Rubber cover

Flat-type rubber covers are oil-resistant, planar protective components designed to block directional metal chip spray and prevent chip accumulation from impairing machine movement, improving operational stability and extending equipment service life.

Product definition and uses

• Flat-type rubber covers are protective panels made from oil-resistant rubber fabric with a flat structure, used to stop metal chips from splashing and to prevent excessive chip buildup that could obstruct mechanical motion.
• The flat configuration is suited to fixed protection zones or straight surfaces and provides a simple, fast solution to channel chip spray away from moving parts.

When it is appropriate to use a flat-type rubber cover

• Chip emission has a clear direction and is concentrated in a specific area
• The protection requirement covers a fixed or linear section of the equipment
• Processing generates significant chip accumulation in localized zones
• Flexible protection with oil and wear resistance is required
• A quick, low-complexity solution to chip interference is preferred

Structural and material design (overview)

• Main body: oil-resistant rubber fabric (thickness specified per requirement)
• Internal options: woven reinforcement for higher tensile strength or unwoven for greater flexibility and light-load applications
• Fixing: can be combined with a corrosion-resistant metal fixing edge or other attachment methods

Main advantages

• Oil-resistant material suitable for metal-cutting environments
• Simple planar design providing direct and stable protection
• Fully customizable dimensions (length, width, thickness)
• Optional mesh/yarn-covered inner layer to increase tensile strength and service life
• Well suited to areas with concentrated metal chip generation

Customized design and manufacturing capabilities

• Custom length, width and thickness to match equipment geometry
• Choice of mesh-reinforced or plain internal structure
• Various fixing-edge profiles and installation methods available
• Designing considers operating conditions (oil volume, chip volume, movement type) and chip source/direction to ensure effective protection and longevity

Application scope

• Conventional machine tools
• CNC machine tools
• Metal-cutting equipment
• Fixed protective areas prone to chip accumulation

FAQ (common issues)

• Difference vs. bellows-type covers: flat-type suits fixed, linear protection and concentrated chip zones; bellows-type suits applications requiring extension/compression and variable stroke.
• Can they withstand large chip volumes: yes, with increased thickness (e.g., 3.0 mm) and mesh-reinforced structure.
• When to select mesh-covered design: choose mesh reinforcement when higher tensile strength or longer service life is needed.
• Are sizes customizable: yes—length, width and thickness can be tailored to equipment dimensions.
• Suitable for very high-temperature chips: not recommended; for extremely hot filings, consider metal protections.

Technical characteristics / specifications

• Material: oil-resistant rubber fabric (grade selectable)
• Internal structure options: woven (higher tensile strength) or unwoven (more flexible)
• Fixing method: compatible with metal fixing edges (corrosion-resistant)
• Common thicknesses: 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm, 2.0 mm, 3.0 mm (3.0 mm for higher chip volumes; not for very high-temperature filings)
• Dimensions: length, width and thickness fully customizable
• Optional mesh/yarn-covered overlay to enhance tensile strength and durability