Learn the dimension, compression, material and sealing criteria for choosing the right seal for caravan doors, service hatches and body joints.
Seals used on caravan doors, service hatches, storage compartments and various body joints play an important role in sealing against outdoor conditions. Choosing the right profile reduces the ingress of water and dust and also helps hatches close in a more controlled way.
First Step in Choosing a Caravan Seal: The Application Area
The profile geometry required for the main entrance door, a service hatch, a storage compartment or a fixed panel joint may differ. You should therefore look not only at the appearance of the existing seal but also at the surfaces it contacts and how it is mounted.
Which Dimensions Should Be Measured?
Measure the gap between the hatch and the body, the thickness of the channel or sheet metal the seal will be attached to and the overall height and width of the profile. If a push-on edge solution is used, the grip range is also important.
EPDM and Other Profile Options
For applications exposed to the outdoors, material durability is important. EPDM-based profiles are preferred in many sealing applications. The material should be selected according to temperature, sunlight, water and operating conditions.
For push-on solutions, see the Metal-Reinforced Push-On Profiles product group, and for various door applications the EPDM Door Seals product group.
How to Find a Replacement for an Existing Caravan Seal?
A clear cross-section photo of the old seal, a short sample and the key dimensions make it easier to evaluate suitable alternatives. You should also state where the seal is used and the closing direction of the hatch.
Find the Right Caravan Seal with Güçlas
For seal requirements in caravan manufacturing, refurbishment or maintenance, you can share your photos and dimensions with Güçlas.
