What Can Plastic Additives Offer My Design?

Masterbatch and specialty compounding plastic offer engineers and designers many aesthetic and practical benefits. Besides being an inexpensive material to work with, masterbatch and specialty compounding create unique plastic for specific jobs and applications. Plastic is particularly unique in this case because most other materials cannot have their characteristics customized. The most beneficial plastic additives for designers are Anti-Oxidant Stabilization, Thermal Stabilization, and UV Stabilization. 

Moisture is a problem that can significantly alter the performance and physical properties.  Anti-oxidant stabilization drastically reduces the possibility of chemical reactions that cause free radicals to damage the material's cells. This masterbatch and specialty compounding type are ideal for parts used in humid and wet conditions and environments.

Thermal stabilization is ideal for products that experience excessive heat, whether from surrounding components or the plastic's environment. Heat is the leading cause of polymer degradation, which results in the polymer molecular chain cracking and breaking. As a result, plastic pieces begin to cross-link and visbreaking. Plastic also loses other physical properties. 

Prolonged exposure to the sun is not great for most materials, and plastic is no different. UV stabilization endows plastic with protection against the harmful rays of the sun. This type of specialty compounding plastic increases the lifespan of parts between five to ten years on average.

For more information on how plastic additives can benefit your business, you should not hesitate to reach out to the best specialty compounding service NY has to offer.

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