The difference among PVC, PP and PE
一、.The introduction and application of PVC
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) is one of the most commonly used thermoplastic polymers worldwide (next to only a few more widely used plastics like PET and P.P.). It is naturally white and very brittle (before the additions of plasticizers) plastic. PVC has been around longer than most plastics, first synthesized in 1872 and commercially produced by B.F. Goodrich Company in the 1920s. It is used most commonly in the construction industry and is also used for signs, healthcare applications, and fiber for clothing.
二、The introduction and application of PP
Polypropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic “addition polymer” made from the combination of propylene monomers. It is used in a variety of applications to include packaging for consumer products, plastic parts for various industries including the automotive industry, special devices like living hinges, and textiles.
三、The introduction and application of PE
Polyethylene (PE) is the most widely used thermoplastic polymer for fabricated parts and components. It is available in a variety of grades and formulations to suit different needs. In general, polyethylenes offer excellent chemical and impact resistance, electrical properties and low coefficient of friction. It is considered a dielectric material. In addition, polyethylenes are lightweight, easily processed and offer near-zero moisture absorption. See details of its material properties in the chart below.
So what the difference among them?
1. FLEXIBILITY
PROTECTION’S RESISTANCE TO IMPACT
PVC has a highly enhanced elastic behavior, and consequently, it always returns to its original shape;
Other materials lose color if too stimulated and get deformed permanently.
2.SCRATCHES
OUR PVC IS RESISTANT TO ANY SCRATCHES
PVC material is entirely pigmented and difficult to scratch thanks to its special surface;
Other materials only have the upper layer pigmented, and scratches are evident and not coverable.
3.EASY CLEANING
CLEANING DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GLOBE’S PVC AND PE/PP
Globe’s PVC surface is easy cleaning even just with water;
The polyethylene and polypropylene materials absorb dirty and consequently, it is impossible to clean them.
4.SAVE SPACE
DISTANCE FROM THE PROTECTED AREA AND IMPACT SURFACE
Globe’s PVC protections have compact dimensions and therefore need a small distance from the shelves;
The polyethylene and polypropylene materials need bigger dimensions and a larger distance from the racks to protect equally.
5.FIRE RESISTANT
FIRE BEHAVIOUR ACCORDING TO UL-94
Globe’s PVC type is v0; this means that it is self-extinguishing in case of fire;
Polyethylene and polypropylene are not HB materials, consequently, they do not resist fire and burn immediately.
- Petroleum Coke Market Analysis Analysis of domestic petroleum coke index(December 23, 2024)726
- Titanium Market Overview(December 24, 2024)460
- Caustic soda: The liquid caustic soda market is stable with a decline, the flake caustic soda remains relatively stable, and the market shows a "four consecutive increases"(December 24, 2024)563
- Polyethylene PE: Spot prices are stable with small fluctuations, and transactions on the market slow down(December 24, 2024)332
- Polypropylene PP: Spot prices have risen slightly, and traders are trying to raise their quotations(December 24, 2024)272