Acrylate polymer properties are diverse and customizable, determined by monomer composition, molecular weight, and crosslinking, enabling their use in a wide range of applications. Mechanical properties include flexibility (enhanced by 2-ethylhexyl acrylate), tensile strength (improved by methyl methacrylate), and elongation at break, which can range from 100% to over 1000% depending on formulation. Adhesive properties—tack, peel strength, and shear resistance—are critical in pressure-sensitive adhesives, with tack increased by soft monomers like butyl acrylate. Chemical resistance, particularly to water, oils, and solvents, is influenced by monomer hydrophobicity; polymers with more alkyl acrylates (e.g., 2-ethylhexyl acrylate) exhibit better water resistance. Thermal properties include a glass transition temperature (Tg) that varies from -60°C (soft, flexible polymers) to 100°C (hard, rigid polymers), dictating temperature suitability. Optical properties, such as clarity and gloss, make them suitable for coatings and packaging films. Weather resistance, including UV stability and resistance to oxidation, is enhanced by additives like UV absorbers, making them suitable for outdoor coatings. Electrical properties, such as insulation, enable use in electronics. E Plus Chemical Co., Ltd. tailors these properties through advanced catalytic polymerization, adjusting monomer ratios and crosslinking to meet specific needs, ensuring its acrylate polymers deliver consistent performance in adhesives, coatings, and beyond.
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