BS 1322:1992

This standard BS 1322:1992 Specification for aminoplastic moulding materials is classified in these ICS categories:

• 83.080.10 Thermosetting materials

1.1 This International Standard establishes a specification applicable to four types of aminoplastic moulding materials, classified according to use, as follows:

Type UF A – General purpose

Example: Urea-formaldehyde resin with cellulose filler.

Type MF B – Hot-water resistant

Example: Melamine-formaldehyde resin with cellulose filler.

Type MF C – Heat resistant and electrical

Example: Melamine-formaldehyde resin with inorganic filler.

Type MF D – Impact resistant

Example: Melamine-formaldehyde resin with chopped cotton-cloth filler.

1.2 These types have been further sub-divided into grades based on property levels and requirements, as follows: