Hardness, as applied to elastomers, is defined as the relative resistance of a surface to indention by an indenter of…
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When subjected to load, all elastomers exhibit an increasing deformation with time, known as creep. This occurs at any stress…
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The following cost comparison shows the ratio of prices for selected materials to the lowest cost elastomers: EPDM, SBR, and…
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Compression set tests, described in ASTM D-395, are of two main types: Method A, compression set under constant load; and…
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The shelf life of molded parts assumes storage in controlled environmental conditions, both in terms of temperature and humidity. The…
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There are two types of abrasion: sliding and impingement. Sliding is the passing of an adjacent surface across the elastomer…
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When considering the finish and appearance of molded products, several factors are important to take into account. Machined Finish of…
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In the rubber and urethane industry, it is common to adhere an elastomer to a rigid component. Some examples include…
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In the thermoplastic injection molding process, a common part specification is “no flash allowed.” With plastic, however, mold cavity vents…
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Rubber and urethane provide greater deflection for applied forces than do rigid materials such as metals or ceramics. Most uses…
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