Abstract
AbstractMicrocapsules with epoxy curing agent were successfully prepared by an in‐situ polymerization route with epoxy resin and poly‐(urea–formaldehyde) as core and shell materials, respectively. The synthetic conditions were optimized by a comprehensive investigation on raw materials consumption, size distribution, and surface morphology. Preparation of microcapsules with high wrap ratio was also demonstrated. The as‐synthesized microcapsules were studied using various characterizations techniques, including optical microscope, fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, and contact angle meter. Spherical microcapsules (size: ∼ 60 μm) with smooth surface were obtained when the stirring rate was 400 rpm and the amount of core materials is 76 wt %. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
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