Comparing PP And Polyethylene

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PP does not present stress-cracking problems and offers excellent electrical and chemical resistance at higher temperatures. While the properties of PP are similar to those of Polyethylene, there are specific differences. These include a lower density, higher softening point (PP doesn't melt below 160oc, Polyethylene, a more common plastic, will anneal at around 100oc) and higher rigidity and

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