Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Vol.103, No.4, 2337-2342, 2007
Preparation and characterization of polyether-based polyurethane dolomite composite
A polyether polyol-based two-component polyurethane composite was prepared by a reaction of polypropylene glycol (PPG) and diethylene glycol (DEG) used as a crosslinker. The final reaction for the preparation of composite is carried out with processed polyether polyol and diphenylmethane 4,4'-diisocyanate (MDI). The physicochemical properties of processed polyether polyol have been measured, such as viscosity, moisture content, and hydroxyl value. The composite has been formed with loading of inorganic filler dolomite [MgCa(CO3)(2)] with different filler ratios. It shows good adhesive strength and mechanical properties. Composite samples have also been studied for the effects of acids and bases, swelling in solvents, physical and mechanical properties such as compression strength, shore hardness A and D, tensile strength, and elongation. Some electrical properties have also been studied, viz. thermal conductivity, volume resistivity, and dielectric strength. A comparison of prepared polyether-based polyurethane composite with some conventional polymeric materials suggests their suitability for various applications. (c) 2006 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Keywords:polyurethanes (PUs);diethylene glycol (DEG);physicochemical properties;mechanical properties;swelling studies