Epoxy/Anhydride Thermoset Matrix

Controllable High-T Decomposition

This thermoset matrix thermally decomposes in composite insulator core rods due to partial discharge heating, with systematically revealed scission mechanisms and secondary effects of gaseous/liquid products on surrounding materials.

Wan, Zhiyu · Zhang, Dandan · Gao, Chao · Lu, Ming · Zhenbiao, Li · Ziheng, Huang · Yuwei, You · Zehong, Wang

Polymer Degradation and Stability 2024

Advantages

Below 360 °C, scission at crosslinking points predominates, forming anhydrides

Above 380 °C, main chain scission produces corresponding fragments

Above 600 °C, formation of low molecular weight substances, high vapor pressure gases, and swelling-inducing liquids

Organic acids formed from 240 °C to 1000 °C