Abstract
AbstractThe present investigation deals with studies on wettability, miscibility, and morphology of the macromolecularly modified EPDM. Two different maleated EPDM rubbers (grafted rubber) were chosen (0.5 and 1% maleation) for such modification and they were used in various proportions. Wettability of the rubber substrate, as observed from dynamic contact angle measurement, was improved using these grafted rubbers. Results of X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy showed an increase in oxygen level with higher levels of grafted rubber in the blends. Morphology study by transmission electron microscopy showed a smaller domain size for the blend with higher maleic anhydride content in the grafted rubber. The viscosity versus blend ratio results showed a negative deviation behavior for blends with 1% grafted rubber, whereas a positive negative deviation behavior was observed in blends with 0.5% grafted EPDM. As the strength of interaction increased, the glass transition shifted to a higher temperature. All blends were heterogeneous, as indicated by different degrees of dispersion. © 2001 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci 80: 2647–2661, 2001
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