Precision Rubber Washers Manufactured in the UK
Bluemay Weston manufactures precision rubber washers to standard and bespoke specifications for customers across a wide range of industries. Produced using our punching and water jet cutting capabilities, rubber washers can be supplied in small development quantities through to high-volume production runs.
Rubber washers are flexible, compressible and resilient components commonly used for sealing, cushioning, spacing, vibration reduction and surface protection. Available in a range of specialist rubber materials, they are a practical choice for industrial, automotive, electrical, construction, plumbing, marine and general engineering applications.
Flexible, Compressible and Practical Sealing Washers
Rubber washers offer a useful combination of flexibility, compression and resilience. Unlike rigid plastic or fibre washers, rubber washers can conform between surfaces, helping to create a seal, cushion components or reduce vibration within an assembly.
The most suitable rubber material will depend on the application, including temperature, compression, chemical exposure, outdoor conditions, oil contact and sealing requirements. Bluemay Weston can manufacture rubber washers from a range of material types, helping customers select the most appropriate option for their specific operating environment.
Manufactured to Your Specification
Bluemay Weston manufactures rubber washers in a wide range of sizes, thicknesses and configurations. Components can be produced from existing tooling where suitable, or manufactured to customer drawings and specifications.
Our extensive manufacturing experience enables us to supply rubber washers for applications requiring:
- Sealing performance
- Compression and flexibility
- Cushioning and protection
- Vibration reduction
- Material-specific resistance
- Precision spacing and separation
Rubber washers are supplied to customers throughout the UK and worldwide from our manufacturing facility in Devon.
Specialist Rubber Washer Materials
Bluemay Weston manufactures rubber washers from a range of specialist materials. Each rubber type offers different performance characteristics, so the most suitable material will depend on factors including temperature, chemical exposure, oils, fuels, weathering and sealing requirements.
EPDM Rubber Washers
EPDM washers offer excellent resistance to weathering, ozone, UV exposure and water, making them particularly suitable for outdoor, plumbing and environmental sealing applications.
EPDM Rubber WashersNeoprene Rubber Washers
Neoprene washers provide a versatile balance of flexibility, durability and environmental resistance, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial and general engineering applications.
Neoprene Rubber WashersNitrile Rubber Washers
Nitrile washers, also known as NBR washers, offer excellent resistance to oils and greases and are widely used within automotive, mechanical and industrial applications.
Nitrile Rubber WashersViton Rubber Washers
Viton washers, also known as FKM washers, are designed for demanding applications requiring resistance to elevated temperatures, fuels, oils and many aggressive chemicals.
Viton Rubber WashersButyl Rubber Washers
Butyl washers offer excellent resistance to moisture and weathering together with very low gas permeability, making them useful for specialist sealing and environmental applications.
Butyl Rubber WashersKey Benefits of Rubber Washers
- Flexible and resilient material
- Good sealing characteristics
- Useful for cushioning and protection
- Can help reduce vibration and movement
- Available in specialist rubber grades
- Suitable for wet and outdoor applications, grade dependent
- Can be used for spacing and separation
- Suitable for adhesive backing where required
- Suitable for industrial and engineering applications
- Available in standard and bespoke sizes
Common Applications for Rubber Washers
Rubber washers are commonly used in:
- Sealing applications
- Plumbing and pipework assemblies
- Automotive components
- Electrical assemblies
- Construction products
- Marine applications
- Industrial equipment
- Cushioning and spacing applications
- Vibration reduction applications
- General engineering assemblies
Rubber Washer Characteristics
- Material: Rubber, including EPDM, Neoprene, Nitrile, Viton and Butyl
- Temperature Range: Dependent on material grade
- Electrical Insulation: Dependent on material grade and conditions
- Chemical Resistance: Dependent on material grade and environment
- Water Resistance: Grade dependent
- Flexibility: Good
- Manufacture: Punched and Water Jet Cut
- Availability: Standard and Bespoke Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions About Rubber Washers
Rubber washers are used in applications where sealing, cushioning, spacing, vibration reduction or surface protection is required. They are commonly found in plumbing, automotive, electrical, construction, marine, industrial and general engineering applications.
Bluemay Weston manufactures washers from a range of rubber materials including EPDM, Neoprene, Nitrile, Viton and Butyl. Each material offers different properties, so the most suitable rubber will depend on factors such as temperature, chemical exposure, oils, fuels, weathering and sealing requirements.
EPDM rubber washers are often selected for outdoor applications because EPDM offers excellent resistance to ozone, UV exposure, weathering and water. Other rubber materials may also be suitable depending on the operating conditions and other performance requirements.
Nitrile rubber washers are commonly specified for applications involving oils, greases and many fuels. Viton washers may be preferred where higher temperatures, more aggressive chemicals or particularly demanding fuel and oil resistance are required.
Yes. Rubber washers are widely used for sealing because their flexible and compressible nature allows them to conform between mating surfaces. Effective sealing will depend on selecting the correct rubber material, washer thickness, compression and dimensions for the application.
Yes. Bluemay Weston manufactures rubber washers in both standard and bespoke sizes. Components can be produced to customer drawings, dimensions or samples using punching and water jet cutting techniques.
Many rubber materials offer excellent resistance to water and moisture. EPDM is particularly well suited to many water-based and outdoor applications, whilst the most appropriate material will depend on temperature, pressure, chemical exposure and other operating conditions.
Yes. The flexibility and resilience of rubber can help cushion components and reduce the transmission of vibration between mating surfaces. Rubber washers can therefore be useful in mechanical, automotive and industrial assemblies where vibration reduction is required.
Yes. Rubber washers can often be supplied with adhesive backing where required. This can simplify positioning and assembly by holding the washer in place before the final components or fixings are installed.
Bluemay Weston can manufacture rubber washers in quantities ranging from prototypes and small development batches through to high-volume production runs of many thousands or millions of components, depending on customer requirements.
We are able to offer fast deliveries on components made from stock materials
Simply make a call to our Sales Team on 01769 574574, email us or complete the enquiry form for further information.
