Thermosets Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the structure of thermosetting plastics and give one property of it.
A
thermosetting plastics have strong cross links between distinct lattices. Thermosetting plastics cannot be remoulded and recycled.
2
Q
Give the names of three thermosets.
A
- urea formaldehyde
- epoxy resins
- melamine formaldehyde
- polyester resisns
3
Q
Give two uses of urea formaldehyde.
A
- electrical fittings
- adhesisves
4
Q
give two properties of urea formaldehyde
A
- rigid
- hard
- brittle
- electrical insulator
5
Q
give two uses of epoxy resin
A
- surface coatings
- adhesives
