Neoprene (SBR/CR Foam) Material Introduction
Overview
Neoprene, commonly called diving foam (CR foam), is a synthetic rubber foam known for its fine texture, softness, and elasticity. With excellent shock absorption, thermal insulation, waterproofing, and air-tight properties, it has become increasingly popular across industries due to cost reductions and manufacturing advancements.
Our neoprene can be laminated with various fabrics including:
Jersey (T-cloth)
Lycra
N-cloth
Terry cloth
Nylon
OK cloth & imitation OK cloth
Applications:
✓ Wetsuits & diving gear
✓ Sports protective equipment
✓ Shapewear products
✓ Gift items
✓ Thermal bottle sleeves
✓ Fishing waders
✓ Footwear materials
Note: Neoprene lamination requires specialized adhesives and techniques for different applications. With decades of experience, we’ve mastered parameters for all usage scenarios from gifts to professional diving equipment.
Standard Specifications & Varieties
We offer customized formulations with different physical properties:
CR Series: 100% CR for wetsuits/surfing gear
SW Series: 15% CR + 85% SBR for cup sleeves/bags
SB Series: 30% CR + 70% SBR for sports protectors
SC Series: 50% CR + 50% SBR for fishing waders
Custom formulations available
Dimensions:
Standard sheets: 51″×83″ or 50″×130″
Colors: Black/Beige (20+ stock colors; custom dyeing available at 100kg MOQ)
Thickness: 1-45mm (adjustable)
Surface Treatments:
Smooth skin (natural surface)
Textured: Shark skin (coarse), Fine skin, T-pattern, Diamond pattern
Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical Performance:
Excellent flex resistance (88,200+ bending cycles vs. 39,900 for natural rubber)
Shape memory: Returns to original form without creasing
Superior shock absorption & sealing properties
Non-slip surface options
Chemical Resistance:
Stable molecular structure (slow aging/cracking)
Non-toxic & environmentally safe
Flame retardant (UL94 certified)
Water/oil resistant (ideal for repeated washing)
20% higher cost than natural rubber
Temperature Tolerance:
Operating range: -40°C to 150°C
Outperforms standard rubber (-20°C to 100°C)
Typical Applications:
Cable sheaths
Industrial hoses
Construction seals
Bridge bearings
Why Choose Us?
✓ 20+ years neoprene specialization
✓ Custom formulation capabilities
✓ Advanced lamination technologies
✓ Full technical support