Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization

by George Wypych

Overview

UV and other forms of radiation cause severe damage to a wide range of materials from living organisms to manufactured products. Plastics materials and products exposed to UV light suffer weakening, discoloring and degradation. In this book, George Wypych provides a comprehensive reference guide to help those working with plastics to limit this damage and deterioration through the use of UV stabilizers.

The author begins with physics of radiation energy, transmission, and absorption and their effect on materials. The wide range of UV stabilizers available in the market is discussed in terms of their chemistry, physical properties, application specifics, and effects on health and environment. The mechanisms and functionality of stabilizers are discussed and explained through mathematical modeling. Stabilizers are evaluated from the point of view of their effect on other additives in mixtures, and on the efficiency of the materials they are used in. Suggestions are given regarding the selection of stabilizers for different products and polymers.

• A practical and comprehensive reference guide for engineers and scientists designing with plastics, and formulating plastics materials.

• Explains the effects of UV light on plastics, and how to mitigate its effects through the use of UV stabilizers

• Surveys the range of UV stabilizers on the market, and provides advice on their selection and use

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781895198461
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	10/03/2010
Pages:	704
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 9.30(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

George Wypych has a Ph. D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research & development. He has published 16 books: PVC Plastisols, (University Press); Polyvinylchloride Degradation, (Elsevier); Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, (Elsevier); Polymer Modified Textile Materials, (Wiley & Sons); Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, (ChemTec Publishing); Handbook of Fillers, 1st and 2nd Editions, (ChemTec Publishing); Recycling of PVC, (ChemTec Publishing); Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, (Plastics Design Library), Handbook of Solvents, Handbook of Plasticizers, Handbook of Antistatics, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives, PVC Degradation & Stabilization, The PVC Formulary, Handbook of Biodegradation, Biodeterioration , and Biostabilization, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization (all by ChemTec Publishing), 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings. He is included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition for his services to education.

Table of Contents

Effect of sunlight and various forms of radiation on materials
Properties of commercial UV stabilizers
Methods of control and analysis
Mechanism of actions
Compatibility with other components of formulation
Physical properties of stabilizers
Effect of stabilizers on performance of final product
Use of stabilizers in different industrial products
Use of stabilizers in different polymers
Effect of processing methods on stabilizer activity
Mathematical modelling in UV stabilization
Health and safety
Environmental effect

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A professional reference guide to the selection and use of UV stabilizers to reduce the susceptibility of plastics materials and products to UV damage