Linear Low Density Polyethylene/clay Nanocomposites: Influence of MAH-g-PE as Compatibilizer Loading on the Physico-Mechanical Properties and Crystallization Characteristics

In this investigation nanocomposites have been prepared from LLDPE, Nanomer(1.30P) with and without MAH-g-PE (Epolene C16) by melt intercalation method. Different Physico-Mechanical properties of the nanocomposites and virgin PE were assessed and compared. Nanocomposites microstructure were visualized by TEM analysis. It is revealed that nanocomposites showed improved mechanical properties with decreased breaking strain as compared to base polymer. Compatibilised nanocomposites showed improved mechanical properties, thermal stability and crystallization characteristics in comparision to the neat and uncompatibilised counterparts.