THE ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES OF RUBBER
Polysulphide Rubber, TR
The Rubber: |
Introduced to the market by Thiokol Chemical Corporation in 1943.
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Resistance and properties: |
Extremely high resistance to mineral oils, fuel, solvents, oxides and ozone. Good gas impermeability.
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Downsides: |
Unpleasant to process, unpleasant odour.
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Applications: |
In the automotive industry. Poor mechanical properties and poor heat resistance.
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