Abstract: Dispersion of sol-derived nano-alumina in an organic solvent mixture containing a 1,2-diol with simple agitation. A thixotropic solution is obtained at 20% alumina in ethylene glycol, while a low viscosity (<100 cps) solution is possible for a 20% alumina in (1:1, N-methylpyrrolidone-ethylene glycol) solution. Alumina particles are de-agglomerated with minimal agitation. The resulting solution or resin solution is stable to settling and re-agglomeration. The nano-alumina dispersion solution can then be mixed with an imide coating to provide for a wire coating to give the wire improved abrasion, COF, and corona resistance.

Abstract: Polyimide oligomers and polymers are cured with the assistance of a phosphorus based catalyst, such as an aryl, alkyl or arylalkyl phosphite. The resulting material has the desirable high thermal properties of condensation polyimides, but with minimal outgassing of water during cure. Novel properties obtained include an increase in glass transition, crosslink density, lower temperature cure, and improved film formation. These properties are important in applications including solvent based coatings, films, powder coatings, pre-impregnated (prepreg) coatings, laminates, compression molding, and thermosetting resin extrusions.

Abstract: Polyamideimide base coating compositions are disclosed which have excess acid functionality which allows the material to be reduced in water or other non-compatible solvents. Amine containing material is added to the polyamideimide, along with water and/or a non-compatible organic solvent, to provide a composition having good coating qualities.