Did you know that different plastics have different properties?
Some plastics are valued for their insulating properties, for example, phenol formaldehyde, also known as bakelike, was used in plugs and light sockets to protect people from electrical shocks.
Light socket adaptor - PHSL : 322
Two-pin plug - AIBDC : 0_6575
Anglepoise lamp - AIBDC : 0_3127
It can also protect against heat and has been used in handles:
Kettle - AIBDC : 0_2509
Espresso maker - AIBDC : 0_2452
Iron - AIBDC : 0_1962
You can investigate the properties of materials in MoDiP's Curators Guide to Plastics.
Louise Dennis (Assistant Curator)
Some plastics are valued for their insulating properties, for example, phenol formaldehyde, also known as bakelike, was used in plugs and light sockets to protect people from electrical shocks.
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It can also protect against heat and has been used in handles:
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Louise Dennis (Assistant Curator)