Rubber-Cal’s General Purpose Rubber is a durable and versatile sheet elastomer that can be used for a vast range of industrial, commercial, and even residential applications. This industrial rubber product is black in color and specially designed for high performance in physically demanding jobs that require an elastic protective material. Made from a reliable synthetic rubber called Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR), this hard rubber sheeting demonstrates a competitive list of physical resistances, including abrasions, impacts, moisture, and most outdoor weather conditions. SBR is a heavy-duty solid rubber, famed for its intense durability and protective capabilities. The tough black rubber is excellent for absorbing potentially harmful movements to lessen their impact on sub-surfaces, as well as absorbing vibrations to achieve sound-proofing qualities. SBR is also the perfect rubber for traction-oriented applications, as the material naturally demonstrates a high level of grip. The high friction rubber provides slip-resistance for both people and furniture in applications of any kind. The durometer, or hardness rating, of this smooth rubber is classified as 60 Shore A, meaning it has a mid-range hardness with reasonable flex and a moderately strong resistance to indentation. Rubber material with a 60A durometer is versatile and is best suited for applications that require a hard, yet reasonably pliable material. This elastic rubber is thin, with a 1/16-inch gauge that allows it to utilize that flexibility and makes it perfect for highly-detailed applications. This .062” thick, high quality rubber product is available in 5 different gauges and a wide selection of different length and width dimensions, making it the perfect rubber material for a DIY project of any kind.