Enhancing Safety and Performance: The Application of Melamine Cyanurate in Household Appliances
2025-09-12
In the competitive household appliances industry, manufacturers are continuously seeking advanced materials that improve product safety, durability, and compliance with international standards. One such key material is Melamine Cyanurate, a highly effective flame retardant widely used in electrical and electronic components. This article explores the critical role of Melamine Cyanurate in household appliances and details its technical parameters.
Why Melamine Cyanurate?
Melamine Cyanurate is a halogen-free flame retardant known for its exceptional ability to suppress combustion and reduce smoke density. It is particularly valuable in appliances such as washing machines, air conditioners, microwaves, and power sockets, where electrical components are prone to overheating. By incorporating Melamine Cyanurate into polymer composites, manufacturers significantly enhance fire safety without compromising mechanical performance.
Key Product Parameters
The effectiveness of Melamine Cyanurate depends on several technical characteristics. Below is a detailed breakdown of its typical parameters:
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White fine powder | Visual |
| Purity | ≥ 99.5% | HPLC |
| Density | 1.7 g/cm³ | ISO 1183 |
| Decomposition Temperature | > 300 °C | TGA |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.2% | Karl Fischer Titration |
| Average Particle Size | 1.5 - 2.5 μm | Laser Diffraction |
| pH Value | 6.0 - 8.0 | ISO 787-9 |
In addition to the above, this flame retardant exhibits excellent thermal stability and low solubility, making it ideal for blending with engineering plastics like nylons (PA6, PA66), polyesters (PBT, PET), and polypropylene.
Benefits in Application
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High Efficiency: Low loading levels (often 5-10% by weight) are sufficient to achieve UL94 V-0 ratings.
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Environmental Compliance: Halogen-free and compliant with RoHS and REACH regulations.
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Improved Material Integrity: Enhances resistance to heat aging and maintains polymer flow properties during molding.
Conclusion
Integrating Melamine Cyanurate into household appliance components is a proven strategy for elevating product safety and meeting stringent global fire safety standards. Its outstanding thermal properties and regulatory compliance make it a preferred choice for engineers and material developers. As innovation continues, Melamine Cyanurate remains a critical material in the design of next-generation safe and reliable appliances.
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