peroxidvulkanizáció
Peroxidvulkanizáció, also known as peroxide curing, is a chemical process used to crosslink polymers, most commonly rubbers. This process involves the use of organic peroxides as curing agents. When heated, these peroxides decompose, forming free radicals. These free radicals then abstract hydrogen atoms from the polymer chains, creating polymer radicals. These polymer radicals can then combine with each other, forming stable carbon-carbon crosslinks between the polymer chains. This network of crosslinks significantly alters the physical and mechanical properties of the polymer.
Unlike sulfur vulcanization, which is more common for unsaturated rubbers, peroxidvulkanizáció is particularly effective for saturated
The process typically involves mixing the polymer with the peroxide and other additives, such as co-agents,