bakelite

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a thermosetting plastic used as electric insulators and for making plastic ware and telephone receivers etc.

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A key step in the development of synthetic plastics was the introduction of a thermoset plastic known as Bakelite phenolic in 1910.sfn Within two years, phenolic resin was applied to plywood as a coating varnish. Source: Internet

Because molded Bakelite incorporated fillers to give it strength, it tended to be made in concealing dark colors. Source: Internet

Bakelite resin could be provided either as powder, or as preformed partially cured slugs, increasing the speed of the casting. Source: Internet

Ericsson DBH 1001 (ca. 1931), the first combined telephone made with a Bakelite housing and handset. Source: Internet

Bakelite continues to be used for wire insulation, brake pads and related automotive components, and industrial electrical-related applications. Source: Internet

"Bakelite is manufactured in several forms to suit varying requirements. Source: Internet

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