This article needs additional citations for verification. (April 2024) |
![]() | |
Names | |
---|---|
Other names
Poly(vinyl butyral)
Poly[(2-propyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-diyl)methylene] | |
Identifiers | |
ChemSpider |
|
ECHA InfoCard | 100.126.112 |
CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
|
|
Properties | |
(C8H14O2)n | |
Molar mass | Variable |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
|
Polyvinyl butyral (or PVB) is a resin mostly used for applications that require strong binding, optical clarity, adhesion to many surfaces, toughness and flexibility. It is prepared from polyvinyl alcohol by reaction with butyraldehyde. The major application is laminated safety glass for automobile windshields.[1] Trade names for PVB-films include KB PVB, GUTMANN PVB, Saflex, GlasNovations, Butacite, WINLITE, S-Lec, Trosifol and EVERLAM. PVB is also available as 3D printer filament that is stronger and more heat resistant than polylactic acid (PLA).