ABSTRACT
Although fewer in number than the thermoplastic polymers, they comprise approximately 14% of the total polymer market. Compared to the thermoplasts, they are more brittle, stronger, harder, and generally more temperature resistant. Table 3.2 gives the operating temperature range of thermoset polymers. In addition they offer the advantages of better dimensional stability, creep resistance, chemical resistance, and good electrical properties. Their disadvantages lie in the facts that most are more difficult to process and more expensive.
