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elastomer

elastomer

1 8.1
A material like rubber that stretches and returns to its original shape
  • noun
  • /ɪˈlæstəˌmɜr/
  • Specialized
translation icon : elastómero
  • Rubber bands are a common example of an elastomer due to their flexibility and ability to regain shape.
  • polyurethane elastomer
  • elastomer sleeve
  • polymeric elastomer

Examples

  • C&M makes the cables for an application and extrudes jackets out of polyvinyl chloride, thermoplastic elastomer, or polyurethane.

    Academic text (2000)

  • FDA-approved elastomer linings ensure filter chamber integrity and avoid maintenance associated with corrosion.

    Academic text (1998)

  • The skull was covered with silicone elastomer between imaging sessions.

    Academic text (2016)

  • The greater the surface area of the elastomer in compression, the higher the torque rating of the coupling.

    Academic text (1996)

  • The first material, an elastomer with properties like those of synthetic rubber, is suitable for window or door seals and flexible tooling.

    Academic text (1995)

  • Series 39, with a reinforced elastomer duckbill sleeve, provides flow-through at minimum pressure drop.

    Academic text (1996)

  • Thus, in most applications, jaw couplings carry a built-in set of replacement elastomers that can be used to reduce replacement costs.

    Academic text (1996)

  • Sleeves are available in a variety of elastomers to ensure maximum product life in any combination of abrasive and/or corrosive applications.

    Academic text (1997)

  • The company is working with two versions: a thermoplastic elastomer as well as a thermosetting crosslinking polymer that would use a photocuring process.

    Academic text (2002)

  • The engineer explained that an elastomer can return to its original shape even after being stretched.

Synonyms

rubber
vselastomer
230 1.0

A strong elastic material from plant sap or made in factories used for things like tires

is a polymer defined by elastic recovery rather than product use
synthetic rubber
vselastomer
  • Specialized
1 4.0

A man-made stretchy material made with chemicals like natural rubber

is a polymer class defined by elasticity rather than production method
silicone rubber
vselastomer
  • Specialized
4.3

A man-made stretchy material that stays flexible in very hot and cold temperatures

is the general elastic polymer without special temperature focus

Surface Forms

elastomer singular
elastomers plural

Morphology

elastomer = elastic (semi-transparent) = elast + mer

Formed from 'elastic' plus the technical suffix '-mer' (a polymer unit); learners will understand the 'elastic' quality but may not know the specialized '-mer' element.

Etymology

Elastomer starts with elastic, which means 'stretchy', and ends with -mer, from a Greek word for 'part' that you also see in polymer. So an elastomer is a material made of many 'parts' that is very 'stretchy' and returns to its original shape after being stretched.