Plastics, Elastomers and Polymers Reference Materials

Description: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a synthetic fluoropolymer of tetrafluoroethylene that is widely popular because of its numerous benefits that can be adapted for use across a variety of industries ...

Description: Perfluorinated ion-exchange membranes are developing beyond legacy applications to find use in a wide variety of emerging markets, including renewable energy ...

Description: Many manufacturers rely on the 3D printing resins used in their prototypes to mimic the performance attributes of the final product. Specialty fillers are used to reduce material costs and add ...

Description: What are Plastic Additives? ...

Description: What are the most common types of plastic for injection molding? ...

Description: It's no secret that both thermosetting plastics and thermoplastics play a significant role in the world today, but with so many different material properties, it can be difficult to determine which ...

Description: In addition to staying at the forefront of innovation, today's automotive engineers and OEMs are challenged to develop vehicles that are sleek, efficient and safe. To comply with strict market ...

Description: Catalyst Supports play an equally important role in the catalyst process. ...

Description: The evolution of aircraft structural components is an innovative space, however the shift towards thermoplastic composites has only gained significant momentum in recent years. ...

Description: For high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), in particular, accuracy is king. Column packing, separation and purification influence accuracy, making the quality of the silica gel used an ...

Description: DuPont Interconnect Solutions, a unit of DuPont Electronics & Imaging, today announced the results of a recent research study that show Kapton® ECRC polyimide film provides an eight-fold ...

Description: A recently completed research study conducted by a key customer shows that a new Kapton® polyimide film-when used to insulate the conductors found in high-performance traction motors for the ...

Description: Shims compensate for parts with poor tolerances, ensure level mounting, create level surfaces and can even be used as wear parts between mating surfaces. ...

Description: Fluoroelastomers have the highest heat resistance of all synthetic rubbers, which gives them a distinct advantage in challenging applications. Today's newest fluoroelastomer grades can even co-cure ...

Description: The Challenge: to find an innovative rubber band that could change flower delivery expectations for KaBloom Flowers, Gifts and More®! ...

Description: Five Reasons to Switch to Silicone for Industrial Rubber Parts UV & Ozone Resistance Extreme Cold & High Heat Endurance Range of Durometers Color Options Custom Variations From pharmaceuticals to food ...

Description: When manufacturing injection molded plastic products, correctly drying the raw material - plastic pellets - is crucial. This is done with the help of warm, dry air. The air used in the drying process ...

Description: We all take the ease of peeling open, and resealing packs of double stuff Oreos for granted. The plastic packaging that maintains the freshness of our favorite snacks and foods has become so ...

Description: Fluoropolymers are highly versatile polymers that are used in a wide range of applications because they provide unique and desirable characteristics. As a leading global supplier of fluoropolymers and ...

Description: Fluoroelastomers have the highest heat resistance of all synthetic rubbers, which gives them a distinct advantage in challenging applications. AFLAS® fluoroelastomers are a unique material ...

Description: Things to consider when designing a plastic mating component clearance hole. ...

Description: Overview of various methods for installing threaded inserts in different types of plastics. ...

Description: Summary of Tri-Star's threaded inserts for plastic. ...

Description: Threaded inserts Installation Quick Reference Selection Chart ...

Description: Common problems encountered with threaded inserts and installations, including tips on how to solve them. ...

Description: Background information related to threaded inserts for plastics. ...

Description: overview of the types of plastics available, benefits of each ...

Description: In this work, modification of TFE-P copolymer was studied to improve the cure speed and physical property as well as mold release, and a new type of FEPM was developed. This new FEPM has a specific ...

Description: Molded thermoset plastic products offer numerous advantages over other plastic molding processes, including outstanding structural rigidity and strength and lower tooling costs. ...

Description: Alucobond PLUS Brushed Aluminum panels are enriched in Lumiflon FEVE resin technology which accounts for their unparalleled luster. The fluoropolymer topcoat allows for unparalleled gloss and color ...

Description: The best method depends on the part requirements. Some assembled plastic parts need to be taken apart and reassembled, possibly multiple times. In those cases, the best fastening options are metal ...

Description: Comprehending the difference between thermoset vs thermoplastics, and which applications are suitable for each type, is often confused. Though thermoplastics and thermosets may seem similar, they ...

Description: With the hot days of summer behind us, it's time to start planning for the cold days ahead (depending on your location, of course). Process control is important in any weather, but for polyurethane ...

Description: From the smallest coolers to the largest shipping containers, rotationally molded products often require effective insulation. And when it comes to insulating properties, it's hard to beat ...

Description: This video explains the cold chain and shows how valuable it is in getting food and medicines to people around the world. Foam Supplies is proud to play a key role in every link in the cold chain with ...

Description: The Aerospace and Defense Industry is experiencing a market boom right now. Investments in the aerospace industry are an increasingly significant part of the world economy. Last year, almost $1 ...

Description: The primary challenge in distinguishing an elastomer vs. polymer is that elastomers are a subset of polymers. When you hear the word 'elastomer,' think 'elastic,' for the term is in fact derived from ...

Description: Extreme heat resistance is one of the defining properties of high temperature plastic known as thermosets. Long touted for their light-weight and chemical-resistant properties, it is the high ...

Description: Weather-resistant plastics have superior durability suited for extensive outdoor applications. These plastics have been widely adopted over the past century. The development of weather-resistant ...

Description: Plasticizers are non-volatile chemical solvents used throughout the plastics industry to increase such properties as flexibility, pliability, durability, longevity, biodegradability, and extensibility ...

Description: Caustic soda (sodium hydroxide), caustic potash (potassium hydroxide), chlorine, and hydrogen-basic chemical are critical ingredients used in products all over the world. These chemicals are used in a ...

Description: Abrasion-resistant plastics with a low coefficient of friction are highly sought after materials for use in a wide variety of industrial applications. This article describes the best ...

Description: This product information focuses on modification of engineering plastics with AGC special fluoropolymers. Promising applications are wire & cable insulation, tubing, hose, film, injection molded ...

Description: General Plastics' chemistry laboratory manager, Joel Meyer, Ph.D., offers additional insights into foam core selection specifically for aerospace and nuclear applications. ...

Description: Versatility, Durability and Machinability of FR-4515 Tooling Boards Leads to Lighter, Stronger, Better Bowls at Lower Cost ...

Description: Faster True-to-Life Prototyping Speeds New Products to Market Thanks to Expertly Machined High-Temp. Tooling Boards ...

Description: In plastic moulding plants, where several injection moulding systems are used, it is common to have a central storage container which distributes the plastic material to the different injection ...

Description: Five factors to consider when molding PEEK Are you a first time moulder of PEEK? Or possibly you've tried molding it and might be running into trouble? In this piece we consider five factors in the ...

Description: Fluoro-MarProperties & Typical PTFE Properties ...

Description: PTFE and Teflon® Specifications: ...

Description: The usefulness of gel coating vs. paint for thermoset plastic parts is relative to the applications, needs, and requirements of the specific part. This article describes the pros and cons of each ...

Description: Thermoset plastic is a synthetic polymer known for its resilience, strength and durability. This article describes how thermoset products are made, through a liquid molding processes. ...

Description: How the food processing industry can help in feeding the world of the future... The next 30 years will see a huge increase in demand for food, challenging the whole food production industry to ...

Description: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a versatile thermoplastic which is used for construction, bottles, packaging, floor coverings, coatings and tubing. It can be rigid or flexible, depending on the amount of ...

Description: Mineral Oil is added to Crystal Polystyrene to increase its flexibility. Precise control of the amount of mineral oil used is necessary to ensure the correct performance properties are obtained ...

Description: Polybutadiene (or rubber) is added during polymerisation of styrene to increase the flexibility of polystyrene polymers. It is important to closely monitor the amount of polybutadiene added, so that ...

Description: Stop and take a look around you. Whether you are inside, outside, or even in your vehicle, chances are you see something that is made out of plastic. Today, more and more manufacturers are ...

Description: Creep resistant plastics are an important consideration in the design and application of any plastic molding. You want to choose a material that has all the best characteristics for your intended ...

Description: In the world of material sciences and plastics, the difference between monomer vs polymer is often confused, if not confusing. This article clarifies the differences. ...

Description: As far as outstanding insulating properties, it is hard to beat polyurethanes. The versatile chemistry allows the materials to solve many challenges, while providing underlying value to both ...

Description: Do you ever find yourself ordering replacement rubber parts every few months? Do your parts last as long as you'd like them to last? We've seen it before. You've been using the same rubber part for ...

Description: Geoff Small, Victrex Technical Program Manager The use of elastomeric seals and thermoplastic back up rings is commonplace in the oil and gas industry with ever increasing levels of ingenuity and ...

Description: RIM, or reaction injection molding, was developed in the late 1960's. Over time, technology has evolved along with the RIM manufacturing process itself, allowing Osborne Industries to tap into the ...

Description: Assessing the lifetime of the materials used in Thermoplastic Composite Pipes in aggressive service environments is complex. The current status of methods which may be used and what 'best practice' ...

Description: Metals have long been the material of choice in the commercial aerospace market. However, polymer composites are making significant inroads, replacing metals along the entire aerospace supply chain - ...

Description: For thermoplastic polymers, chemical degradation in service has been the subject of much research and investigation. When designing pipes or seals for use in oil and gas applications, this knowledge ...

Description: Can an H1 lubricant eliminate stick-slip friction on the cylinder application? Can this lubricant prove to be compatible with EPDM elastomer? Will this lubricant pass KOSME's accelerated wear testing ...

Description: Have you ever wondered what the difference between thermoplastic and thermosetting plastic is? Although both sound similar, they have very different properties and applications. In this article, we ...

Description: We report a novel approach to prepare microparticles via a dispersion polymerization using the amine-catalyzed addition of a trithiol to a triacrylate. Microparticles loaded with various core ...

Description: Welcome to Triton's Net Newsdesk, where you'll find: our very latest news, progress updates on our featured projects, the answers to frequently asked questions about our waterproofing systems, our ...

Description: Presentation slides from the September 2016 Polyurethanes Technical Conference. ...

Description: Changes in temperature can have an enormous impact on the performance properties of epoxies and other thermosetting polymer systems. Read more about epoxies and Tg (glass transition temperatures) ...

Description: Rubber bands are measured via three dimensions - Length (lay flat length), Width (cut width), and Thickness. ...

Description: A video on pallet band applications. ...

Description: It is extremely important for the user to understand that the material properties and expected shelf-life of rubber products in storage can be adversely affected by the following: Temperature:Storage ...

Description: Spring's arrival reveals the ravages of winter: Pockmarked roads, creaking bridges and leaking water pipes. The holes and cracks are worsening. Every four years, the American Society of Civil ...

Description: Dow Polyurethanes has introduced the Voraforce TP 1200 series to the North America market. The two-component polyurethanes solution enables fast, energy-efficient pultrusion composite fabrication with ...

Description: Polyurethane raw materials is not only limited to the Middle East and Africa but will also be made available for export to Asia and Europe. ...

Description: Amine blush can be avoided with appropriate precautions. ...

Description: Sterilization is a process that effectively kills any transmissible agents (such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, spore forms, etc.) on a surface. The selection of a specific sterilization method is ...

Description: Performance of Solesphere vs other microspheres for personal care applications. ...

Description: Product overview for filled PTFE compounds and melt processable compounds. ...

Description: Proper mixing and handling epoxies eases the application process and allows for the best possible performance of an adhesive. ...

Description: Polyurethane (PU) gels are finding its way into more and more applications where improved comfort and functionality are key requirements. Diverse applications such as biomedical devices, footwear, ...

Description: Since their introduction by researchers at Texaco Chemical Company in the mid 1980s, 1 spray polyurea coatings have gained widespread acceptance in the coatings market. Spray polyurea is advantaged ...

Description: While researchers disagree on how much sleep we really need, it is widely established that in order to fall asleep, your body temperature has to drop three degrees. Heat buildup results in tossing, ...

Description: Cold bonding is a joining method that offers important advantages, but it's not right for every sealing application. So how can you determine if cold-bonded gaskets are what you need? For starters, ...

Description: Comparison of Nylon 6/12 33% Glass Fiber Reinforced and Polycarbonate 30% Glass Fiber Reinforced. ...

Description: Polyamide resins are synthetic polymers containing an amide group. -CONH- , as a recurring part of the chain. This polymer was first commercially introduced by DuPont as a result of the significant ...

Description: Although some structural variations are possible, the above formula represents the most common system and is formed by reaction of bisphenol A and phosgene. Its applications are almost always those ...

Description: When selecting a timing belt pulley there are a number of factors to take into consideration. The first thing you must consider is the end applications. What sort of environment will the timing belt ...

Description: Compared to acrylic, static-dissipative PVC offers three benefits that reduce operating expenses and drive down overall ownership cost of a clean room, glove box, hood, desiccator, or other enclosure. ...

Description: Subway, bus, and railcar designers prefer lightweight rubber materials, but some combustion reactions can produce dangerous toxins. Reducing a vehicle's weight can help cut fuel consumption, but ...

Description: Green manufacturing isn't just about saving the planet. It's about sustaining long-term profitability. For product designers and technical buyers, deciding whether to use green rubber products means ...

Description: Rubber and plastic materials for marine applications must be able to withstand water, saltwater, wind, sunlight, temperature extremes, and other environmental conditions. Whether on the high seas or ...

Description: Did you know that there's a difference between foam rubber and sponge rubber? For technical buyers, choosing the right material is quite important. Let's take a look at how these polymers are made, ...

Description: Many polymers do not lend themselves to blends. Human history includes a Bronze Age and an Iron Age, but have you read any books that call our current era the Age of Long-Chain Polymer Blends? Through ...

Description: For many years high owing engineered resins, such as Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), have been used for very detailed and intricate parts in the electronics and connector industries where function and ...

Description: Automotive OEMs have increasingly become more interested in monitoring cabin air quality inside the vehicle. This leads to the need for further understanding and testing of emissions from the various ...

Description: Polyoxymethylene (POM) or polyacetal is an engineering thermoplastic resin that has been used for the past 50 years, primarily in injection molded articles. POM's benefit is derived from its ...