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PLASTICS (FORMATION TECHNIQUES (Lamination, Extrusion, Vacuum forming,…
PLASTICS
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Plastics are materials formed by polymers. The polymers in plastics are made from long chains of carbon atoms.
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When plastics have been formed, shaped and finished, we can join. The joints can be permanent or temporary.
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Elastomers
Made by vulcanisation: mixing sulphur and rubber, and heating to 160ºC. They are hard, resistant and very elastic.
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Used to form; wrapping, lining for electric cables, tubes and pipes.
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Used to form: worktops, to cover surfaces of kitchen cupboards and
drawers.
Used to form: bathtubs, dashboards, shop signs and egg boxes.
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Used to form: domestic utensils such as buckets and containers,
vehicle and aircraft components.
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