The influence of organo-bentonite clay on the processing and mechanical properties of nylon 6 and polystyrene composites

The influence of organoclay on the processing and mechanical properties of nylon 6 and polystyrene was investigated. A bentonite sample from Boa Vista/PB, Northeast of Brazil, was treated with alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride. After the treatment, the powder was characterized by thermal analysis...

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Published in:Materials science & engineering. B, Solid-state materials for advanced technology Solid-state materials for advanced technology, 2004-09, Vol.112 (2), p.175-178
Main Authors: Araújo, E.M., Mélo, T.J.A., Santana, L.N.L., Neves, G.A., Ferreira, H.C., Lira, H.L., Carvalho, L.H., A’vila, M.M., Pontes, M.K.G., Araújo, I.S.
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Language:English
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Nylon 6
Organoclay
Polystyrene
Quaternary ammonium cation
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Summary:The influence of organoclay on the processing and mechanical properties of nylon 6 and polystyrene was investigated. A bentonite sample from Boa Vista/PB, Northeast of Brazil, was treated with alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride. After the treatment, the powder was characterized by thermal analysis and infrared spectroscopy. Composites were prepared by using a Torque rheometer. The results show the intercalation of quaternary ammonium salt in the structure of bentonite and organo-bentonite produced significant changes on the processing of the nylon 6 and polystyrene with increase in the viscosity and rigidity. However, the mechanical properties of polystyrene/organoclay system did not show significant changes.
ISSN:0921-5107
1873-4944
DOI:10.1016/j.mseb.2004.05.027