Extruded Rubber Tubing & Cord
Securing reliable extruded components is essential for manufacturing durable industrial equipment and consumer products. At Kismet Rubber Products, we specialize in producing custom extruded rubber tubing and cord designed to meet strict engineering tolerances. With over 60 years of manufacturing experience, we supply the OEM and replacement part markets with high quality components tailored for the electronics, medical and healthcare, food processing, and mass transit sectors. Our ISO 9001:2015 certified facility is equipped to handle everything from short custom runs to high volume production. Our team works closely with engineers to ensure your parts are manufactured precisely to spec, providing you with the exact structural integrity required for your project.
Manufacturing Thick Rubber Tubing and Solid Cylinders
When standard extrusions fall short, buyers require specialized geometries and heavy duty profiles to solve complex engineering challenges. We routinely manufacture thick rubber tubing designed to withstand high pressure environments without collapsing or degrading. For projects requiring dense structural support, we extrude solid rubber cylinder profiles and continuous cord that provide exceptional impact resistance. Our custom extruded rubber profiles are available in coil form, long straight lengths, spooled packaging, or precision cut pieces. We produce these durable profiles to serve as endless ring gaskets, heavy duty door gaskets, O-ring seals, and custom filler strips.
Precision Extrusion Capabilities and Finishing Services
To meet the diverse demands of our clients, we utilize advanced manufacturing techniques within our 100,000 square foot facility. We maintain complete control over the production process by managing all design assistance in house, which includes creating custom extrusion dies and splicing molds. This allows us to produce profiles up to 4.00 inches thick and 6.00 inches wide. We employ multiple curing methods, including continuous cure microwave and steam systems, to ensure tighter tolerances and shorter production cycles. To streamline your assembly process, we offer comprehensive value-added services such as:
- Precision vulcanized splicing
- Injection molded corners and joints
- In-line marking and notching
- Hole punching and slitting
High Performance Materials for Extruded Tubing
Selecting the correct elastomer is the most critical step in ensuring the longevity of your custom parts. Our staff will help you review our extensive inventory of materials to identify the perfect compound for your specific environmental conditions. We extrude tubing and cord using a variety of commercial and specification grade elastomers. We also have the capability to formulate custom compounds if your project requires unique chemical or thermal resistance to meet strict specifications. Our most frequently extruded materials include:
- EPDM for outstanding weather and ozone resistance
- Silicone for extreme high and low temperature stability
- Chloroprene and neoprene for moderate oil and chemical exposure
- BUNA-N for superior petroleum and fuel resistance
- Natural rubber for excellent tensile strength and elasticity
Request a Quote for Custom Rubber Cord and Tubing
We understand that the success of your final product relies heavily on the quality of the individual components you source. We are committed to manufacturing extruded profiles that meet the highest standards of excellence. Reach out to our team today to discuss your material requirements and extrusion tolerances.
1 Neoprene® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers # Neoprene® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers for their brand of Chloroprene Elastomer; Kismet Rubber Products reserves the right to provide a chloroprene material of another manufacturer in lieu of Neoprene®.
FAQs
What is the difference between rubber tubing and cord?
While both are manufactured through the extrusion process, the primary difference lies in their structure. Rubber tubing is hollow inside, allowing it to transport fluids or gases, or act as a compressible seal. Rubber cord is extruded as a completely solid cylinder, making it highly durable and ideal for use as heavy duty O-rings or impact absorbing bumpers.
Do your extruded rubber products meet mil-spec standards?
Yes. We manufacture components that comply with strict military specifications. Additionally, we provide materials that meet FDA, USDA, 3A Sanitary, UL, NSF, and USP Class VI regulatory standards to ensure complete compliance across highly regulated industries.
What curing methods do you use for rubber extrusion?
We employ a variety of vulcanization techniques to match the specific geometry and material of your part. Our facility utilizes continuous cure microwave systems, salt cure processes, steam curing, and HAV systems. This versatility allows us to achieve precise dimensional stability and accommodate long continuous lengths of extruded material.