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Types of plastic - Coggle Diagram
Types of plastic
Thermosetting
Polyester resin
Heat resistant
Hard wearing
production of laminates
Used in production of reinforced plastics (CFRP)
Epoxy resin
good heat resistance
hard wearing
Two-pack adhesive
formed by mixing together liquid resin + hardener
Production of laminates
Reinforced plastic composites
Thermoplastics
Acrylic
brittle
low density
lightweight
Signage
brake light covers
High impact polystyrene (HIP)
high impact strength
Good machinability
Easy to mould
Hot and cold drinking cups
Petrol tanks
Elastomers
Rubber
hard
durable
flexible
tyres + tubes
medical gloves
Neoprene
durable
flexible
Wetsuits and diving suits
Electrical insulation