Question

Which one of the following molding processes is the most important in the production of products made of conventional rubber:
(a) compression molding,
(b) injection molding,
(c) thermoforming,or
(d) transfer molding

Answer 1

Answer:(b) Injection molding

Explanation:

Injection molding is the most important in the production of products made of rubber.

It is done by heating the rubber and placing under a high pressure in a molding cavity to activate cure temperature in rubber compound.It encompasses high repeatability and precision.

One major disadvantage of Injection molding is that it is note suitable for all elastomers.