The effect of the addition of a low profile additive on the curing shrinkage of an unsaturated polyester resin.: An article from: Polymer Engineering and Science

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From the supplier: The use of glass fibers and unsaturated polyester resins in manufacturing is one of the most cost-effective processing techniques. However, the use of such materials causes the resin to shrink in volume by as much as 10% while in the curing stage. This shrinkage decreases the resin's surface quality while increasing the chances of fracture. Adding a thermoplastic material, which acts as a low profile additive, can be added to the thermoset resin to compensate for the volumetric curing shrinkage.

Citation Details
Title: The effect of the addition of a low profile additive on the curing shrinkage of an unsaturated polyester resin.
Author: C.J. Liu
Publication:Polymer Engineering and Science (Refereed)
Date: January 1, 1999
Publisher: Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc.
Volume: 39 Issue: 1 Page: 18(8)

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