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 is the more appropriate of our current sponge materials to consider. Our closed-cell EPDM is rated excellent for ozone and weather resistance and is rated for use from -20°C to +80°C, making it well 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. Our EPDM is rated up to +80°C, so silicone sponge is generally the more appropriate of our current sponge materials to consider where higher temperatures are involved. Check the temperature rating on the silicone product page against your application before ordering.
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We wouldn’t automatically recommend either material from these answers
Your application involves conditions where material selection needs more care, such as oils, fuels, solvents, temperatures below -20°C, or a safety-critical, structural or electrical use. 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.