Mechanical load-bearing capacity is one of the key criteria for the evaluation and selection of gasket materials. Operating conditions are often characterized by friction and pressure, so that the sealing elements are subjected to high stresses.
This applies equally to static and dynamic applications. The mechanical load capacity is not only determined by the type of elastomer material. They also influence production-related parameters such as vulcanization.
The mechanical stress on the sealing elements can be limited by correct design.