Organic Polymers
The seven most common types of synthetic organic polymers, which are commonly found in households are:
- Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE),
- High Density Polyethylene (HDPE),
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Polystyrene (PS)
- Nylon, nylon 6, nylon 6,6
- Teflon (Polytetrafluoroethylene)
- Thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU)
| Polymer | Abbreviation | Properties | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Density Polyethylene | LDPE | Chemically inert, flexible, insulator | Squeeze bottles, toys, flexible pipes, insulation cover (electric wires), six pack rings, etc. |
| High Density Polyethylene | HDPE | Inert, thermally stable, tough and high tensile strength | Bottles, pipes, inner insulation of coax cable, plastic bags, etc. |
| Polypropylene | PP | Resistant to acids and alkalies, High tensile strength | Auto parts, industrial fibers, food containers, liner in bags, dishware and as a wrapping material for textiles and food |
| Polystyrene (thermocole) | PS | Thermal insulator. Properties depends on the form, expanded form is tough and rigid | Petri dishes, CD case, plastic cutlery |
| Polytetrafluoroethylene | PTFE | Very low coefficient of friction, excellent dielectric properties, chemically inert | Low friction bearings, non-stick pans, coating against chemical attack etc. |
| Polyvinylchloride | PVC | Insulator | Pipe, fencing, lawn chairs, hand-bags, curtain clothes, non-food bottles, raincoats, toys, vinyl flooring etc. |
| Polychlorotrifluoroethylene | PCTFE | Stable to heat and thermal attacks, high tensile strength and non wetting | valves, seals, gaskets etc. |
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