Influences of Chemical Alterations on Thermostabilization and Morphology of PVC-co-Schiff Base Microspheres
نویسندگان
1 Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Al-Nahrain University, P.O. Box: 10070, Baghdad, Iraq
2 Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Al-Nahrain University, P.O. Box: 10070, Baghdad, Iraq
3 Department of Chemical and Process Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), P.O. Box: 43000, Selangor, Malaysia
4 Energy and Renewable Technology Centre, University of Technology, P.O. Box: 10066, Baghdad, Iraq
5 Department of Chemical Industries, Institute of Technology-Baghdad, Middle Technical University, P.O. Box: 10074, Baghdad, Iraq
6 Department of Environmental Science, College of Energy and Environmental Sciences, Alkarkh University of Science, P.O. Box: 10081, Baghdad, Iraq
7 Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Al-Nahrain University, P.O. Box: 10070, Baghdad, Iraq
8 School of Chemical Sciences and Food Technology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, P.O. Box: 43600 Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia
9 Polymer Research Unit, College of Science, Al-Mustansiriyah University, P.O. Box: 10052, Baghdad, Iraq
doi
10.30509/pccc.2024.167307.1298چکیده
This study focuses on enhancing the thermal stability of Poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC) by introducing Schiff bases, aiming to mitigate thermal degradation. The investigation employs a comprehensive array of analysis techniques, including Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), weight loss estimation, and microscopy (optical, scanning electron, and atomic force) to assess the impact of the modifications. Oven-aging tests reveal notable improvements in color stability for modified PVC films. Results consistently indicate a prolonged color change process in modified PVC, signifying enhanced thermal stability. The modifications demonstrate a remarkable ability to neutralize HCl and passivate labile chlorine atoms; this contributes to elevated thermal resistance and effective prevention of thermal degradation in PVC. This study marks a positive stride towards the development of more stable and reliable PVC materials, with implications for diverse applications demanding superior thermal performance.
