Thermosetting Plastics Flashcards

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Name 3 thermosetting plastics

A

Melamine Formaldehyde
Polyurethane
Polyester Resins

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Polyurethane

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VERY tough
Water resistant
Forms base of many paints & varnishes

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Melamine Formaldehyde

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Smooth surface
Very hygienic
Excellent insulator

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Polyester Resins

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Impact resistant

Polyester resins + fibreglass = VERY tough material/Glass reinforced plastic - GRP

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