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Ethylene propylene diene monomer, commonly known as EPDM, is a synthetic rubber that is highly valued for its excellent resistance to weathering, ozone, and UV radiation. It is a terpolymer synthesized from three monomers: ethylene, propylene, and a small amount of a non-conjugated diene. The diene component, typically ethylidene norbornene (ENB), dicyclopentadiene (DCPD), or vinyl norbornene (VNB), is crucial as it introduces unsaturated sites into the polymer chain, allowing for vulcanization (cross-linking) with sulfur.

EPDM's unique molecular structure provides a combination of properties that make it suitable for a wide range of applications. It exhibits good thermal stability, capable of withstanding temperatures from -50°C to 150°C. Its electrical insulating properties are also noteworthy. EPDM is resistant to polar solvents, dilute acids, and alkalis, although it has poor resistance to hydrocarbon oils and fuels.

Due to its durability and resistance to environmental factors, EPDM is widely used in the automotive industry for weatherstripping, hoses, and seals. It is also found in roofing membranes for buildings, electrical insulation, pond liners, and in various industrial applications requiring flexible, weather-resistant rubber components. The specific type of diene and the ethylene-to-propylene ratio can be adjusted during polymerization to fine-tune the properties of the EPDM rubber for specific end uses.