What are the applications of N-phenylmaleimide in the field of engineering plastics?
What are the applications of N-phenylmaleimide in the field of engineering plastics?
Mar 19, 2024
N-Phenylmaleimide (NPMI) produced by Yangchen Tech serves as a superior heat-resistant modifier for ABS, PVC, PMMA resins, and photographic materials. This versatile compound enhances the heat resistance, impact strength, hot-melt characteristics, and processability of the resins. When incorporated as a copolymerization monomer in ABS, adding just 1% of N-Phenylmaleimide can boost the heat distortion temperature by 2°C. Furthermore, blending ABS with 10% N-Phenylmaleimide can elevate its heat-resistant capabilities to an impressive range of 125-130°C.
NPMI manufactured by Yangchen Tech is a versatile compound with numerous applications in engineering plastics due to its unique chemical properties.
Technical Indicator
Appearance
Melting point
Specification
Solubility
Light yellow needle-like crystals
85-90℃
>98%
Soluble in organic solvents
Enhanced thermal stability: N-phenylmaleimide is often used as a comonomer in the synthesis of engineering plastics such as polyimides and polyesters. It improves the thermal stability of these plastics, allowing them to withstand high temperatures without degrading. This makes them suitable for applications in automotive parts, electronic equipment and aerospace materials.
Improved mechanical properties: When incorporated into engineering plastics, N-phenylmaleimide can enhance their mechanical properties such as tensile strength, modulus and impact resistance. This makes the resulting plastic more durable and able to withstand mechanical stress, making it suitable for use as structural components in various industries.
Enhanced flame retardancy: N-phenylmaleimide has inherent flame retardant properties, which is advantageous for engineering plastics in applications where fire safety is a concern. By incorporating N-phenylmaleimide into the polymer matrix, the flame retardancy of the resulting plastic can be improved, making it suitable for use in building materials, electrical enclosures, and automotive interiors.
Improved chemical resistance: Engineering plastics modified with N-phenylmaleimide have greater resistance to chemicals such as acids, bases and solvents. This makes them suitable for applications in corrosive environments such as chemical processing plants, oil and gas equipment, and laboratory equipment that is frequently exposed to corrosive substances.
Enhanced dimensional stability: N-phenylmaleimide helps improve the dimensional stability of engineering plastics and reduce the tendency to warp or deform under different temperature and humidity conditions. This property is beneficial for applications that require precise dimensional control, such as optical components, semiconductor manufacturing, and precision mechanical parts.
N-phenylmaleimide is a valuable additive in engineering plastics that helps improve thermal stability, mechanical properties, flame retardancy, chemical resistance and dimensional stability. Its versatility makes it a key component in developing high-performance materials for a variety of industrial applications.