6. Formula optimization considerations
Although the choice of plasticizer is relatively limited, it is important to select it in such a way as to obtain the greatest benefits. This paragraph is intended to facilitate optimization – particularly from an economic point of view – of the ingredients of a formula containing a plasticizer.
The formulator (possibly assisted by a computer program) can quickly propose a basic formula which, from experience, satisfies most of the requirements of the specification (generally, tensile properties at imposed speed). A few factors then need to be modified to meet additional requirements, and the full range of solutions studied. The choice of plasticizer mix is often the key.
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