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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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 measur...

Table of Contents:

• Processing Characteristics and TestingCompound Performance Characteristics and TestingRubber Compound EconomicsMethodology for CompoundingOverview of Elastomer SelectionGeneral Purpose Elastomers and BlendSpecialty Elastomers and BlendsPolyurethanesThermoplastic ElastomersRecycled RubberCarbon Black and Oil LoadingsNon-Black Filler LoadingsSynthetic Plasticizers and Processing AidsSulfur Cure SystemsCures for Specialty ElastomersPeroxide Cure SystemResin Cures, Resin Reinforcement, and Resin TackifiersASystemsAdhesion Promoters tBrass / Bronze Coated SubstratesBlowing AgentsFlame RetardantsMixing.