a longer-lasting product that retains its shape and functionality over time.
Polyurethane Flat Sheet Stock – Technical Specifications
Our Polyurethane flat sheet stock is available in various specifications to meet your unique needs. Here are some key details:
- Material: High-quality polyurethane
- Hardness: Available in 40A, 50A, 60A, 70A, 80A, 90A, and 65D durometer hardness levels
- Dimensions: Customizable to specific requirements.
- Length: Available in 12″x12″, 12″x24″, and 24″x24″
- Color: Available in various colors, including yellow, red, black, natural, and orange.
Our urethane sheets come in several standard thicknesses and colors, but we can also make custom orders to fit your specific needs. Contact us today to discuss your requirements.
Delivering Custom Solutions Tailored to Industry-Specific Needs
At Urethane Stock, we recognize that every industry has unique challenges and requirements. Our commitment to understanding these needs enables us to provide custom solutions perfectly tailored to industry-specific demands.
Whether the automotive industry requires parts with high vibration dampening properties or manufacturing industries need durable protective linings, we have the expertise and flexibility to customize our polyurethane flat sheets accordingly. Our team works closely with you to understand your needs, ensuring the final product meets your expectations and delivers on performance.
- Bonding Made Effortless: Choose sheets with no wax on one or both sides for hassle-free bonding to other materials. This feature simplifies your process, saving time and ensuring a stronger bond.
- Dual Durometer Sheets: Our dual durometer sheets offer toughness and flexibility for those challenging applications. Available in various thicknesses and hardness levels, these sheets are designed to withstand extreme pressure without delaminating.
Ready to Optimize Your Operations with Custom Urethane Sheets?
At Urethane Stock, we pride ourselves on delivering top-quality, durable, and versatile products that meet industry standards. Our team provides materials that meet and exceed your quality, performance, and customization expectations.
Contact us today to discuss your needs and receive a quote for our custom urethane flat sheets. With Urethane Stock, you can expect nothing less than excellence in every aspect of our products and services.