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RUBBER

EDEL MICHAEL S. PINGOL


ME190-5 / E01
AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY
RUBBER
• 75% of rubber produced in the world is used in the production of tires
• Dominates directly and indirectly
• Used extensively in the automotive sector
• Rubber components:
• Rubber tires, rubber air bags, rubber floor mats, rubber seal, rubber
bumper, dust cover, and mud flaps
• Uses of rubber in the Automotive industry
CHARACTERISTICS OF RUBBER
• Abrasion resistance
• Chemical and grease resistance
• Excellent resistance to petroleum and oil
• Hot and cold temperature sustainability
• High tear strength
• Ozone resistance
RUBBER PRODUCTS USED IN CARS
• TIRES
• RUBBER PADS ON PEDALS
• O-RINGS, GROMMETS AND SEALS
• BUSHINGS
• RUBBER MATS
RUBBER - TIRES
• Extreme temperatures
• Retain their shape
• Tires that last 15,000 to 20,000 miles under normal conditions
• Good grip – whether in wet or dry conditions
• Noticeably lower noise levels
RUBBER – PADS ON PEDALS
• Anti-slip design
• Safer foot control
• Reliable and extended driving benefits
RUBBER – O-RINGS, GROMMETS, SEALS

• Rubber moldings
• O-rings – to prevent the escape of air and fluid
• Grommets – protect a hole from damage
• Seals – to prevent leaks, vibrations and noise
RUBBER – BUSHINGS
• Provide cushioning
• A-arm bushings
• Sway bar bushings
• Connect the control arms to the frame
RUBBER – MATS
• Vehicle flooring alternative
• Protect car’s interior
• Withstand severe weather

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