PLASTIC MATERIALS

1. THERMOPLASTTICS
1. 1. Polyethylene (PE)
  1. Characteristics: good chemical resistance and non toxic
  2. Objects made: bags, bottles and containers
2. 2. Polystyrene (PS)
  1. Characteristics: very lightweight and transpartent
  2. Objects made: CD and DVD cases and egg cartons
3. 3. PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
  1. Characteristics: highly resistant and very dense
  2. Objects made: pipes, cable coatings and windows
4. 4. Polypropylene (PP)
  1. Characteristics: easy to model and resistant to solvents.
  2. Objects made: toys, folders and packaging
5. 5. PET (polyethylene terephthalate
  1. Characteristics: recyclable and transparent
  2. Objects made: bottles and jars
6. 6. Teflon
  1. Characteristics: resistant to chemicals and high temperatures and non-stick properties
  2. Objects made: frying pans and kitchen utensils
7. 7. Polycarbonate (PC)
  1. Characteristics: resistant to impact and optical transparency
  2. Objects made: electronics and atomotive parts
8. Extra element
  1. acrylics
    1. Characteristics: outstanding strength, , transparent and easy to fabricate.
    2. Objects: soil stabilizers, floor wax and sofas
2. THERMOSET
1. 1. Melamine
  1. Characteristics: resitant to high temperatures and easy to clean
  2. Objects made: kitchen cupboards and coating for wooden boards
2. 2. Bakelite
  1. Characteristics: hard and brittle
  2. Objects made: handles of kitchen utensils andd plugs
3. 3. Polyester resins
  1. Characteristics: rigid and brittle
  2. Objects made: car bodies and domestic swimming pools
4. extra element
  1. silicone
    1. Characteristics: low thermal conductivity, low toxicity and good thermal stability
    2. Objects: cooking utensils and some movil phone cases
3. ELASTOMERS
1. 1. Rubber
  1. Charasteristics: elastic and tear resistance
  2. Objects made: treys and hoses
2. 2. Neoprene
  1. Characteristics: flexible, insulated and waterproof
  2. Objects made: immersion suits and combat equipment
3. extra element
  1. Polybutadiene (PB)
    1. Characteristics: excellent abrasion resistance, low glass transition temperature and high elasticity
    2. Uses: used as an additive to improve the toughness and in the manufacture of tires

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