Rubber Screw Barrel Manufacturer for Rubber Extrusion Lines

Hot-feed, cold-feed and pin-type rubber screw barrels for rubber extrusion — standard range Ø30–300 mm with L/D 4–20, built for compound, temperature and throughput.

18 Years Ø300 mm Max Diameter 4 + 4 Nitriding & Alloy Furnaces 30+ Countries
Ø30–300mm Screw Diameter
4–20L/D Ratio
3 TypesHot / Cold / Pin
±0.02mm Tolerance
Overview

What Is a Rubber Screw Barrel?

A rubber screw barrel extrudes unvulcanised rubber compound. Unlike thermoplastics, rubber is not melted — it is softened by shear and heat and must be delivered at a controlled temperature low enough to avoid premature scorching, yet consistent enough to hold dimensional stability.

That balance is why rubber extruders use short L/D ratios (typically 4–20) and why the feed form matters: hot-feed machines take warmed strip from a mill, while cold-feed machines take room-temperature strip directly and do all the work in the barrel.

We build hot-feed, cold-feed and pin-type rubber screw barrels, with pin barrels adding rows of pins through the barrel wall to improve mixing and homogenisation of the compound.

Rubber Screw Barrel
Product Types

Rubber Screw Barrel Types

Hot-Feed Rubber Screw Barrel

For lines fed with pre-warmed strip from a two-roll mill. Shorter L/D, lower shear.

Cold-Feed Rubber Screw Barrel

Takes room-temperature strip directly — the most common modern configuration.

Pin-Type Rubber Screw Barrel

Rows of pins through the barrel wall improve mixing and temperature uniformity.

Vented Rubber Barrel

Degassing for compounds releasing volatiles or trapped air.

Silicone Rubber Screw

For silicone compound with specific temperature and cleanliness requirements.

Nitrile / EPDM Screw

Geometry matched to compound viscosity and filler system.

Custom Rubber Geometry

Built to your drawing or reverse-engineered from the worn set.

Hot-Feed Extruder

Barrels for hot-feed rubber preforming and calender feed lines.

Products

Rubber Screw Barrels by Application

Hot-Feed Rubber Screw & Barrel - screw barrel

Hot-Feed Rubber Screw & Barrel

For hot-feed rubber extruders — hose, profiles and cable covering.

Cold-Feed Rubber Extruder Barrel - screw barrel

Cold-Feed Rubber Extruder Barrel

Cold-feed barrel with temperature-control jacket options.

Pin-Type Rubber Barrel & Screw - screw barrel

Pin-Type Rubber Barrel & Screw

Pin-barrel set for better mixing and lower melt temperature.

Rubber Strainer Screw & Barrel - screw barrel

Rubber Strainer Screw & Barrel

For rubber strainer machines filtering compound before calendering.

Rubber Screw Barrel for Sealing Strip Extrusion - screw barrel

Rubber Screw Barrel for Sealing Strip Extrusion

Hot/cold-feed rubber screw barrel for EPDM door, window and automotive seals.

Rubber Screw Barrel for Cable & Wire Jacketing - screw barrel

Rubber Screw Barrel for Cable & Wire Jacketing

Rubber screw barrel for continuous vulcanisation (CV) and cable jacket lines.

Rubber Injection Molding Screw Barrel - screw barrel

Rubber Injection Molding Screw Barrel

Injection-grade rubber screw barrel with precise shot dosing for molded rubber parts.

Rubber Screw Barrel for Tyre Tread Preforming - screw barrel

Rubber Screw Barrel for Tyre Tread Preforming

Hot/cold-feed rubber screw barrel for tyre tread, sidewall and preform extrusion.

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New models are added regularly — or send your drawing or worn sample for a custom build.

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Standard ranges shown below. Non-standard sizes and custom geometry are built to your drawing or sample.

ItemSpecification
Screw DiameterØ30 – Ø300 mm
L/D Ratio4 – 20 (short L/D typical for rubber)
Feed TypeHot feed, cold feed, pin type
Base Material38CrMoAlA, 42CrMo, 40Cr, stainless steel
Nitriding Depth0.4 – 0.7 mm, surface hardness HV 900–1100
Machining Tolerance±0.02 mm on critical fits
Temperature ControlBarrel heating / cooling zones configured to your line
Pin ConfigurationPin rows and count per your specification
Suitable CompoundsNatural rubber, SBR, NBR, EPDM, silicone, butyl, and filled compounds
Lead TimeConfirmed with quotation depending on size and type
Model Range

Rubber Screw Barrel Type Comparison

TypeFeed ConditionTypical L/DTypical Use
Hot-FeedWarm strip from millShort (4–8)Tyre tread, traditional rubber profile
Cold-FeedRoom-temperature stripMedium (8–16)Hose, seal, general profile
Pin-TypeRoom-temperature stripMedium to long (12–20)Compounds needing intensive mixing
VentedEitherMediumCompounds with volatiles or trapped air
Material Options

Materials & Surface Treatment

Material and treatment are selected by the resin you process, filler content and expected service life.

NITRIDED

38CrMoAlA Nitrided Steel

Standard for rubber compound — wear-resistant surface with a tough core.

ALLOY

42CrMo / 40Cr

Higher strength for large-diameter cold-feed machines at high torque.

STAINLESS

Stainless Steel

For silicone, food-grade and hygiene-sensitive rubber applications.

HARDFACED

Hardfaced Flight Surface

Extra abrasion resistance for highly filled rubber compounds.

CHROME

Chrome-Plated Bore

Corrosion protection and easier release for certain compounds.

HR

Hardened Liners

Nitrided and ground liners for cold-feed and hot-feed rubber extruders.

Why Replace

Rubber Extrusion Problems We Help Solve

Common problems we help injection and extrusion plants solve — and how a matched screw barrel fixes them.

Scorching in the Barrel

Excess shear or poor temperature control starts premature vulcanisation.

Correct geometry and thermal design keep compound below scorch temperature.

Temperature Not Uniform

Cold and hot spots give inconsistent compound plasticity and output.

Proper shear profile and zone control homogenise compound temperature.

Output Too Low

Worn clearance or unsuitable geometry limits throughput on cold feed.

Restored clearance and matched geometry raise stable output.

Poor Mixing & Dispersion

Filler and additives are not distributed evenly in the extrudate.

Pin-type configuration improves distributive mixing substantially.

Dimensional Instability

Fluctuating delivery pressure makes profile dimensions drift.

Stable conveying holds extrudate dimensions within tolerance.

Feed Slips and Surges

Polished or worn feed sections starve the screw.

Correctly grooved feed sleeves restore positive feeding.
Manufacturing

How We Build Your Screw Barrel

1

Compound Review

Compound type, filler system, feed form and temperature limits define the design.

2

Type Selection

Hot-feed, cold-feed or pin-type configuration selected with pin layout if required.

3

Machining

Barrel boring and screw turning with heat treatment allowance.

4

Heat Treatment

Nitriding or alternative surface treatment per material selection.

5

Finish Machining

Grinding to final tolerance, with pin holes machined if specified.

6

Inspection & Packing

Clearance verification, rust protection, wooden case packing.

Quality inspection of screw barrel
Quality Control

Inspection Before Every Shipment

  • Material certificate and ultrasonic inspection before machining
  • Hardness report on the nitrided layer
  • Dimensional inspection of bore, screw diameter and flight depth
  • Pin hole position and geometry verification where applicable
  • Concentricity and straightness check after finishing
  • Screw-in-barrel clearance verification
  • Photo record and packing list before dispatch
Applications

Where Rubber Screw Barrel Is Used

Tyre Components

Tread, sidewall, apex and inner liner extrusion.

Hose & Tube

Industrial hose, automotive hose and rubber tube.

Seals & Gaskets

Automotive weatherstrip, door seal and window channel.

Cable Sheathing

Rubber-insulated and sheathed cable.

Rubber Profile

General extruded rubber profile and section.

Conveyor & Belt

Belt cover and skim compound extrusion.

Silicone Products

Silicone tube, profile and medical-grade extrusion.

Rubber Profiles & Seals

Cold-feed extruders for door seals, hoses and trims.

Cable Sheathing

Rubber barrels for continuous cable insulation and sheathing lines.

What Buyers Say

Feedback From Our Customers

“Scorching was costing us material every week. The new cold-feed geometry runs noticeably cooler.”

Process EngineerHose manufacturer, Europe

“The pin barrel improved dispersion on our filled compound. Product consistency is better.”

Production ManagerRubber profile extruder, Asia

“They asked about our compound before quoting rather than just copying dimensions. That was reassuring.”

Plant ManagerSeal manufacturer, North America
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Hot-feed or cold-feed — which do I need?

It depends on your upstream equipment. If strip comes pre-warmed from a two-roll mill, hot-feed suits; if you feed room-temperature strip directly, cold-feed is the modern standard. Tell us your line configuration and we advise.

What is a pin barrel and when is it useful?

A pin barrel has rows of pins protruding through the barrel wall into the compound flow, improving distributive mixing and temperature uniformity. It is useful for compounds that are difficult to homogenise.

Why is rubber L/D so much shorter than plastics?

Rubber is softened by shear rather than melted, and long residence risks scorching. Short L/D keeps residence time low and temperature controlled.

Can you build to my existing machine?

Yes. Send the drawing, the machine model or the worn set and we machine to the original interface so it drops in without line modification.

Do you supply for silicone and specialty compounds?

Yes, including stainless construction for silicone and hygiene-sensitive applications.

What is the lead time?

It depends on diameter, length and treatment. The schedule is confirmed together with the quotation.

Need a matched screw barrel for your machine?

Send the drawing, machine model or worn sample — we confirm the geometry and quote within one working day.

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Tell us the machine model, screw diameter and material you process — we will reply with a matched solution and quotation.

Or write directly to info@xiwangindustry.com · WhatsApp +86-13503734287

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Common Questions

Do you build both hot-feed and cold-feed rubber screws?

Yes, including pin-barrel (transfermix) designs for cold-feed lines. Rubber behaves very differently from thermoplastics, so we build for the viscosity and shear-sensitivity of your compound rather than adapting a plastic screw geometry.

How do you handle the corrosion from rubber additives?

Rubber compounds can be both abrasive and chemically aggressive. We select base steel and surface treatment for the combination — frequently a corrosion-resistant grade under a wear-resistant treatment — instead of treating every rubber job the same.

Can you supply the barrel for pin-barrel extruders?

Yes. Pin holes are machined and indexed to the extruder's arrangement, and the pin bosses are finished to seal against the barrel bore so no material hangs up behind them.

Send Your Inquiry

Tell us your machine model, drawing or worn sample — we reply with a matching proposal and quotation within one business day.