What are the related uses of carbon black?
Carbon black finds practical use in rubber products and it is used extensively with rubber tires. Since carbon black is used over varying specifications, particle size, structure and surface area play a vital role as a component of rubber, plastics and other related products. Thus, carbon black is produced in different grades to meet the varying needs of manufacturers. Research reveals that the smaller particles of carbon black gives better abrasion resistance qualities when compared to larger particles. With rubber tires, carbon black is used as a pigment and reinforcing shield that helps to divert heat away from the tread and belt area, thereby reducing thermal damage and extending considerably the average life of a tire. Carbon black is also used as a printer toner and with some radar absorbent materials. Nevertheless, it is used in all rubber applications where tensile strength and abrasion wear properties are essential. How is carbon black manufactured? Five processes have been in
