CSM - Chlorosulfonated Polythene Rubber

Clwyd referenceCSM
ASTM classificationCSM
Typical applications
  • Inflatable boats and kayaks
  • Roofing applications
Advantages
  • Resistant to weathering, oxygen and UV
  • Good high temperature resistance
  • Good oil resistance
Disadvantages
Poor fuel resistance
Available hardness range (Shore A)40 - 80
Upper continuous service temp.125°C
Min. temp. for sealing applications-25°C
Minimum non-brittle  temp. -40°C
Tensile strength (up to)23 MPa
Elongation at break (up to)350%
Price BracketVery low
ASTM 1 OilExcellent
ASTM 2 OilGood
ASTM 3 OilGood
KeroseneGood
Liquid BNone
Liquid 101None
Phosphate esterNone
KetoneNone
TolueneNone
Iso-octaneNone
MethanolExcellent
Acid (weak)Good
Acid (strong)None
Base (weak)Good
Base (strong)None
Hydrogen sulphideNone
SteamAverage
OzoneExcellent
RadiationGood
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