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LINATEX® VS
Wear resistant uncured rubber for fine
slurry applications
Linatex® VS is an uncured natural rubber compound
designed specifically for use in fine slurry applications
where hot bonding is the preferred method of
installation.
Features
Using the same formulation principles employed in
its industry standard Linatex® Premium Rubber, we
have created a product that worldwide field tests
confirm provides a differentiated wear performance,
when compared to competitor uncured natural rubber
compounds.
•tSuitable for hot bonding
•
tProven ‘best in class’ wear performance in
t fine slurry abrasion when compared to
t other uncured rubbers
•tDelivers lowest cost of ownership
•
tIdeally suited for autoclave curing and
t compression molding
•t6 month shelf life
Applications
•tPipelinest
•tChutest
•tTank linings
•tHoses
Typical Physical Properties
TEST STANDARD
Polymer Type
LINATEX® VS
Natural Rubber
Hardness (IRHD)
3.2
ISO 37 – 2005
21.5 (3118 psi)
Elongation at Break
ISO 37 – 2005
750%
Tear Strength (N/mm)
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ISO 37 – 2005
Tensile Strength (MPa)
Specifically designed two part bonding systems
are available from Weir Minerals. Please consult your
local representative for advice on the most suitable
bonding method.
40
Modulus @500% (MPa)
Bonding Systems and Installation
ISO 48 -1994
ISO 34 – 2004 (Method C)
43 (245 lbsf/in)
Specific Gravity
BS 903: Part A1: 1995
0.95
Resilience
BS 903: Part A8: 1990
83%
Operating Temperatures
(Continuous use)
-40°C to +70°C /
-40°F to +158°F
Color
Red
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