POLYMERS

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Roll # 918 -927-onwards

INTRODUCTION
Polymer are long chain giant organic molecules
assembled from many small molecules called
monomers .
More monomer molecules joined in units of long
polymer.
Example;
polyethylene

POLYMER MATERIALS
The polymers are a diverse group of
engineering materials.
They are the main components of
plastics, rubbers, resins, adhesives and
paints.
These materials have distinctive
microstructures built from
macromolecular chains and networks of
carbon and other light elements.

Properties of Polymers
The physical properties of a polymer, such as its strength
and flexibility depend on:

Chain length - in general, the longer the chains the stronger

the polymer;
Side groups - polar side groups give stronger attraction
between polymer chains, making the polymer stronger;
Branching - straight, un branched chains can pack together
more closely than highly branched chains, giving polymers
that are more crystalline and therefore stronger;
Cross-linking - if polymer chains are linked together
extensively by covalent bonds, the polymer is harder and
more difficult to melt.

Characteristics of Polymers

Low Density.

Low coefficient of friction.

Good corrosion resistance.

Good mould ability.

Excellent surface finish can be obtained.

Can be produced with close dimensional tolerances.

Economical.

Poor tensile strength.

Low mechanical properties.

Poor temperature resistance.

Can be produced transparent or in different colours

Electrical Insulation
Physical Considerations:
1. Elongation.
2. Tensile strength.
3. Temperature Stability.
4. Flexibility.
5. High Resistance and High breakdown Voltages.
6. Withstand extreme weather conditions.
7. Longer Service Life.

IF USED FOR HIGH TENSION INSULATORS

AND OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS:
1. Hydrophobicity.
2. Light Weight.
3. Resistant to UV radiations.
4. Lesser Surface Contaminations.
5. Very Less Chances of Insulator Flashover and
Hence providing distinguish safety features
for Electrical System.