Effects of irradiation conditions on the weathering of engineering thermoplastics

The nature of the light source and its intensity can be important variables in accelerated weathering of aromatic engineering thermoplastics. Activation spectra show that BPA polycarbonate (PC) and its blends are very sensitive to UV with wavelengths

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Published in:Polymer degradation and stability 2008-08, Vol.93 (8), p.1597-1606
Main Authors: Pickett, J.E., Gibson, D.A., Gardner, M.M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Accelerated weathering
Activation spectrum
Ageing
Applied sciences
Composites
Exact sciences and technology
Forms of application and semi-finished materials
Physical properties
Polycarbonate
Polymer industry, paints, wood
Properties and testing
Reciprocity
Technology of polymers
Thermoplastics
UV irradiance
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Summary:The nature of the light source and its intensity can be important variables in accelerated weathering of aromatic engineering thermoplastics. Activation spectra show that BPA polycarbonate (PC) and its blends are very sensitive to UV with wavelengths
ISSN:0141-3910
1873-2321
DOI:10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2008.02.009