FLASHBACK® MATERIAL GUIDE
Which Sponge Tape Should I Choose?
Answer a few quick questions to compare our EPDM and silicone sponge tapes. We’ll point you towards the material that is generally the better one to consider for your application.
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MATERIAL TO CONSIDER
EPDM sponge tape is likely to be the better starting point
Based on your answers, EPDM’s combination of weathering, ozone and UV resistance makes it the more appropriate of our current sponge materials to consider. It is widely suited to general sealing, gasketing, cushioning and weather-exposed applications.
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MATERIAL TO CONSIDER
Silicone sponge tape is likely to be the better starting point
Based on your answers, temperature resistance appears to be the main consideration. Silicone sponge is generally the more appropriate of our current sponge materials to consider where elevated-temperature performance is required.
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We wouldn’t automatically recommend either material from these answers
Your application involves conditions where material selection needs more care. Please check the relevant product data and, where appropriate, seek technical advice before ordering. Do not rely on this selector for safety-critical, structural or electrical applications.
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This selector provides general information to help compare Flashback® EPDM and silicone sponge tape. It is not an engineering or safety assessment and does not confirm that a product is suitable for a particular installation. Suitability depends on factors including substrate, temperature, compression, exposure, environment and installation. Test the product in the intended application before full use.