Rubber is a very important material that is used in a wide variety of applications such as tyres, pipes, seals and so on. And among rubbers, natural rubber and silicone rubber are two very common types. What is the difference between them?

First of all, natural rubber is processed from the emulsion extracted from the rubber tree. Silicone rubber, on the other hand, is a compound made by reacting silane and oxygen at high temperatures. Thus, they differ in terms of the materials from which they are made.

Secondly, natural rubber and silicone rubber also differ in their physical and chemical properties. Natural rubber has excellent elasticity, toughness and abrasion resistance, but its chemical properties are not stable enough and it is easy to age. Silicone rubber, on the other hand, has excellent high temperature resistance, chemical stability, electrical insulation and environmental adaptability, but its elasticity and abrasion resistance are relatively poor. Therefore, they also have their own advantages and disadvantages in the field of application.

Finally, in terms of price, natural rubber is relatively expensive, while silicone rubber is relatively cheap. This is one of the reasons why they are widely used in various fields.

Overall, silicone rubber and natural rubber each have their own characteristics, and their areas of application can be different. When we choose to use rubber products, we need to choose the right material according to the specific needs. At the same time, we also need to cherish this precious resource and promote the concept of environmental protection and sustainable development to reduce resource waste and pollution at source. Only in this way can we create a better future.