What is isophthalic polyester resin?

Our High-Strength Isophthalic is a thixotropic, low-viscosity polyester resin with excellent heat and chemical resistance. It is corrosion, temperature, solvent, and fuel resistant.

What is isophthalic resin used for?

Isophthalic polyester is the most commonly used resin category (holding 65% of the market) for corrosion-resistant structures such as pipes, gasoline and sewage tanks, ducts, etc.

What is isophthalic gelcoat?

The isophthalic gelcoats are an effective and long-lasting solution for giving suitable surface finishing to all kinds of products. These are polyester isophthalic resins based composite materials mixed with colouring pastes or transparent pastes, pigments and thixotropic agents.

What is the meaning of polyester resin?

Definition of polyester resin : any of various synthetic resins or plastics consisting of or made from polyesters: such as. a : alkyd.

How many types of polyester resin are there?

There are two types of a polyester resin as standard laminating systems in the composite industry: Orthophthalic (ortho) and Isophthalic (iso) polyester resin. The orthophthalic resins are composed essentially of orthophthalic acid and constitute a good basic resin for various uses at low cost.

What is the use of polyester resin?

Unsaturated polyester resins either in the form of pure resin or in the compounded form with fillers find wide range of applications. Their main applications are in the construction industry (nonreinforced or glass fiber reinforced products), automotive industry, and industrial wood and furniture finishing.

What is Iupac name for Isophthalic acid?

ISOPHTHALIC ACID. 121-91-5. Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid. 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid.

What is difference between saturated and unsaturated polyester resin?

The key difference between saturated and unsaturated polyester resin is that the saturated polyester resins have no double bonds in their main chain whereas the unsaturated polyester resins have double bonds in their main chain.

What is the difference between polyester resin and epoxy resin?

Epoxy is more resistant to wearing, cracking and peeling, and corrosion or damage from chemical or environmental degradation. Polyester is more fragile and useful for temporary fixes, or low-stress use. Epoxy is generally more expensive than resin, due to its strength and formulation requirements.

What is the difference between polymer resin and polyester resin?

Key Difference – Polyester Resin vs Epoxy Resin The type of fiber and polymer matrix system is chosen based on the final set of properties of the end-product. The key difference between polyester resin and epoxy resin is that epoxy resin has adhesive properties while polyester resin does not have adhesive properties.