Polymers:(Thermo and Thermosetting ) Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Thermosetting plastic?
A
A polymer that once heated sets and can’t be melted down again
2
Q
What is a Thermo plastic?
A
A polymer that can be heated and reshaped however many times needed.
3
Q
What are some examples of thermoplastics
A
Acrylic Nylon Polycarbonate Polyethylene Teflon ABS(Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene)
4
Q
What are some examples of Thermosetting plastics?
A
Urea-formaldehyde
Epoxy resin
Bakelite
5
Q
What processes can be used on thermosetting and thermo plastics?
A
injection molding Extrusion molding Compression molding Vacuum forming Blow moulding Rotation moulding
6
Q
What are some of the uses of various ThermoPlastics?
A
Childrens toys,water bottles,plastic bags
7
Q
What are some of the uses of various thermosetting plastics?
A
kitchen utensil handles, plug sockets,kettles.
