plastisol

chemical compound

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A plastisol is a substance made from a mixture of a resin and a plasticizer. This mixture forms a free-flowing liquid that is stable for extended periods.12

Plastisols can be molded, cast, or formed into a continuous film by applying heat. For example, a suspension of PVC particles in a plasticizer can be heated to form a homogeneous gel. This process allows for the creation of realistic items like insects or fishing worms using inexpensive molds. Additionally, dipping a mold into a plastisol and then heating it can produce a glove after cooling. The first known use of the term "plastisol" was in 1946.12

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The resultant fluid, called a plastisol, will remain liquid even after cooling but will solidify into a gel upon reheating. Plastisols can be made into products by being spread on fabric or cast into molds. Flexible gloves can be made by dipping a hand-shaped form into plastisol, and hollow objects…
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The resultant fluid, called a plastisol, will remain liquid even after cooling but will solidify into a gel upon reheating. Plastisols can be made into products by being spread on fabric or cast into molds. Flexible gloves can be made by dipping a hand-shaped form into plastisol, and hollow objects…
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