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Identification & Functionality
- Additives Included
- Chemical Name
- Polymer Name
- Reinforcement Material
- Composite Materials Functions
- Resin Type
- UF (Urea Formaldehyde Resin)
- Product Status
- Commercial
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Materials Features
- Features
Urochem molding compounds are available in an unlimited range of colors. Produced from Urea-formaldehyde resin and highly refined alpha-cellulose, Urochem molding compounds create scratch-resistant lustrous moldings that are highly resistant to detergents, oils and greases.
As compared to thermoplastics, urea molding compounds exhibit:
- Significantly better surface hardness
- Self-extinguishing flame-resistant characteristics that will not support flame or melt
- Environmentally friendly raw material components that do not contain Halogens, flame-retardant chemicals or organic solvents
- Superior chemical resistance
- Excellent electrical properties, including current tracking and arc quenching
- Availability of antibacterial treated Urochem
- Key Features
- Electrical Properties, Good
- Lubricated
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Composites Processing Methods
- Applications
Urochem molding compounds are perfect for a wide range of household and commercial products, especially when color, feel and cosmetic appearance, along with the durability necessary for everyday handling, are crucial. Some applications well-suited for Urochem include:
- Electrical wiring devices
- Buttons
- Circuit protection devices
- Appliance hardware
- Sanitary ware
- Small housings
- Cosmetic closures
- Game accessories
- Recommended For
Conversion of composites & thermosets > Compression molding
Properties
- Appearance
- Colors Available
- Physical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Density 1.5 g/cm³ ISO 1183 Linear Mold Shrinkage 0.6 - 0.8 % ISO 2577 - Mechanical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Flexural Strength min. 80 MPa ISO 178 Tensile Strength min. 45 MPa ISO 527 Impact Strength min. 5 kJ/m2 ISO 179/1eU Impact Strength (Notched) min. 1.1 kJ/m2 ISO 179/1eA - Thermal Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Deflection Temperature (8.0 MPa) min. 90 °C ISO 75 - Electrical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Surface Resistance min. 10 ohm IEC 93 Dielectric Constant 5.0 - IEC 250 Volume Resistivity min. 11 ohm-cm - Dissipation Factor (At 1 kHz) max. 0.1 - - - Flammability
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Flame Rating (UL 94) V-0 - - Limiting Oxygen Index min. 30 % ASTM D2863
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Labels/Agency Rating
- BS 1322 type UF A <br>
- DIN 7708 type 131.5 <br>
- ISO 2112 type UF A <br>
- UL certified