Natural Rubber Testing Equipment

Determine the specific properties of natural rubber you need to test. Are you interested in mechanical properties (tensile strength, hardness, elasticity), aging resistance (ozone, heat), thermal characteristics (decomposition, glass transition), or chemical composition? Your primary testing goals will dictate the type of equipment required.

• Mechanical: Tensile Testers, Durometers, Rheometers.
• Aging: Ozone Chambers, Aging Ovens.
• Thermal: TGA, DSC.
• Chemical: FTIR, HPLC.

Verify that the equipment is compatible with relevant natural rubber testing standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO). This is crucial for regulatory compliance, comparability of results, and acceptance in the industry.

• ASTM D412: Tensile properties.
• ASTM D2240: Durometer hardness.
• ISO 1431: Resistance to ozone cracking.

Assess the physical constraints of your lab, including available space, power requirements, and environmental controls. Also, consider the ease of maintenance and calibration support for the equipment.

• Space: Compact vs. larger footprint.
• Utilities: Electrical, air, ventilation needs.
• Service: Local technical support and spare parts availability.