It also maintains excellent flexibility at low temperatures, has outstanding resistance to high heat, has low compression set, and is a very good electrical insulator. However, it is not recommended for applications that require abrasion resistance, tear and cut-growth resistance, and high tensile strength. Nor is it recommended for resistance to oil, gasoline, solvents, alkalis, and acids. It is not recommended for resistance to oil, gasoline, and hydrocarbon solvents. EPDM is found in a wide range of applications and is good for outdoor use.
Neoprene has moderate resistance to oils and gasoline.
It features good flame resistance, weathers well, and has very good resistance to abrasion, flex cracking, alkalis, and acids. However, expect poor resistance to aromatic and oxygenated solvents and limited flexibility at low temperatures. Neoprene is generally considered an excellent all-purpose elastomer with a solid balance of properties and few limitations. Nitrile has very good oil, gasoline, and abrasion resistance. Its resistance to alkalis and acids increases as the nitrile content of the compound increases.