Abstract:
Conductive thermoplastic compositions are described that exhibit low permeability, high strength and flexibility. Methods for forming the thermoplastic compositions are also described. Formation methods include dynamic vulcanization of a thermoplastic composition that includes carbon nanotubes and an impact modifier dispersed throughout the polyarylene sulfide. A crosslinking agent is combined with the other components of the composition following dispersal of the impact modifier throughout the composition. The crosslinking agent reacts with the impact modifier to form crosslinks within and among the polymer chains of the impact modifier. The compositions can exhibit excellent physical characteristics at extreme temperatures and can be used to form conductive tubular member such as pipes and hoses and fibers.
Abstract:
Injection molded parts with a small dimension that exhibit high heat resistance are described. Thermoplastic compositions that can be utilized to form the injection molded parts are described. The thermoplastic composition includes a polyarylene sulfide and a crosslinked impact modifier. The thermoplastic composition can also include siloxane polymers, thermoplastic elastomers, or other additives that can further improve the characteristics of the injection molded parts.
Abstract:
Injection molded parts with a small dimension that exhibit high heat resistance are described. Thermoplastic compositions that can be utilized to form the injection molded parts are described. The thermoplastic composition includes a polyarylene sulfide and a crosslinked impact modifier. The thermoplastic composition can also include siloxane polymers, thermoplastic elastomers, or other additives that can further improve the characteristics of the injection molded parts.
Abstract:
Injection molded parts with a small dimension that exhibit high heat resistance are described. Thermoplastic compositions that can be utilized to form the injection molded parts are described. The thermoplastic composition includes a polyarylene sulfide and a crosslinked impact modifier. The thermoplastic composition can also include siloxane polymers, thermoplastic elastomers, or other additives that can further improve the characteristics of the injection molded parts.
Abstract:
A busbar that comprises an insulative portion that covers at least a portion of an electrically conductive body is provided. The insulative portion comprises a polymer composition that includes a polymer matrix containing a liquid crystalline polymer. The composition exhibits a comparative tracking index of about 125 volts or more as determined in accordance with IEC 60112:2003 at a thickness of 3 millimeters, and a deflection temperature under load of about 200° C. or more as determined according to ISO 75-2:2013 at a specified load of 1.8 MPa.
Abstract:
A polymer composition that can exhibit excellent strength and flexibility under a variety of different conditions is provided. More particularly, the polymer composition contains a polyarylene sulfide, epoxy-functional polymeric impact modifier, and a crosslinking system that includes a metal carboxylate. In certain cases, the crosslinking system may also employ a crosslinking agent that is “multi-functional” to the extent that it contains at least two reactive, functional groups.
Abstract:
A high voltage electrical component for an electric vehicle is provided. The component comprises a polymer composition that includes a polymer matrix containing a liquid crystalline polymer. The composition exhibits a comparative tracking index of about 125 volts or more as determined in accordance with IEC 60112:2003 at a thickness of 3 millimeters. Further, the composition defines an orange surface that is characterized by a L* value of from about 55 to about 75, an a* value of from about 18 to about 38, and a b* value of from about 22 to about 42, wherein L*, a*, and b* are calculated using CIELAB units according to ASTM D2244-16.
Abstract:
A polymer composition that can exhibit excellent strength and flexibility under a variety of different conditions is provided. More particularly, the polymer composition contains a polyarylene sulfide, epoxy-functional polymeric impact modifier, and a crosslinking system that includes a metal carboxylate. In certain cases, the crosslinking system may also employ a crosslinking agent that is “multi-functional” to the extent that it contains at least two reactive, functional groups.