Thermosetting Polymers

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Epoxy Resin (ER)

Properties

  • Hard, brittle, durable, good electrical insulator

Uses

  • Adhesive, casting, circuit boards

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Melamine Formaldehyde (MF)

Properties

  • Hard, strong, high resistance to heat, light, chemicals, fire and wear

Uses

  • Tableware and kitchen worktops

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Phenol Formaldehyde (PF)

Properties

  • Good electrical insulator, hard, resistant to heat and chemicals 

Uses

  • Electrical fittings, saucepan handles

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Polyester Resin (PR)

Properties

  • Hard and brittle → become tough when mixed glass to create glass reinforced plastic (GRP)

Uses

  • Boat hulls, kayaks, car panels

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Urea Formaldehyde (UF)

Properties

  • hard ,brittle, heat resistant. Good electrical insulator

Uses

  • Electrical fittings, door handles