Types of Resins and their Uses - Part Two
What are the types of resins? What are the applications and uses of resins?
Subject: Types of Resins and their Uses
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Type of resin |
Properties |
Uses |
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Epoxies |
Excellent chemical resistance, good adhesion properties, excellent electrical properties, good heat resistance |
Laminates Adhesives Flooring Linings Propellers Surface coatings |
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Silicones |
Good thermal and oxidative stability, flexible, excellent electrical properties, general inertia |
Rubber Laminates Encapsulated resins Defoamers Water resistant applications
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| Type of resin | Properties | Uses |
| Polyethylene | Excellent chemical resistance, low power factor, poor mechanical strength, excellent resistance to steam and moisture, high degree of flexibility |
Packaging for laminates and films Containers Cable insulation Coatings Toys Molds Linings Pipe and tubes |
| Polypropylene | Colorless and tasteless, low density, good heat resistance, “unbreakable”, excellent chemical resistance, good electrical properties |
Medical equipment (can be sterilized) Toys Electronic components Pipe and production tubing Fibers and filaments Coatings |
| Polybutylene |
Excellent resistance to abrasion, good chemical resistance, hard, better heat resistance than polyethylene |
Pipes and tubing In a mixture, provides strength and hardness |
| Fluorocarbons | Low friction coefficient, low permeability, low moisture absorption, exceptional chemical inertness, low dielectric strength |
Electrical insulation Mechanical seals Gaskets Coating for chemical equipment Bearings Cryogenic applications |
| Polyvinyl Chloride | Excellent physical properties, excellent chemical resistance, easily processed, relatively low cost, ability to blend with other resins |
Production pipes and tubing Adhesives Construction panels Shoes Chain for piping Rainwear |
| Acrylics | Clear like crystal, good tensile strength and impact resistant, UV resistant |
Structural and decorative panels Adhesives Elastomers Coatings Signs Translucent tiles |
| Polystyrene | Low cost, easy to produce, excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, salts, soft with hydrocarbons, excellent clarity and flexibility |
Insulation Pipes Foams Cooling towers Rubber Automotive instruments and dashboards |
| Cellulose | Exceptional hardness, high impact strength, low thermal conductivity, high surface gloss |
Finishes for paper and textiles Thickeners Magnetic caps Packaging Pipes |
| Furans | Excellent resistance to acids and bases, good adhesion properties |
Laminates Coatings Abrasive flywheels |
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