Thermoset plastics by nature are inherently resistive and are very effective electrical insulators. Formulators are constantly challenged when attempting to achieve consistent profile conductivity because many ingredients such as fillers, low profiles, and thickening agents interfer with the matrix conductivity.
While a variety of materials are available to polyester compounders to achieve conductivity, conductive grade carbon blacks have continued to be the material of choice.
Over the past six years, Plasticolors has committed R&D resources to investigate the conductive matrix, the challenges facing the compounder and determine new methods to provide consistency regardless of the system composition. The result of the in-depth research is Plasticolors conductive synergist that utilizes nanotechnology.
The conductive synergist technology provides the following potential benefits to the thermoset compounder:
- A smaller amount of conductive material is required.
- Higher levels of conductivity can be achieved
- Less impact on the viscosity of the paste.
- Less potential for intermittent failures in conductivity.
Contact us with your conductive requirements at:
Phone: 1-888-997-5137
Email:
pci-tech@plasticolors.com