Process for modifying a shaped polyethylene
US4316783A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 14, 1979 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2023/06
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved process for cross-linking a shaped polyethylene is herein disclosed comprising irradiating it with electron beams using 0.2 to 2 parts by weight of amine alone or in combination with 0.2 to 1.0 part by weight of alcohol for 100 parts by weight of polyethylene to thereby improve the electrical, mechanical, thermal and other characteristics of the polyethylene.
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