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Swelling Test Explained: How to Measure Crosslink Density

Swelling tests look simple, but they reveal one of the most important secrets of rubber performance: crosslink density. In this episode of My Rubber Heart, you’ll learn how a small piece of rubber soaking in solvent can tell you everything about how well your compound cured — and how to use that data to adjust your process. You’ll see: Why uncured rubber dissolves but vulcanized rubber only swells How solvent type (toluene, MEK, acetone) depends on rubber polarity How to interpret swelling ratio vs. network tightness Real examples showing under-cured, well-cured, and over-cured samples How crosslink density influences hardness, elasticity, and heat resistance It’s a practical tool every technologist should use to verify cure systems and optimize compound performance. Perfect for: Engineering students Materials scientists Industry professionals Chemistry enthusiasts Anyone curious about how everyday materials work NEVER MISS AN EPISODE: Hit SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications! @MyRubberHeart ENGAGE WITH US: Comment below with your questions about rubber modification Share your experiences with modified rubber materials Suggest topics for future episodes ❤️ SUPPORT THE SHOW: Share this video with fellow science enthusiasts Check out our videos from season 1 & 2 #RubberScience #MaterialsEngineering #ChemicalModification #ScienceEducation #Engineering #Chemistry #RubberTechnology #MaterialScience #myrubberheart #IndustryInnovation #STEM #sustainability