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Exxon™ chlorobutyl

Our chlorobutyl gradeslate offers a range of polymer viscosities and cure responses through adjustments in functionality and additives content. Compared with regular butyl rubber, Exxon™ chlorobutyl rubber provides an improved compression set and better resistance to heat, ozone and flex fatigue.

 

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Performance and benefits

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    Low permeability

    to better keep air, gasses and moisture in or out depending on application needs

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    Vibration damping

    to mitigate uneven vibration causing potential damage

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    Aging resistance

    Resistance to aging and to weathering from atmospheric exposure for a long lasting quality product

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    Low glass transition temperature

    to fit low temperature applications

  • Wide vulcanization versatility; cure rates are faster than regular butyl rubber and slower than bromobutyl rubber for a flexible and optimized curing process
  • Good adhesion and compatibility to other general purpose rubber, suitable for the most appropriate compounding solutions

Industries and applications

  • When it comes to tires, innerliners can make the difference in fuel efficiency, which can result in a reduction of CO2 emissions.
  • The pharmaceutical industry’s development of new medical drugs and medications calls for a safe delivery of high-quality stoppers.
  • Across many industries, a variety of applications ranging from hoses, adhesives & sealants, sporting leisure, and general rubber goods rely on butyl rubber.

Featured resources

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    Video: Proper air retention can make all the difference

    It’s the everyday moments that can easily go from simple to complex, good to bad, or economical to expensive – simply due to tire inflation. ExxonMobil halobutyl tire innerliners help to keep the air in your tires.

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    Electric Vehicle quiz

    In Electric Vehicles, battery range, tire life and braking distance are directly impacted by tire air pressure. When tires lose air, rolling resistance increases and tire performance is diminished.

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