Rubber Technology Compounding and Testing for Performance

• Other Authors: Dick, John S (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Ohio Hanser Publications 2009
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Subjects: Rubber chemistry; Rubber > Testing; Rubber industry and trade
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• Physical Description: xxiii, 567 pages illustrations 25 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781569904657

This book is a practical guide to cost-effective formulating of rubber compounds to achieve optimal processing and performance. It provides a thorough discussion of the principles of rubber compounding, rubber testing, and how various compound changes will affect different properties and test measurements. Rubber compounding is discussed as a series of interdependent systems such as the elastomer system, the filler-oil system, and the cure system. A holistic approach is used to show how changes in these different systems will affect specific compound properties. Much attention is given to trade-offs in properties and emphasis is placed on finding the best balance for compound cost, processing properties, and product performance.