Processing conditions optimization for PVC plastisol rotational molding

Abstract

In this work we present the optimization of the processing conditions for PVC plastisol rotational molding. The effects of oven temperature, processing time, rotational, speed and amount of plastisol over the degree of curing, physical appearance, and mechanical properties of the molded articles were studied. Also, using a simple mathematical model to simulate the temperature profiles of the plastisol inside of the spherical mold as a function of time, the viscosity change of the plastisol with time is reported. A rotational molding machine laboratory size was used for the experiments. The oven (at different points) as well as the mold (at the inside and outside of the cavity) temperatures were measured as a function of time in order to get a better understanding of the curing process. Such data in conjunction with the model gives the support for process optimization and control.