Polymer compound
Polymer compound
A polymer compound is a substance that consists of a combination of two or more polymer substances along with other additives such as coloring, strengthening substances, anti-oxidation substances, etc. These compounds are intended to improve the physical and chemical properties of the polymer material.
For example, if a certain polymer has good mechanical properties but its heat resistance is low, adding antioxidants can improve its heat resistance. This allows manufacturers to control basic properties such as mechanical strength, heat resistance and chemical resistance in the final compound.
This helps to produce polymer products with high useful life and desired characteristics. This process is used in various industries such as automotive, electronics, packaging, etc.
Polymeric materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, etc. are just a few examples of very diverse materials that are used in this field. These materials are of great interest in various industries due to features such as flexibility, lightness, corrosion resistance and water absorption.
Types of compounds
The types of polymer compounds are very wide and depending on the type of polymer materials and additives used, they can have different characteristics. For example, we can define these types of compounds:
1. Composites: These types of polymer compounds include a polymer matrix and reinforcing materials such as carbon fibers, glass fibers or nanoparticles. These additives are used to increase mechanical strength and hardness and reduce weight.
2. Compounds containing nanoparticles: These types of polymer compounds containing nanoparticles are used to increase mechanical resistance, electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity and antibacterial properties.
The difference between compound and masterbatch
Polymer materials are available in the market in two different forms: polymer compound and polymer masterbatch.
A polymer compound is a polymer mixture that contains one or more different additives, including dyes, fillers, and different additives. These additives can improve the mechanical, thermal, electrical and other properties of the polymer.
On the other hand, polymer masterbatch is a compound formulation that contains polymer compounds and specific additives that are used to produce plastic parts.
Sometimes it is not possible to obtain the desired quality of the product with the masterbatch, so we need to use compounds. These compounds are more resistant to direct sunlight than other polymer products
In general, the main difference between the two is that a polymer compound is a polymer mixture with various additives, whereas a polymer masterbatch is a compound formulation with specific ingredients. Each of these methods are used for different purposes, including the production of plastic parts, coloring and improving polymer properties.
To buy all kinds of masterbatch and compounds and additives, you can contact Pedean Polymer so that our sales consultants can provide you with the necessary guidance so that you can get the best and most affordable product for your production.