Learn About Plasticizers In Polymers Germany

  • Learn About Plasticizers In Polymers Germany
  • Learn About Plasticizers In Polymers Germany
  • Learn About Plasticizers In Polymers Germany
  • What are plasticizers used for?
  • Plasticizers are the major functional additives transforming the physical properties of polymers such as PVC, PU, acrylic, nitrile and rubbers to create a whole world of flexible and durable finished articles for high demanding applications. The world plasticizer consumption was around 7.82 million MT in 2017, up nearly 25% over 6 years .
  • How to make a plastic product more flexible by adding plasticizers?
  • The process of making the final plastic product more flexible by adding plasticizers is called plasticization. By adding the right type and amount of plasticizer, you can tweak the polymer properties to get exactly what you need.
  • How does a plasticizer interact with a polymer?
  • External plasticizers have a low vapor pressure. They interact with the polymer at high temperatures without a chemical reaction. The interaction happens through their solvent or swelling ability. It's essential to differentiate between solvent plasticizers and nonsolvent plasticizers.
  • Why are plasticizers used in electrical insulating materials?
  • In specific applications, plasticizers can influence the dielectric properties of polymers. This makes them suitable for use in electrical insulating materials. Plasticizers can enhance compatibility between polymers and various additives or fillers. This results in more homogeneous and stable formulations.
  • How does a plasticizer work?
  • For a plasticizer to be effective, it must have two structural components. The polar part should bind reversibly with the polymer. The non-polar part adds free volume and contributes shielding effects at other polar sites on the polymer chain. Maintaining a balance between the two parts is critical to prevent compatibility issues.
  • What are the benefits of a polymeric plasticizer?
  • The range includes both monomeric and polymeric plasticizers to enable customers to choose the optimum solution based on their requirements. Benefits of this range include low temperature performance, low viscosity, low extractability and low volatility.

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