thermoplastics Flashcards
1
Q
ldpe properties
A
- very tough
- good chemical resistance
- weatherproof
- available in translucent
- low level of rigidity
2
Q
ldpe uses
A
- detergent bottles
- toys
- carrier bags
- bin liners
- general packaging
- food wrap film
- food trays
3
Q
high density polyethylene (hdpe) properties
A
- available in translucent form
- weatherproof
- tough
- good chemical resistance
4
Q
hdpe uses
A
- chemical drums
- toys
- household and kitchenware
- long life carrier bags
- buckets, bowls
5
Q
polypropylene (pp) can properties
A
- available in translucent
- good chemical resistance
- tough
- good fatigue resistance
6
Q
polypropylene (pp) uses
A
- rope
- folders, folio cases
- food containers
- medical equipment
7
Q
high impact polystyrene properties
A
- hard, rigid, tough
- available in translucent
8
Q
high impact polystyrene uses
A
- yoghurt pots
- single use drink cups
- toilet seats
- refrigerator linings
9
Q
abs properties
A
- extremely tough, hard
- available in opaque
10
Q
abs uses
A
- telephone handsets
- domestic appliances (food mixers)
- remote control casings
- calculator casings
11
Q
pmma properties
A
- tough, hard
- good chemical resistance
- available in translucent
12
Q
pmma uses
A
- car light casings
- CNC laser cut items
- lighting units
- baths
