Uses of Plastics and there
properties
ABS - Acrlonite butadiene styrene is used
for the manufacture of Lego because it has to be strong, durable, impact
resistant and also cheap to manufacture due to the fact that it is used by
children.
CA - Cellulose Acetate- is mainly used for packaging, handles and toys as it is used because it is tough and strong.
Nylon – Polyamide- It’s main properties are toughness, that its hard wearing, and has a good resistance to chemicals and machines. It is used for Bearings, gear wheels, casings for power tools, hinges for small cupboards, curtain rail fittings and clothing.
PMMA – Acrylic – Its main properties are that its Stiff, hard , durable, good electrical insulator, therefore it is used for Signs, covers of storage boxes, aircraft canopies and windows
PP- Polypropylene- It’s main properties are that it is Light, hard, tough, and has a good resistance to chemicals. Therefore it is used for Medical equipment, containers and hinges.
PS- Polystyrene- It’s main properties are that it is light, stiff brittle and also got a good strength-weight ratio. It is used for packaging and also some disposable cups.
LDPE- Tough, good resistance to chemicals, flexible and is used for Packaging, especially bottles and also toys.
HDPE- Polyethylene- It’s main properties
are that its hard stiff and easily can be made sterile so its used for plastic bottles
and containers.
PVC- Polyvinylchloride- It’s main properties are that its durable, cheap and is a good fire resistant. Its main uses are for water pipes, tubing and hoses.
PET- Polyethylene Terepheluate- It’s main properties are that its fully recyclable and sustainable and they also use it because of its high strength – weight ratio and its mainly used for drinks bottles. It’s made via blow moulding as it’s quick, accurate and cost effective.
PC-Polycarbonate- Its main properties are that its strong waterproof and durable and is used for honeycomb sheets.
HIPS- High Impact Polystyrene – Its main
properties are that its durable, rugged and also is wear & water resistant
and is mainly used for packaging.
