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Esschem EMA - EGDMA Bead Copolymers

Esschem EMA - EGDMA Bead Copolymers are a versatile combination of ethyl methacrylate (EMA) and ethylene glycol dimethacrylate (EGDMA). With a higher proportion of EMA, these copolymers exhibit enhanced flexibility due to the less bulky ethyl group present in EMA. Conversely, increasing the EGDMA content results in a more crosslinked structure, leading to greater rigidity. The glass transition temperature remains relatively stable regardless of the percentage of each constituent. By precisely controlling the molecular weight, Esschem can optimize the level of crosslinking, resulting in superior mechanical properties such as hardness and tensile strength. Additionally, the particle size can be tailored to influence surface area and reactivity, allowing for further adjustment of the physical properties.

Polymer Name: EMA/EGDMA Copolymer

Functions: Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resin, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials

Chemical Family: Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates

Labeling Claims: Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Physical Form: Beads, Solid

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Industrial Additives End Use
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Calculated Properties
  Monomer Input
  50% EMA
50% EGDMA
75% EMA
25% EGDMA
90% EMA
10% EGDMA
Property      
Mv Bead Size,
microns
20-200 20-200 20-200
Glass Transition
Temperature, Tg
45 - 50 °C 55 - 60 °C 65 - 70 °C
Solubility In organic solvent In organic solvent In organic solvent
Transparency Transparent to visible
light
Transparent to visible
light
Transparent to visible
light
Molecular Weight
Average, g/mol
50,000-500,000 50,000-500,000 50,000-500,000