polymers Flashcards
LDPE
thermoplastic
tough, chemical resistant, weather proof, available in translucent, low rigidity
squeezy detergent bottles, carrier bags, bin liners
HDPE
thermoplastic
available in translucent, chemical resistant, weatherproof
household kitchenware, buckets, bowls, long life carrier bags
PP
thermoplastic
available in translucent, tough, chemical resistant, good fatigue resistant
rope, folders, folio cases, food containers
HIPS
thermoplastic
hard, rigid, available in translucent, tough
yoghurt pots, toilet seats, single use drink cups
ABS
thermoplastic
tough, hard, available in opaque
handsets, calculator casings, phone handsets
PMMA
thermoplastic
available in translucent, chemical resistant, tough, hard
car light casings, baths
nylon
thermoplastic
tough, corrosion resistant, temp resistant
textiles, curtain rails, boil in the bag food packaging
rigid PVC
thermoplastic
rigid, opaque, tough, hard, chemical resistant, weatherproof.
external doors, window frames, bank cards
flexible PVC
thermoplastic
tough, flexible, available in translucent, weatherproof, chemical resistant
hose pipes, inflatable products, imitation leather
PET
thermoplastic
strong, rigid, low moisture absorption, chemical resistant
carpets, clothing, industrial strapping
urea formaldehyde
thermoset
hard brittle heat resistant good electrical insulator
electrical fittings, adhesives
melamine formaldehyde
thermoset
hard opaque tough, heat resistant food safe chemical resistant
decorative laminates, picnic ware, buttons
polyester resin
thermoset
rigid, heat resistant, chemical resistant, brittle
castings, used in lay up process for glass reinforced plastic for boat hulls, car parts, chair seats
epoxy resin
thermoset
rigid, clear, hard, tough, chemical resistant
adhesives, surface coatings, encapsulating electrical components
