Elastomers are dimensionally stable, rubber-elastic and deformable plastics. Elastomers deform under tensile or compressive loads and return to their original shape after deformation.

• Tyres
• Rubber bands
• V-belts and timing belts
• Seals

How fibres work in elastomers:

• Less deformation under compressive load
• Greater tear strength
• Reduced cold contraction and heat expansion
• Improved soundproofing properties
• The fibre orientation results in higher resistance to longitudinal bending and a reduction in transverse bending