Elastomers, Biopolymers And Polymers Flashcards
Are Elastomers Recyclable?
Yes
What is a Elastomer?
A Elastomer has links betwwen the monomers which are flexible even when the thermoplastic has cooled down.
What does TPE Stand For?
Thermoplastic Elastomers.
What are TPE’s commonly Used For?
Used form wire and cable coatings.
What does LSR Stand For?
Liquid Silicon Rubber
Is LSR a thermosetting elastomer?
Yes
What is a Thermosetting Elastomer?
A polymers that undergo a chemical reaction (often called curing or cross-linking) during processing, leading to a permanently set shape.
What are the properties of Natural Rubber (Elastomer)
Strong, High Tensile Strength, Cold Resistance.
What are the Applications of Natural Rubber (Elastomer)
Car And Vehicle Tyres, Footwear.
What are the properties of Butadiene Rubber (Elastomers)
Tough, Wear Resistance, Electrical Insulator.
What are the Applications of Butadiene Rubber (Elastomers)
Tyres Shoe Soles, Water Hoes.
What are the properties of Neoprene (Elastomers)
Good Thermal Resistance, Tough good oil resistance.
What are the Applications of Neoprene (Elastomers)
Wet Suits, laptop Cases, Shock Absorber seats, door seats.
What are the properties of Silicone (Elastomers)
Flexible, Low Friction, Good weather resistant.
What are the Applications of Silicone (Elastomers)
Flexible Bakeware, Cooking Utensils.
Are Biopolymers, Biodegradable Plastics?
Yes
What are biodegradable plastics?
Plastics that are designed to break down under the right conditions.
What are the Properties And Applications of Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
Clear, flexible, tough and lightweight and Single use plastic bottles, food packaging
What are the Properties And Applications of Low density polyethylene (LDPE)
Very tough, good chemical resistance, weatherproof and Squeezy detergent bottles, carrier bags, food wrap film
What are the Properties And Applications of High density polyethylene (HDPE)
Weatherproof, tough, good chemical resistance and Chemical drums, buckets, bowls
What are the Properties And Applications of Polypropylene (PP)
Good chemical resistance, good fatigue resistance (hinge property) and Rope, folio cases, medical equipment, chair shells, hinged container lids
What are the Properties And Applications of High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)
Hard, rigid, tough and Yoghurt pots, fridge linings, drink cups, toilet seats
What are the Properties And Applications of Polymethyl-methacrylate (PMMA) (Acrylic)
Tough, hard, available transparent or translucent and Car headlights, lighting units, baths
What are the Properties And Applications of Polyamide (Nylon)
Low friction, tough, good chemical resistance and Bearings, gears, combs and brushes
What are the Properties And Applications of Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
Extremely tough, hard, good heat resistance and Telephone handsets, computer casings, electrical item casings.
What are the Properties And Applications of Rigid polyvinyl chloride (uPVC)
Good weathering resistance, fire retardant and Window frames, guttering and pipes
What are the Properties And Applications of Flexible polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Tough, flexible, good chemical resistance and Hose pipes, cable insulation, fake leather
