Thermosetting Plastics

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As Level Resistant Materials (Materials and Components) Mind Map on Thermosetting Plastics, created by zoebey on 13/05/2014.
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Thermosetting Plastics
  1. Epoxy Resins
    1. corrosion resistant
      1. electrical resistant
        1. good bond qualities
          1. can cause allergic reactions
            1. suspected of health problems
              1. E.g. adhesives, paints, electronics
              2. Urea Formaldehyde
                1. strong
                  1. hard
                    1. brittle
                      1. heat resistant
                        1. can emit toxic vapours during manufacturing process
                          1. E.g. electrical fittings, domestic appliance components
                          2. Polyester resin
                            1. good electrical insulator
                              1. heat resistant
                                1. brittle
                                  1. can crack
                                    1. E.g. garden furniture, glass reinforced boats and cars
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