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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A class of [ | + | A class of [[polyester%20resin|polyester resin]] that melt when heated. Thermoplastic polyesters are used for films ([[Mylar%C2%AE|Mylar®]], [[Melinex%C2%AE|Melinex®]]), fibers ([[Dacron%C2%AE|Dacron®]], [[Terylene|Terylene]]) and soda bottles. Examples are [[polyethylene%20terephthalate|polyethylene terephthalate]] and [[polybutylene%20terephthalate|polybutylene terephthalate]]. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
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Description
A class of Polyester resin that melt when heated. Thermoplastic polyesters are used for films (Mylar®, Melinex®), fibers (Dacron®, Terylene) and soda bottles. Examples are Polyethylene terephthalate and Polybutylene terephthalate.
Synonyms and Related Terms
poliésteres termoplásticos (Esp.); polyesters thermoplastiques (Fr.); poliestere termoplastico (It.); poliésteres termoplásticos (Port.)
Comparisons
General Characteristics of Polymers
Physical Properties for Selected Thermoplastic Resins
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', Engineered Plastics, ASM International, 1988