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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A [http://cameo.mfa.org/materials/fullrecord.asp?name=polyester | + | A [http://cameo.mfa.org/materials/fullrecord.asp?name=polyester%20resin polyester resin] that incorporates aromatic groups in its composition. Aromatic polyesters, or polyarylates, were introduced in 1978. This amorphous polymer is made from phthalic acids and bisphenols. Polyarylates are stable in UV radiation and have good fire resistance. They are used in solar collectors, tinted glazing, electrical hardware, and light covers. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
| − | polyarylate; | + | polyarylate; poliéster aromático (Esp.); polyester aromatique (Fr.); poliestere aromatico (It.); poliéster aromático (Port.) |
== Authority == | == Authority == | ||
| − | * | + | * Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', ''Engineered Plastics'', ASM International, 1988 |
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Revision as of 06:52, 24 July 2013
Description
A polyester resin that incorporates aromatic groups in its composition. Aromatic polyesters, or polyarylates, were introduced in 1978. This amorphous polymer is made from phthalic acids and bisphenols. Polyarylates are stable in UV radiation and have good fire resistance. They are used in solar collectors, tinted glazing, electrical hardware, and light covers.
Synonyms and Related Terms
polyarylate; poliéster aromático (Esp.); polyester aromatique (Fr.); poliestere aromatico (It.); poliéster aromático (Port.)
Authority
- Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', Engineered Plastics, ASM International, 1988