Description

Phenol, Polymer With 3A,4,7,7A-Tetrahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene is a specialized phenolic resin derived from the reaction of phenol with dicyclopentadiene (DCPD). This polymer is valued for its excellent thermal stability, chemical resistance, and adhesive properties, making it a critical performance additive in advanced material formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, and composite materials industries seeking to enhance durability and performance under demanding conditions.

Application

• High-Performance Coatings & Paints: Used as a modifying resin to improve hardness, chemical resistance, and thermal stability in industrial and marine coatings.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Serves as a tackifier and reinforcing agent in structural adhesives, especially those requiring high strength and environmental resistance.
• Composite Materials: Acts as a matrix resin or modifier in fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP) and other composites for automotive and aerospace components.
• Friction Materials: Employed as a binder in brake pads and clutch facings to provide consistent frictional properties and thermal management.
• Rubber Compounding: Functions as a reinforcing resin and tackifier in specialty rubber products to enhance modulus and adhesion.
• Foundry & Molding Sands: Used in resin-coated sands for shell molding processes to create precise metal castings.
• Electrical Laminates: Incorporated as a component in phenolic resins for printed circuit boards and electrical insulating materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, Polymer With 3A,4,7,7A-Tetrahydro-4,7-Methano-1H-Indene
CAS No.	30420-31-6
Molecular Formula	(C15H16O)n
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Phenol-dicyclopentadiene polymer; Phenol-DCPD resin; Dicyclopentadiene-phenol resin; Phenolic resin modified with dicyclopentadiene; DCPD-Phenol copolymer; Poly(phenol-co-dicyclopentadiene); 1H-Indene, 3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-4,7-methano-, polymer with phenol; Phenolic tackifier resin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Phenol-DCPD polymer adheres to stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Key parameters such as softening point, hydroxyl value, and molecular weight distribution are rigorously monitored. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and performance specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizers and heat sources. Under these conditions, the product remains stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown solid flakes or lumps
Softening Point (Ring & Ball)	80 - 120 °C
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details
Gardner Color	≤ 12
Phenol Content	< 0.1%
Moisture Content	< 0.5%
Ash Content	< 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.