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Polymer and plastic composites are strengthened with fibers, fillers, particulates, powders and other matrix reinforcements to provide improved strength and/or stiffness. Examples of polymer and plastic composites include fiber reinforced plastics (FRPs), sheet molding compounds (SMCs), bulk molding compounds (BMCs), pre-preg materials, and fabricated composite parts. Fibers are usually chopped, wound or woven and made of materials such as fabric, metal, glass, or fiberglass. Solid, self-lubricated, and bearing grade fillers are commonly available. Particulates vary in terms of shape and size. Powders are usually made of carbon, graphite, silicates, ceramics, and other organic or inorganic materials. Some matrix reinforcements provide improved electrical conductivity. Others offer improved thermal conductivity.
Polymer and plastic composites use many different matrix types and resins. Some matrices contain acetals, acrylics, elastomers, natural or synthetic rubbers, epoxy resins, silicone compounds, or vinyl systems. Others contain cellulosic thermoplastics, ethylene copolymers, fluoropolymers, ionomers, ketones, phenolics, polyamides, polyimides, or styrenes. Commonly used chemical systems for polymers and plastic composites include polybutadiene, polycarbonate (PC), polyethylene, polyester, polyetherimide, polyolefin, polyphthalamide, polypropylene (PP), polysulfide (PS), polysulphone, and polyurethane (PUR). Resins are available as compounds, liquids, pellets, and powders. Molding-grade compounds and extrusion-grade resins are designed for specialized applications.
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