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Introduction<\/h3>\n

Amine foam delay catalysts play a crucial role in the protection of modern consumer electronics. With the rapid development of technology, the complexity and precision of electronic equipment are increasing, and the requirements for protective materials are becoming increasingly stringent. Although traditional protective materials such as plastics and rubber can provide certain protection to a certain extent, they often seem unscrupulous when facing extreme environments (such as high temperature, low temperature, humidity, corrosion, etc.). Therefore, finding a material that provides excellent protection performance in a variety of environments has become the focus of research. <\/p>\n

Amine foam delay catalysts emerged. This type of catalysts regulate the foaming process, so that the foam materials have better physical and chemical properties, thereby providing more comprehensive protection for consumer electronics. Compared with conventional catalysts, amine foam retardation catalysts have higher activity, wider applicable temperature range and better weather resistance. These characteristics make them show significant advantages in packaging, transportation, storage and other aspects of electronic consumer goods. <\/p>\n

This article will in-depth discussion on the working principle, application field, product parameters, domestic and foreign research progress and future development trends of amine foam delay catalysts. Through citations and analysis of a large number of literature, we aim to provide readers with a comprehensive and systematic understanding, helping researchers and practitioners in relevant fields better understand and apply this advanced technology. <\/p>\n

1. Working principle of amine foam delay catalyst<\/h4>\n

Amine foam delay catalyst is a special chemical substance. Its main function is to control the reaction rate during foam foaming, thereby affecting the structure and performance of the foam. Its working principle can be explained in detail from the following aspects:<\/p>\n

1.1 Chemical structure and function of catalyst<\/h5>\n

Amine catalysts are usually composed of organic amines or derivatives thereof, and common ones include tertiary amines, secondary amines, primary amines, etc. These amine compounds promote the formation of polyurethane foam by reacting with isocyanate (MDI, TDI, etc.). Specifically, amine catalysts can accelerate the reaction between isocyanate and water to generate carbon dioxide gas, thereby promoting the expansion of the foam. At the same time, amine catalysts can also promote the reaction between isocyanate and polyols, form a polyurethane network structure, and impart excellent mechanical properties to the foam material. <\/p>\n

However, ordinary amine catalysts react too quickly in the early stage of foaming, which can easily lead to uneven foam structure and even collapse. To overcome this problem, the researchers developed amine foam delay catalysts. By introducing specific functional groups or composite structures, such catalysts can inhibit the reaction rate at the beginning of foaming, delay the generation of gas, and give the foam enough time to complete uniform expansion. Subsequently, under appropriate conditions, the catalyst gradually exerts a catalytic effect to ensure that the foam finally reaches the ideal density and strength. <\/p>\n

1.2 Reaction kinetics and delay mechanism<\/h5>\n

The core of amine foam retardation catalysts is its unique reaction kinetic characteristics. According to literature reports, the delay mechanism of amine catalysts is mainly divided into two categories: thermal activation type<\/strong> and chemical activation type<\/strong>. <\/p>\n