What is the meaning of Thermosetting Plastic?

• Thermosetting plastic is often formed by the condensation polymerization.
• It contains a 3D network structure constructed with strong covalent bonds.
• They work on against the process of the degree of polymerization of thermoplastic.
• It does not become soft on heating.
• They are cheap.
• Thermosetting plastics are insoluble in organic solvents.
• They are usually hard, strong, and more brittle in nature.
• Higher in molecular weight as compared to thermoplastic.
• They can’t be reclaimed from waste. (Not Recyclable)
• They can’t be remoulded.
• An example of Thermosetting plastic is Bakelite.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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