Other Rubber Solvents

Other Rubber Solvents are substances that are capable of dissolving or softening natural or synthetic rubber. These substances are used in various industries such as rubber production, adhesives, paints and coatings. The selection of the appropriate solvent for a particular application depends on several factors, including the type of rubber, the process temperature and the desired properties of the final product.

Choosing the Right Solvent

Choosing the right solvent for a specific application depends on the following factors:

Type of rubber: Each type of rubber requires a specific solvent.
Process temperature: The process temperature affects the solvent’s solvency.
End product properties: The solvent should be selected so that it does not negatively affect the final product properties such as adhesion, flexibility, and heat resistance.
Safety and environmental considerations: The solvent should pose minimal risk to human health and the environment.

Applications of rubber solvents

Adhesive production: Solvents are used to dilute rubber adhesives and improve their adhesion.
Paint and coating production: Solvents are used to dilute paints and coatings containing rubber.
Equipment cleaning: Solvents are used to clean equipment contaminated with rubber.
Rubber recycling: Solvents are used to recycle old tires and produce new products.