Question 5

Explain the difference between Buna-N and Buna-S.

Answer

 

Buna – N

Buna - N is a copolymer of 1,3−butadiene and acrylonitrile. It is also called Nitrile rubber (NBR). It is obtained by polymerization of 1,3-butadiene and acrylonitrile in the presence of sodium .It is used for making oil seels, manufacturing of tank linings, protective gloves etc.



Buna − S

Buna - S is a copolymer of 1,3−butadiene and styrene. It is obtained by polymerization of 1,3-Butadiene and styrene in the ratio 3:1 in the presence of sodium.

In Buna - S, Bu stands for butadiene, Na for sodium and S for styrene. It is also called SBR (Styrene Butadiene Rubber).It has slightly less tensile strength than natural rubber. It is used for making automobile tyres, rubber soles, belts, hoses etc.

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