Rubber Blooming: What It Is and How to Prevent It
Encountering a film of dry powder on a new rubber product can be a confusing experience. You may be wondering whether the product is really new or made using an inferior rubber compound. This substance is rubber bloom and while it may not be aesthetically pleasing, it is not unusual to find it even on brand new products.
What is Compression Set in Rubber Products?
Let’s delve into the intriguing world of compression set in rubber materials, where resilience and deformation take center stage. Compression set is the most important characteristic of rubber products. And it’s vital to consider this factor when selecting rubber for a specific project. If you don’t pay attention to compression set value, you may pick a material whose application will fail over time. You don’t want that. Do you?