Polymers & elastomers · Thermosets
Phenolic thermoset resin
Phenolic thermoset resin is a representative unfilled polymer family record for early material selection, processing comparison and property-range screening.
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Overview
- Material class
- Polymers & elastomers
- Category
- Thermosets
- Family
- Phenolic resin
- Product forms
- Pellet/resin, Sheet, Rod/tube, Film or profile (family dependent)
Composition
| Constituent | Min | Max | Typical | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phenolic resin | 100 | Generic family identity; additives and grade-specific modifiers vary |
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Properties and conditions
Engineering properties
| Property | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.25–1.40 | g/cm³ | Representative generic grade; verify supplier, condition and test method |
| Tensile strength | 35–75 | MPa | Representative generic grade; verify supplier, condition and test method |
| Elastic modulus | 3.0–7.0 | GPa | Representative generic grade; verify supplier, condition and test method |
| Indicative continuous service temperature | 120–200 | °C | Representative generic grade; verify supplier, condition and test method |
| Thermal conductivity | 0.15–0.45 | W/m·K | Representative generic grade; verify supplier, condition and test method |
| Water/moisture response | Grade dependent | — | Representative generic grade; verify supplier, condition and test method |
Conditions
Unfilled generic reference
Condition carried forward from the Phase 1 record.
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Processing and use
Processing
- Drying requirements, mould temperature and shrinkage depend on polymer family and grade.
- Fillers, plasticizers, impact modifiers and flame-retardant packages can materially change the listed ranges.
Applications
- Housings and covers
- Guides, bearings or wear components
- Electrical and fluid-handling parts
Selection considerations
- Do not treat a polymer-family record as a supplier-grade datasheet.
- Check creep, moisture, chemical compatibility, fire performance and temperature together.
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Standards and related materials
Standards and designations
| System | Designation | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 1043 | PF | Polymer-family abbreviation; grade and additives must be stated separately |
Other names
- PF
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Sources and context
Sources
- Ensinger — thermoplastic materials and stock-shape referencesManufacturer or public reference
Confirm the applicable specification, product form and condition before using values for design or procurement.
Supply and sustainability
Widely supplied as pellets and semi-finished stock; grade-specific availability varies by region and certification.
Mechanical recycling potential and recycled-content availability depend strongly on polymer purity, additives, colour and contamination.
Strategic context
Important for lightweighting, corrosion resistance, electrical insulation and scalable manufacturing.