The high abrasion resistance and resistance to cracking of butadiene rubber has caused it to be used in most of the tire tread compounds. It is most widely used in the manufacture of tires for passenger cars, trucks and racing cars. Also, tire treads are made of polybutadiene copolymers. Butadiene rubber is used in the manufacture of shoes, belts and […]
What are the advantages and disadvantages of Carbon black?
Advantages Carbon black is a black powder produced by the thermal decomposition of coal. Carbon black is used as a pigment, in paint and plastics. It is also a major component in the production of other carbon-based materials such as graphite and activated carbon. Carbon black is a black lumpy powder or granule used as a pigment and an additive […]