Polymer Processes

Question 1

Compression Moulding

Answer 1

-a performed charge is placed between 2 halves of the mould
-the mould is heated to a temperature that will allow the long chain molecules of the thermosetting plastic to fix together
-the mould is closed and held together for a period of time that will allow all cross-links to be formed

Question 2

advantages of compression moulding

Answer 2

-long production runs
-little waste material
-ideal for creating solid parts with thick walls