Evaluation of Thermal and Morphological Properties of Nylon 6/Cenosphere Composites

Abstract

PA6/CS composites were prepared with different loading (10, 20 and 30 % w/w) of CS (5-100 µm) by co-rotating twin screw extruder. Injection molded specimens were prepared to evaluate thermal properties of developed composites. Thermal properties like Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Thermo Gravimetric Analysis (TGA) were evaluated for these composites. Morphological properties were also studied for these composites. Addition of Cenosphere improves HDT of Nylon 6 besides reducing cost of the final product. SEM of fractured surface revealed the evenly distribution of Cenosphere in the matrix. As Cenospheres are generated from fly ash in thermal power plant, they are environment friendly, eco-friendly and help to preserve natural virgin filler.
DOI: 10.17762/ijritcc2321-8169.150765