Thermoplastics EXAM 📘 Flashcards
1
Q
HDPE
A
Recycled. Low Meltingpoint
Bottles. Piping
2
Q
HIPS
A
Light. Strong
Toys. Packaging
3
Q
LDPE
A
Resistant to chemicals
Tubing. Plastic bags. Bottles. Hard to recycle?
?
4
Q
Acrylic
A
Lightweight. Brittle
Toys and packaging
5
Q
PP (polypropylene)
A
Stiff. Flexible.
Storage crates and car seats
6
Q
ABS
A
Opaque. Stiff. Impact resistant. Hard.
Camera casings and electrical applicants
7
Q
PET
A
Translucent. Hard.
Water / fizzy drinks bottles