The following sections will be covered during this course:
- Overview of Elastomeric Materials
- The Structure of TPEs and Rubber – A Comparison and Contrast
- Rubber Materials
- Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)
- Nitrile Rubber (NBR)
- Chloroprene Rubber (CR)
- Ethylene Propylene Diene Rubber (EPDM)
- Epichlorohydrin Rubber (CO, ECO)
- Fluoroelastomers (FKM, FPM)
- Silicone Rubber (Q)
- Polyurethane Rubber (PUR)
- TPE Materials
- Styrenic block copolymers (SBC)
- Polyolefin blends (TPO)
- Elastomeric alloys (TPV)
- Thermoplastic urethanes (TPU)
- Thermoplastic copolyester (COPE)
- Thermoplastic polyamide (PEBA)
- Properties – Strengths and Weaknesses of Each Type
- Mechanical
- Thermal
- Chemical
- Processing
- Applications – Where is there overlap – Where are there difference
- Seals, o-rings, gaskets
- Tires
- Hoses
- Belts
- Electrical insulation
- Gripping surfaces
- Toys and recreation
- Medical devices
- Housewares
- Material Selection
- Material Specification
- 30 mins Q&A – Ask your questions directly to the expert!
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