Preventing Gasket Swell in Jet Fuel and Hydraulic Fluid Applications
When elastomeric seals and gaskets come into contact with aggressive fluids—such as JP-8 jet fuel, Skydrol, or synthetic hydraulic fluids—one of the most common causes
When elastomeric seals and gaskets come into contact with aggressive fluids—such as JP-8 jet fuel, Skydrol, or synthetic hydraulic fluids—one of the most common causes
When specifying seals, gaskets, and elastomeric components for defense and aerospace applications, standard commercial-grade silicones often fall short. Military platforms operate under severe environmental conditions,
When designing seals, gaskets, or O-rings for aggressive chemical environments, selecting the proper elastomer often comes down to two heavyweights: Fluorosilicone (FVMQ) and Fluorocarbon (FKM).
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) fabricates EMI gaskets for military electronics that need to meet MIL-DTL-83528 requirements for shielding against electromagnetic interference (EMI). The Defense Logistics
EMI Shielding for Enclosure Gaskets Dominic Testo Business Development Manager Specialty Silicone Products Note: This content originally appeared in the December 2025 edition of Rubber
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) makes spec-grade military silicones and fluorosilicones that are engineered for mission-critical applications. At our Made in USA manufacturing facility in Ballston
Aeroderivative turbines are derived from aircraft engines and adapted for ground-based or marine use. They’re used for power generation, marine propulsion, and to drive compressors
Counter-UAS systems protect military assets, critical infrastructure, and civilian populations from unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and drone swarms. They include electronic warfare (EW) platforms that
Summary: This article explains how to select USP Class VI silicones from Specialty Silicone Products (SSP). Our SSP2390 family of elastomers is platinum-cured for high purity.
Summary: Selecting the right EMI gasket material involves balancing electrical conductivity, environmental sealing, and cost-effectiveness. Key materials include silicone or fluorosilicone base elastomers filled with
EMI shielding for drones and UAVs protects sensitive circuits against electromagnetic interference. Typically, these circuits are part of printed circuit boards (PCBs) that are housed within box-like enclosures.
A conductive seal is an elastomeric gasket engineered to provide both environmental sealing and electrical conductivity. These materials prevent water, dust, and fuel ingress while