SYNLEX™
speciality materials
OVERVIEW
The synthetic latex specialty material
Synthetic latex offers an alternative to natural latex, with numerous varieties available. These polymers were developed to provide performance characteristics not achieved with natural latex. Synthetic latex can be produced on a large scale, with advancements continually being made in process efficiency and technology.
SYNLEX™ are synthetic latex compounds produced to achieve specific high-performance properties. Some of the primary synthetic polymers used include polychloroprene, nitrile, acrylic, SBR, and polyvinyl acetate.
How does it work?
SYNLEX™ is formulated from various polymers that are man-made. They are typically developed to meet unique properties not achieved with natural latex.
Properties include resistance to oil and chemicals, UV, heat, and abrasion. The end result is SYNLEX™.
Main features
- Formulated for a wide variety of market applications and processing methods.
- Optimized for applications including cohesives, adhesives, dipping compounds, sealants, binders, and coatings.
- Can be used to produce flexible and durable end products.
- Offers outstanding physical toughness and a wide processing temperature range. –Chemical, heat, UV, flame, and abrasion resistance.
COLOR OPTIONS
Color reference chart
Get inspired by a broad range of standard colors.
Visit our Color Finder page for inspiration.
Custom formulations
Talk to your coating expert regarding custom formulations to fit your exact needs.
RESOURCES
Compliance
SYNLEX™ can be formulated to be compliant with certain guidelines.
Ask our experts to see what different types of compliance, certification, or accreditation are available for your product.
PROVEN PERFORMANCE
SYNLEX™ can be tested on demand for various properties.
- Tensile
- Tear
- Elongation
- Swollen Diameter
- Mechanical Stability
- Flame Retardancy
- Total Solids
- Viscosity
- pH
- Hardness
- Bond Strength
- Weight Per Gallon
APPLICATIONS & USES
Dipping
A range of compounds tailored to meet the stringent requirements of straight dipping & coagulant dipping processes.
CONSUMER GOODS & APPLIANCES
- Industrial Boots
- Unsupported Medical Gloves
- Coated Work Gloves
- Finger Cots
- Bulbs / Bellows
- Weather Balloons
- Isostatic Bags
- Medical Cushions
- Anesthesia Breathing Bags
- Urinal Bags
TRANSPORTATION
- Automotive Parts
Cohesives & Adhesives (Cold-Seal & Self-Seal)
SYNLEX™ cohesives are based upon synthetic latex (neoprene) as opposed to natural latex. Surfaces coated with cohesives will only adhere to other substrates coated with the same cohesive.
CONSUMER GOODS & APPLIANCES
- Self-Seal Envelopes
- Napkin Wraps
- Currency Wraps
- Bandage Wraps
- Candy Wrappers
- Luggage Tags
- Apparel Wraps
COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL
- Protective Wrapping Materials
GenGrip Foam Adhesives
A one-part, water-based, natural latex adhesive specifically developed for adhesion for foam-to-foam applications. The adhesive can be sprayed, or brush applied to the foam. This product line is based upon synthetic latex (neoprene) as opposed to natural latex.
This adhesive is predominately used for medical applications where latex sensitivity is a concern.
CONSUMER GOODS & APPLIANCES
- Upholstery
- Foam Mattresses
Resorcinol-Formaldehyde Latex (RFL) Adhesives
SYNLEX™ RFL adhesives are used to treat textiles (nylon, polyester, etc.) to promote rubber to textile bonding. The formulation is a strong, heat resistant, highly flexible adhesive suited for bonding a variety of rubber types to a variety of fabrics & textiles.
CONSUMER GOODS & APPLIANCES
- Fabrics & Textiles
- Wallpapers
COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL
- Conveyor belting
- Hoses and cords
Nitrile Formulations
Nitrile-based SYNLEX™ was formulated to be more chemical and abrasion resistant that that of natural rubber. It is also not prone to induce allergic reactions and offer a wide range of operating temperatures.
CONSUMER GOODS & APPLIANCES
- Medical gloves
- Coated work gloves
- Nitrile glove dots
- Fabric coatings
Customized
SYNLEX™ is a fully customizable solution, from color, formulation, properties, and characteristics.
Ask an expert for all your natural latex compound requirements
