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Transportation Silicones: High-Performance Sheeting Solutions

The transportation sector demands elastomeric materials capable of surviving rigorous thermal cycling, severe mechanical shock, exposure to fuels and oils, and strict safety regulations. ElastaPro Transportation Silicones deliver advanced solid silicone sheeting, fluorosilicone, and extreme flame-retardant materials engineered specifically for automotive OEM, electric vehicle (EV), mass transit rail, heavy truck, and marine applications.

Manufactured in the USA under an AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system, ElastaPro solid silicone sheeting provides die-cutters, converters, and tier-1 suppliers with dependable sealing, insulation, and fire protection.

Core Engineering Performance Properties

Silicone rubber retains its flexibility, tensile strength, and sealing force across environmental extremes where standard EPDM or neoprene compounds fail. ElastaPro formulates transportation-grade silicone sheeting to satisfy critical engineering demands:

  • Flame, Smoke, & Toxicity (FST) Compliance: Formulations engineered to satisfy UL 94 V-0, FAR 25.853, and EN 45545-2 mass transit fire safety benchmarks with low smoke emission and self-extinguishing behavior.

  • Extreme Temperature Stability: Operates continuously from -103°F to 450°F (-75°C to 232°C), with high-temp grades performing up to 500°F (260°C) without embrittlement or compression loss.

  • Chemical & Fluid Resistance: Fluorosilicone (FVMQ) options resist automotive fuels, synthetic oils, coolants, and harsh de-icing chemicals.

  • Low Compression Set: Preserves tight IP67 and IP68 environmental seals under long-term mechanical compression and heavy vibration.

  • Weathering & Environmental Protection: Inherently immune to UV degradation, ozone attack, and atmospheric aging, guaranteeing multi-year service life in exterior vehicle enclosures.

Transportation Applications & Material Specifications

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| Application Sector                | Key Performance Requirement             | Industry Callout / Spec                 |
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| EV Battery Packs & BMS            | Flame barrier, thermal run-away insulation| UL 94 V-0 Yellow Card, ASTM D2000       |
| Mass Transit Rail Interiors       | Low flame spread, smoke, and toxicity   | FAR 25.853, EN 45545-2                  |
| Automotive Engine Compartments    | High heat stability, fluid resistance   | AMS 330X series, SAE J200               |
| Fuel & Fluid Delivery Systems     | Fuel, hydrocarbon, and solvent resistance| MIL-DTL-25988 / Fluorosilicone (FVMQ)  |
| Exterior HVAC & Door Seals        | UV, ozone, and low-temp flexibility     | A-A-59588 Class 2A/2B                   |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Protection

As EV technology advances, high-voltage battery modules require robust thermal isolation and fire barrier protection. ElastaPro extreme flame-retardant silicone sheeting serves as a lightweight thermal barrier between cells, preventing thermal runaway propagation while providing high dielectric insulation.

Mass Transit & Passenger Rail

Public transport vehicles require stringent fire safety compliance. ElastaPro solid silicone materials meet UL 94 V-0 and FAR 25.853 requirements for interior door seals, window gasketing, floor pan isolation, and electrical junction boxes.

Commercial Heavy Truck & Automotive Systems

Under-hood electronic sensors, turbocharger lines, powertrain gaskets, and lighting enclosures must endure intense heat and constant engine vibration. ElastaPro medium-strength and specification-grade silicones maintain a durable seal under extreme temperature fluctuations.

Technical Capabilities & Custom Manufacturing

ElastaPro operates extensive calendering capacity to produce precision silicone sheeting tailored to exact application parameters:

  • Durometer Range: 20 to 90 Shore A hardness.

  • Thickness Options: 0.005” to 0.675” (0.13 mm to 17.15 mm).

  • Roll Widths: Standard 36” and 48”, with custom capabilities up to 67” wide—among the widest in North America.

  • Reinforcements: Fiberglass-reinforced silicone options for elevated tear strength and dimensional stability under high dynamic stress.

Partner with ElastaPro

ElastaPro delivers high-grade solid silicone sheeting with short lead times, full batch traceability, and complete Certificates of Analysis (COA).

To request material data sheets, order samples, or request a quote for your transportation gasketing requirements, visit elastapro.com.