Polymers Flashcards
Thermoforming plastics, thermosetting plastics, plastic manufacturing processes
1
Q
Advantages of Thermosets
A
Usually tougher due to cross links
Usually stronger and harder than thermoplastics
Often higher heat resistance
2
Q
Disadvantages of Thermosets
A
Cannot be reformed
When heated, tend to burn
Difficult to recycle
3
Q
Advantages of Thermoplastics
A
Recyclable
Won’t burn if heated
Can be reformed into other shapes
4
Q
Disadvantages of Thermoplastics
A
Lower heat resistance
Not as strong as thermosets
5
Q
Acrylic Advantages
A
Electrical insulator
Stiff
Hard
Durable
Resistant to weathering
Wide range of colour availability
Impact-resistant
Lightweight (somewhat)
6
Q
Acrylic Disadvantages
A
Quite expensive
Brittle
Scratches easily
Not resistant to solvents
7
Q
Acrylic Uses
A
Lighting
CD cases
Car lights
Baths
Glass replacements
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