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What is a characteristic of acrylic thermoforming polymers?
What is a characteristic of acrylic thermoforming polymers?
What is a common application of polypropylene (PP) thermoforming polymers?
What is a common application of polypropylene (PP) thermoforming polymers?
Which thermoforming polymer is ideal for buckets, bottles, and pipes?
Which thermoforming polymer is ideal for buckets, bottles, and pipes?
What is a characteristic of melamine formaldehyde thermosetting polymers?
What is a characteristic of melamine formaldehyde thermosetting polymers?
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What is a common application of epoxy resin thermosetting polymers?
What is a common application of epoxy resin thermosetting polymers?
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What determines the selection of polymers?
What determines the selection of polymers?
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What is true about some polymers formed in a mold?
What is true about some polymers formed in a mold?
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What is a source of synthetic polymers?
What is a source of synthetic polymers?
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Study Notes
Thermoforming Polymers
- Can be heated and shaped repeatedly
- Are recyclable
Types of Thermoforming Polymers
Acrylic
- Hard with good plasticity when heated
- Used for car headlights, protective visors, and baths
Polypropylene (PP)
- Lightweight, strong, and tough
- Applications include computer game cases, patio chairs, children’s toys, and food wrapping film
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Low-cost polymer with flexibility
- Used for window and door frames, guttering, and building cladding
High-Density Polythene (HDPE)
- Stiff and lightweight with excellent chemical resistance
- Ideal for buckets, bottles, pipes, and washing up bowls
Polystyrene (PS)
- Inexpensive sheet or foamed polymer
- Used in schools for vacuum forming
Thermosetting Polymers
- Formed once and cannot be recycled
Examples and Applications of Thermosetting Polymers
Melamine Formaldehyde
- Excellent resistance to heat, moisture, scratching, and staining
- Used for kitchen worktops and tableware
Epoxy Resin
- Consists of resin and hardener, creating a strong adhesive
- Used for various applications with good chemical and heat resistance
Urea Formaldehyde
- Hard, stiff polymer with excellent electrical insulation
- Suitable for switches, plugs, and electrical fittings
Polyester Resin
- Formed with a reaction of acids and alcohol
- Commonly used in sheet molding compound and toner of laser printers
Sources of Polymers
- Can be made from natural and synthetic resources
- Synthetic polymers are made from crude oil
- Natural polymers are made from materials like silk, wool, cellulose, and proteins
Properties of Polymers
- Selection depends on factors like cost, resistance to corrosion, strength, conductivity, elasticity, stiffness, or malleability
Finishing of Polymers
- Some polymers formed in a mold are self-finishing
- Cut edges may need finishing
- Additional finishes include paint spraying, rubberizing sprays, heat transfer printing, decals, detailing, vinyl cut graphics, flocking, and laser etching
Availability of Polymers
- Available in various forms such as pellets, granules, foams, films, filaments, sheets, rods, and bars
Differences between Thermoforming and Thermosetting Polymers
- Thermosetting polymers strengthen when heated and cannot be remoulded
- Thermoplastics can be reheated and remoulded without a chemical change
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Learn about the different types of thermoforming polymers, including acrylic, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride, and their various applications.
