Polyurethane Synthetic Papers Based on Different Inorganic Fillers with Water and Fire Resistance

Abstract

AbstractPolyurethane synthetic papers based on different inorganic fillers are prepared via wet phase inversion process and inorganic mineral filling modification technique. The surface and cross‐section morphology, tensile strength and elongation at break, fire resistance, water and oil adsorption, ink contact angle, writing and printing effects, and water resistance of synthetic paper are investigated, respectively. A large number of pores are present on the surface and in the interior of the synthetic papers and provide huge space for ink molecules. The synthetic paper with transparent powder filled exhibits the optimal performance in tensile strength and elongation at break. Moreover, the fire resistance of polyurethane is improved by inorganic particles, and the highest limit oxygen index value of synthetic paper reaches up to 31.8%, which meets the standard of flame retardant. Meanwhile, filled synthetic papers exhibit high water and oil adsorption capacity, good ink‐affinity, excellent writing and printing effects. In addition, filled synthetic papers perform well in water resistance when written and printed synthetic papers are immersed in water. This work may provide a new idea to design a novel, greener, and multifunctional synthetic paper for its broad applications.