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Plastics Flashcards

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PVC

A

Polyvinyl chloride
Thermoforming
-fibre in clothing
-tubing
-weatherproof
(rainwater pipes)

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PMMA

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Acrylic
Thermoforming
-moderate tensile strength
-resistant to UV
(baths)

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PS

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Polystyrene
Thermoforming
-impact resistant
-poor uv resistance
(food packaging)

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PP

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Polypropylene
Thermoforming
-highly flexible
-stress resistant
-water impervious
(fuel cans)

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ABS

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Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene
Thermoforming
-good impact resistance
-chemical resistant
(boat hulls, LEGO)

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MF

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Melamine formaldehyde
Thermosetting
(electrical plugs)

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UF

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Urea formaldehyde
Thermosetting
-high tensile strength
-low water absorption
(toilet seats)

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PF

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Phenol formaldehyde
Thermosetting
-high hardness
-thermal stability
(circuit boards)

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9
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Nylon

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Thermoforming
(bearings)

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Polyester resin

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Thermosetting
-low cost
-easy to use
(circuit boards)

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Epoxy resin

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Thermosetting
-high adhesive strength
(adhesives)

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