Effect of Thermal Stabilization on Short and Long Term Polymer Properties

This paper discusses the effect of various individual and combinations of thermal Stabilizers and their effect on polymer properties. We will show the effect on initial molded properties with various stabilizers, and how the proper balance of stabilization can enhance the long term heat aged properties on both ASTM test specimens and also on actual large molded part performance. Physical Properties investigated are those of Izod, multi-axial impact, tensile and flexural properties over a range of aging times and temperatures.