In the rapidly evolving automotive industry, tire performance is a critical factor influencing safety, fuel efficiency, and durability. GreenThinking® Carbon Nanotubes (CNT36 & CNT28) represent a revolutionary advancement in tire additives technology, offering unparalleled improvements in mechanical strength, thermal conductivity in tires, wear resistance, and reduce rolling resistance. Beyond tires, Carbon nanotube also demonstrate exceptional performance in fluorocarbon rubber (FKM), ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM), and hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR), making them a versatile rubber chemical for high-performance elastomers.
This article explores:
- The key benefits of carbon nanotubes for tires
- Experimental validation of CNTs in FKM, EPDM, and HNBR for enhanced rubber filler compounding
- Why GreenThinking® CNT is the optimal choice for high performance tire additives
1. The Role of Carbon Nanotubes (CNT) in Tire Enhancement
1.1 Superior Mechanical Properties for High-Stress Performance
Tires are subjected to extreme mechanical stress, including heavy loads, high speeds, and road friction. GreenThinking® CNT36 and CNT28 integrate seamlessly into rubber matrices, significantly enhancing:
- Improve wear resistance – Extends tire lifespan by 30%.
- Puncture & blowout resistance – Reinforces tire integrity for improved safety.
Experimental Insight:
- In FKM rubber, Carbon nanotube addition (0.05 phr) increased tensile strength by 67%.
1.2 Reduced Heat Generation & Enhanced Thermal Conductivity
Thermal conductivity in tires is critical for preventing overheating. CNTs dissipate heat efficiently, enabling:
- Reduce rolling resistance – Improves fuel efficiency by 3-5%.
Data from Testing:
- FKM with CNT (0.05 phr) exhibited improve wear resistance and lower compression set.
1.3 Wear Resistance & Extended Tire Lifespan
CNTs form a nanoscale reinforcement network, improve wear resistance and reducing microcracks.
1.4 Improved Rolling Resistance & Fuel Efficiency
CNTs’ low density helps reduce rolling resistance, critical for EVs.
2. Beyond Tires: CNT’s Impact on Specialty Rubbers (FKM, EPDM, HNBR)
While tires are the primary application, GreenThinking® CNT also enhances:
2.1 Fluorocarbon Rubber (FKM)
- Ideal for special rubber chemical manufacturers seeking high-temperature resistance.
2.2 EPDM
- Rubber additive manufacturers use CNT to boost tear strength by 48%.
2.3 HNBR
- Carbon nanotubes for tires also improve oil resistance in HNBR.
3. Why Choose GreenThinking® CNT?
- Optimized for tire additives and rubber filler applications.
- Trusted by Carbon Nanotube tyre industry manufacturers China and suppliers China.
Conclusion
GreenThinking® CNT36 and CNT28 are game-changers for Carbon Nanotube tyre industry manufacturers China and rubber additive manufacturers. With proven benefits like improve wear resistance and reduce rolling resistance, CNTs are the future of high-performance materials.
**Contact Carbon Nanotube tyre industry suppliers China:
Phone+86 136 7164 1995 | ✉ yorichen@sanezen.com
Visit: www.sanezenrubber.com