EPDM Straight Wall Caps

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350°F
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EPDM Straight Wall Caps

Series: EC

EPDM rubber straight-walled masking caps for painting, plating, anodizing & grit blasting (350°F)

EPDM rubber caps are often used for masking parts in anodizing, painting operations, plating tanks and similar thermal applications up to 350°F. Great chemical resistance, reusable, moderate blasting resistance.

Thread Size

2-56, M2, 4-40, M3, 6-32, 6-36, M4, 8-32, 8-36, 10-24, 10-32, M5, M6, ¼-20, 5/16-18, M8, 3/8-16, M10, M12, ½-13, M14, M16, M19, M25

Max Temp

350 °F

Material

EPDM

Color

black

Standard Sizes (40 options)

Popular Sizes

Technical Specifications

Properties

MaterialEPDM
Temperature RatingUp to 350°F / 175°C
ColorBlack
ReusableYes
Resistance CharacteristicsRubber Material Guide

Application Tips

Sizing as Cap
ID should be 2% to 5% smaller than the thread or stud diameter.
Sizing as Plug
OD should be 4% to 7% larger than the hole diameter.
Release Trapped Air
Pierce a small hole in the end of the cap with a finishing nail or scissors to release trapped air during heat cycles.
Custom Solutions

Need a custom plug or cap?

We provide custom masking for powder coating, anodizing, plating and more.

  • EPDM, silicone, FKM, Neoprene & other materials available
  • Capable of handling small & large quantities
  • Single cavity tooling for prototypes or small quantities
  • Multi-cavity production tooling for large quantities
  • Design Engineer on staff to assist with custom masking needs

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