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Thermoforming Polymers Flashcards

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Thermoforming plastics (2)

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. Can be recycled

. It can be melted again and again

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Properties of high impact polystyrene (HIPS)

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. Easy to machine & fabricate
. Can be painted
. Easily mouldable
. Good gloss
. Low volatility
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Common uses of high impact polystyrene (HIPS)

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. Consumer products e.g TV equipment parts, toy instrument panels

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Properties of high density polyethylene (HDPE)

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. Softens at 120°c

. Strong

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Common uses of high density polyethylene (HDPE)

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. Bowls
. Buckets
. Milk crates

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Properties of Acrylic (PMMA)

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. Can be transparent or coloured with pigments
. Hard wearing
. Shatterproof

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Common uses of Acrylic (PMMA)

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. Plastic window
. Bath tubs
. Display signs

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Properties of Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

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Stiff and hard wearing

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Common uses if Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

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. Coverings for electric cables
. Floor and wall coverings
. Packaging

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Properties of Polypropylene (PP)

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. Low density
. High stiffness
. Heat resistance
. Good transparency
. Stretchability 
. Good impact/rigidity balance
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Common uses of Polypropylene (PP)

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. Textiles
. Ropes
. Carpets

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Properties of polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

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. Hard
. Stiff
. Strong
. Dimensionally stable material that absorbs very little water

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Common uses of polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

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. Fibres for clothing

. Containers

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