Ebonite and Vulcanite

NvilleDave · Post by **NvilleDave** » Sun Sep 11, 2005 2:24 pm

Are these two materials basically the same thing? If not, can anyone give a pro/con comparison of the two?

Thanks,
Dave

StephenDownie · Post by **StephenDownie** » Sun Sep 11, 2005 2:40 pm

Dave,

They're basically different names for the same thing. Ebonite is sometimes though of as a higher quality material though. A lot depends on the curing process and how much sulphur is added to harden the rubber. Usually a higher sulphur content means that the material will oxidise faster.

BDP · Post by **BDP** » Mon Sep 12, 2005 1:37 am

Dave,

It seems to me that these days vulcanite is usually used to refer to premolded stems, and ebonite to rod stock (hand cut stems).

Brad

LexKY_Pipe · Post by **LexKY_Pipe** » Mon Sep 12, 2005 9:37 am

I have heard that German ebonite is the premier stock. Other opinions?

alexanderfrese · Post by **alexanderfrese** » Mon Sep 12, 2005 11:16 am

There should be at least something, we are "premier stock" supplier for, and if it is only vulcanite…
Man, even Mercedes’ intl. sales are breaking in due to quality issues.

LexKY_Pipe · Post by **LexKY_Pipe** » Mon Sep 12, 2005 11:29 am

Well friend, I've had a C 240 an ML 320, and currently an E 320 and it's the best vehicle I've ever driven.

Oops better be careful or we'll be forced to the general discussion board