How Can You Accurately Analyze the Curing & Decomposition of Phenolic Resins?
Phenolic resins are widely used thermosetting materials with broad temperature applications. Understanding their curing behavior and thermal stability is essential for quality control and material identification.
Using TG-FTIR coupled analysis, we can simultaneously track mass changes and identify evolved gases during curing and decomposition. Results show:
✔ A clear exothermic curing peak around 148°C
✔ Multi-step weight loss due to condensation reactions
✔ Release of water vapor and ammonia during curing
✔ Decomposition behavior above 320°C
This combined technique provides deeper insights compared to DSC or TG alone, making it a powerful tool for polymer analysis and failure investigation.
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