Properties Of Thermoplastics Flashcards by Amy Dolby

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What are the properties of ABS?

A

scratch resistant
rigid , tough
colourful

(Rubber like material)

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What are the properties of HDPE?

A

chemically resistant
high densile strength

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What are the properties of acrylic?

A

can be made to look like glass
comes in sheets, rods, blocks, tubing
brittle
not hard wearing
weather resistant

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What are the properties of HIPS?

A

impact resistant
lightweight
low melting point (easy to reform)

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What is a thermoplastic?

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a plastic that can be reheated and reformed

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What are the properties of polypropylene?

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high chemical resistance
very flexible
stress resistant
impervious to water

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What does PVC stand for?

A

Polyvinyl chloride

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What is PMMA?

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Acrylic

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