MDR Cure Curve Explained

How do I Read the Cure Curve from a Moving Die Rheometer?

The most essential test for extruders, injection molders, and mixers is the cure test. Cure characteristics are attained through instruments like a Moving Die Rheometer (MDR). Without the quality control established by the MDR, production of rubber materials would be at a stand still. The video below outlines everything you need to know in order to read the MDR cure curve.

Here is what you will learn:

• The fundamental theory of the Moving Die Rheometer
• Explanation of fundamental units within the curve
• Uses of the MDR
• Calculating Tan Delta
• And more!