Question

Boat hulls are thermoplastiyc or thermoset

Answer 1

A thermoset is a polymer that solidifies or “sets” irreversibly when heated or cured. Similar to the relationship between a raw and a cooked egg, a cooked egg cannot revert back to its original form once heated, and a thermoset polymer can’t be softened once “set”. Thermosets are valued for their durability and strength and are used extensively in automobiles and construction including applications such as adhesives, inks, and coatings. The most common thermoset is the rubber truck and automobile tire.

Some examples of thermoset plastics and their product applications are:

Polyurethanes:
• Mattresses
• Cushions
• Insulation
Unsaturated Polyesters:
• Boat hulls
• Bathtubs and shower stalls
• Furniture
Epoxies:
• Adhesive glues
• Coating for electrical devices
• Helicopter and jet engine blades
Phenol-Formaldehyde:
• Oriented strand board
• Plywood
• Electrical appliances
• Electrical circuit boards and switches