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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
  
A [http://cameo.mfa.org/materials/fullrecord.asp?name=polyester resin 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.
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A [[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; polister aromtico (Esp.); polyester aromatique (Fr.); poliestere aromatico (It.); polister aromtico (Port.)
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polyarylate; poliéster aromático (Esp.); polyester aromatique (Fr.); poliestere aromatico (It.); poliéster aromático (Port.)
  
== Authority ==
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==Resources and Citations==
  
* Theodore J. Reinhart, Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', ''Engineered Plastics'', ASM International, 1988
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* Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', ''Engineered Plastics'', ASM International, 1988
  
  
  
 
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Latest revision as of 11:51, 29 April 2022

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.)

Resources and Citations

  • Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', Engineered Plastics, ASM International, 1988