Vulcanization Press

The Wickert Press WLP 1600 is designed for the vulcanization of rubber parts or silicon rubber parts in laboratories. Rubber compounds can be vulcanized or shaped at a certain temperature and pressure.


The benefits of this machine are:

- Repeated consistency of pressing force adjustment

- Homogeneous temperature distribution

- Good heating ratio

- Rapid cooling



Keywords:

Vulcanization, rubber, press


Measurements / Setups:

For vulcanizing and shaping rubber compounds


Specifications:

Pressure/force range: 160kN-1600kN

Pressing platen dimension: 500x400mm

Maximum temperature: 250oc

Hydraulic control of compact design

PLC-control


Equipment:

Compression mold

Aluminium foil


Publications:

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Location:

West Horst WH115


Research group:

Elastomer Technology and Engineering


Contact:

E. Chichomski / W.K. Dierkes