From RS Pro a high-quality flexible edge protector strip or edging strip with an EPDM rubber sealing section bonded to it. This edge protector performs two functions; the edge protector covers and protects the sharp edges of sheet material such as metal panels and the sponge rubber section provides additional sealing. The edge protector has a robust design which consists of a U shaped metal insert strip covered in an extruded black PVC coating. The edge protection strip is simply pressed into place by hand and the lips in the PVC coating and teeth in the metal insert hold the inserted edge in place using a clamping effect. There is no need for any additional preparatory work, tooling or adhesives.
Features and Benefits
• Made from flexible and durable PVC which is resistant to weathering, sunlight, oxidisation, corrosion and various chemicals • EPDM rubber sealing section for additional sealing and shock absorption • Easy to fit, simply press into place by hand • No extra tools adhesives required • Grooved profile to hold edge into place • Embedded metal insert for extra retention • Wide operating temperature range of -30 to +70 °C • Resistant to weathering • Supplied in 20 m length reels
Applications
Edge protectors are used in a wide range of applications and industries to cover sharp or raw edges on panels and doors. Protection is provided both to the door or panel edge and against injury or damage that the sharp edges may cause. Using these edge protectors also provides a neat finish or decorative effect to an end product. When used with sheet metal material these edge protectors help to reduce noise, wear and tear resulting from vibration. Edge protection strips can be used on plastics and metal work in a wide range of industries and are commonly used in the automotive industry as automotive trimmings. Applications include the following: • Spare tyre and radio compartment cut-outs in cars • Control panels and windows in large machines • Underbody vehicle protection to prevent wires from rubbing • Seat frames in vehicles • Openings in refuse containers
