{"id":642,"date":"2024-06-25T07:32:23","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T07:32:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/?p=642"},"modified":"2024-07-05T07:23:57","modified_gmt":"2024-07-05T07:23:57","slug":"types-of-plastics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Types of Plastics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There are 7 types of plastics that are mostly used for our everyday things! What are they? Let\u2019s find out here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From everyday essentials like televisions and computers to cars, houses, and refrigerators, plastic materials are everywhere, silently enhancing our lives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But do you know that not all plastics are the same? Manufacturers employ a diverse array of plastic materials, each with distinct properties to fulfill specific functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let\u2019s find out the 7 types of plastics that are commonly used for our everyday objects!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/#Types_of_Plastics\" >Types of Plastics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/#1_Polycarbonate_PC\" >1. Polycarbonate (PC)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/#2_Polyethylene_PE\" >2. Polyethylene (PE)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/#3_Polypropylene_PP\" >3. Polypropylene (PP)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/#4_Polyethylene_Terephthalate_PETE_or_PET\" >4. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PETE or PET)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/#5_Polyvinyl_Chloride_PVC\" >5. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/#6_Acrylic_or_Polymethyl_Methacrylate_PMMA\" >6. Acrylic or Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plastics\/#7_Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene_ABS\" >7. Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Plastics\"><\/span>Types of Plastics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Template-Galih.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-646\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Template-Galih.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Template-Galih-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Template-Galih-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Template-Galih-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Polycarbonate_PC\"><\/span>1. Polycarbonate (PC)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Polycarbonate is one of the best plastic\u2019s types around. With a remarkable toughness and clarity, it can be 250 times stronger than the glass and 30 times that of acrylic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This transparent material is the best in both workability and formability. Unlike its glass and acrylic counterparts, polycarbonate sheets can be readily cut or cold-formed on-site, eliminating the need for prefabrication.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its impressive strength and impact resistance make it a versatile choice, with applications ranging from greenhouses and DVDs to sunglasses and even police riot gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Polyethylene_PE\"><\/span>2. Polyethylene (PE)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Polyethylene is the most common plastic used for our everyday objects and can be produced in varying densities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, with different density of polyethylene, it can give the final plastic unique physical properties. Thus making polyethylene can be used in a wide variety of products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There four types of PE that can be determined according to its density, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE):<\/strong> Usually used in plastic bags, shopping bags, disposable packaging and many more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medium-Density Polyethylene (MDPE):<\/strong> Mostly used in gas pipes, carrier bags, shrink film, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE):<\/strong>&nbsp; HDPE plastic sheeting is in products such as plastic bottles, piping for water and sewer, snowboards, boats, and folding chairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE): <\/strong>Mostly used in military body armor, artificial ice skating rinks and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Polypropylene_PP\"><\/span>3. Polypropylene (PP)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as thermoplastic polymer, this type of plastic is the second most commonly made plastic in the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being one of the world&#8217;s most flexible thermoplastics, polypropylene&#8217;s broad use and popularity are indisputable. PP is more flexible than PE, but despite being stronger, PP won&#8217;t break with constant strain and still retain its flexibility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This characteristic of PP makes it the best choice for food containers, automobile components, medical equipment, and laboratory equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And on top of that, PP are widely used because they are affordable, flexible, heat and acid resistant, and long-lasting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Also Read: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-plumbing-pipes\/\">7 Types of Plumbing Pipes<\/a>&#8220;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Polyethylene_Terephthalate_PETE_or_PET\"><\/span>4. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PETE or PET)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is known as one of the most widely used polyester resins in the thermoplastics category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has characteristics including resistance to chemicals, water, and even shattering. And on top of that the PET is easily recyclable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, its impressive strength-to-weight ratio makes it a highly versatile material. You\u2019ll find PET daily in a multitude of products, from clothing fibers and food\/liquid containers to engineering resins, carbon nanotubes, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Polyvinyl_Chloride_PVC\"><\/span>5. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), the third most-produced synthetic plastic, boasts remarkable versatility.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This material can be crafted to be either rigid or flexible, depending on its intended purpose.&nbsp; One popular application of foamed PVC, known as expanded PVC sheets, is in the creation of kiosks, displays, and exhibits.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rigid PVC, on the other hand, is a common component in construction materials, doors, windows, bottles, and non-food packaging.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By adding plasticizers like phthalates, PVC can be transformed into a softer, more flexible form, ideal for products like plumbing components, electrical cable insulation, clothing, and medical tubing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Also Read: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-irons\/\">4 Types of Irons<\/a>&#8220;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Acrylic_or_Polymethyl_Methacrylate_PMMA\"><\/span>6. Acrylic or Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transparent acrylic is a thermoplastic polymer that is widely utilized in optical equipment and products. It is a lightweight, shatter-resistant substitute for glass. Typically, acrylic is used in sheet form to make items like plexiglass and mirrors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is possible to make acrylic, colored, resistant to abrasion, resistant to bullets, resistant to UV rays, non-glaring, anti-static, and many other properties.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from being more versatile and easier to work with than glass and polycarbonate sheeting, acrylic is also seventeen times stronger than glass.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene_ABS\"><\/span>7. Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Styrene and acrylonitrile are polymerized with polybutadiene to create ABS, which is strong, flexible, glossy, highly processable, and impact resistant types of plastics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be produced into a wide variety of widthness, with a maximum width of 1600mm and a variety of thicknesses from 200 micrometers to 5mm.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ABS plastic sheeting is used in products like boxes, gauges, protective headgear, luggage, and children&#8217;s toys, but it is also used in the automotive and refrigeration industries due to its comparatively low manufacturing cost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So there you go the 7 types of plastics and you\u2019ll find in your daily objects!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even with a lot of environmental issues surrounding the use of plastics, we can\u2019t deny that this material is helping us a lot in our daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, did you know that the use of plastics is strictly regulated in Indonesia? The products that use plastic as its material must undergo a series of tests to determine its safety and quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of SNI certificates are issued by the Indonesian government such as the SNI 12-4259-1996 that regulate the use of plastic for glass and many among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you\u2019re interested in more of this topic you can check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/\">this link<\/a> to know more about the SNI Certification in Indonesia.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are 7 types of plastics that are mostly used for our everyday things! 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