Plastics Flashcards
What are the properties of polypropylene(Thermoplastic)?
Good chemical resistance, Hard, Light, easily joined, good fatigue resistance, recyclable, impact resistant even at low temperatures, possesses high flexural strength
What are the properties of Polystyrene(Thermoplastic)?
Light, hard, good water resistant, stiff , recyclable
What are the properties of Acrylic( Thermoplastic)?
Weather resistant, Lightweight, Highly transparent,Easily Fabricated and Shaped, hard, stiff
What are the properties of Nylon( Thermoplastic)?
Durable, resistant to wear, Self-lubricating, spins freely, Chemical resistance for cleaning
What are the properties of ABS( Thermoplastic)?
High impact strength, tough, scratch resistant, light, durable, high surface finish, resistant to chemicals
What are the properties of Polythene (Thermoplastic)?
Low density- tough, good chemical resistant, flexible, wide range of colours, electrical insulator,High density
What are the properties of Polyvinyl ( Thermoplastic)?
Weather resistant, stiff, hard, hard, tough, lightweight, flexible, durable
What are the properties of Epoxy resin (Thermosetting)?
High strength, good chemical and wear resistance, low shrinkage
What are the properties of Melamine formaldehyde (Thermosetting)?
Stiff, hard, good heat and chemical resistance, good for outdoors, electrical insulator
What are the properties of Urea-formaldehyde (Thermosetting)?
Heat resistant, hard, strong, wide range of light colours, Brittle, good electrical insulator
What are the properties Foam?
Comfortable to hold,Provides a secure grip, Variety of colours
What are the properties Rubber?
Allowing it to be formed easily,Providing shock absorbance from surfaces, Can be assembled easily,Good road surface contact, Provides a non-slip surface for holding safely
