Plastics - Phenolic resins - Separation by liquid chromatography (ISO 11401:1993)

Specifies three chromatographic methods for the separation of phenolic resins into their component compounds according to molecular size or molecular weight and polarity: gel-permeation chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography on polar and on non-polar columns. Applies to phenolic resins that are soluble in the solvents and solvent blends used. This test is useful for characterization of products and for research.

Kunststoffe - Phenolharze - Trennung durch Flüssigchromatographie (ISO 11401:1993)

Diese Internationale Norm beschreibt chromatographische Verfahren zur Auftrennung von Phenolharzen in seine Bestandteile. Die Trennung erfolgt nach Molekulargewicht und/oder Polarität. Es gibt verschiedene Verfahren der Flüssigchromatographie. A: Gelchromatographie B: Hochleistungsflüssigchromatographie auf polaren Kolonnen C: Hochleistungsflüssigchromatographie auf unpolaren Kolonnen

Plastiques - Résines phénoliques - Séparation par chromatographie en phase liquide (ISO 11401:1993)

La CEI 61290-3-3:2013 applique à tous les amplificateurs optiques (AO) monocanaux disponibles commercialement, y compris les AO utilisant des fibres pompées optiquement (OFA) basées soit sur des fibres dopées aux terres rares, soit sur l'effet Raman, les amplificateurs optiques à semiconducteurs (AOS) et les amplificateurs optiques à guide d'onde planaire (POWA). Elle s'applique plus particulièrement aux AO monocanaux placés devant des récepteurs optiques, lorsqu'il n'y a pas d'élément de filtrage optique passe bande placé entre l'AO et le récepteur. L'objet de la présente partie de la CEI 61290-3 est de déterminer des exigences uniformes de mesure précise et fiable du rapport de la puissance de sortie du signal sur la puissance totale d'émission spontanée amplifiée (ESA) générée par l'AO (amplificateur optique) dans la bande passante optique du récepteur. Cette quantité est une mesure du bruit de battement spontané-spontané au niveau du récepteur et elle est corrélée avec le facteur de bruit spontané-spontané de l'AO, Fsp-sp, selon les définitions de la CEI 61290-3 et de la CEI 61291-1.
Mots clés: amplificateurs optiques (AO) monocanaux, amplificateurs optiques à semiconducteurs (AOS), amplificateurs optiques à guide d'onde planaire (POWA), mesure pré du rapport de la puissance de sortie du signal sur la puissance totale d'émission spontanée amplifiée (ESA) générée par l'AO (amplificateur optique) dans la bande passante optique du récepteur

Polimerni materiali - Fenolne smole - Ločitev s tekočinsko kromatografijo (ISO 11401:1993)

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
18-Aug-1998
Withdrawal Date
27-Feb-1999
Technical Committee
CEN/TC 249 - Plastics
Current Stage
6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
Start Date
19-Aug-1998
Completion Date
19-Aug-1998

Relations

Effective Date
09-Feb-2026
Effective Date
28-Jan-2026

Overview

EN ISO 11401:1998 specifies standardized methods for the separation of phenolic resins in plastics using liquid chromatography. Developed by CEN and based on ISO 11401:1993, this standard outlines three chromatographic procedures-gel-permeation chromatography (GPC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) on polar columns, and HPLC on non-polar (reversed-phase) columns. These techniques separate phenolic resins by molecular size, molecular weight, or polarity, providing a valuable approach for the characterization and analysis of thermosetting plastics, specifically phenolic resins that are soluble in the solvents specified.

This standard is particularly relevant in quality control, research, and product characterization in the plastics industry where phenolic resins are widely used due to their thermal stability and strong mechanical properties.

Key Topics

  • Chromatographic Methods:
    EN ISO 11401:1998 presents three separation methods tailored to different resin properties:

    • Gel-Permeation Chromatography (GPC): Separates resin components by molecular size. Ideal for assessing the distribution of molecular sizes within novolaks and other phenolic resins.
    • High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) on Polar Columns: Focuses on separation by both molecular weight and polarity. This method is especially suitable for analyzing novolaks and tetrahydrofuran-soluble resols.
    • HPLC on Non-Polar (Reversed-Phase) Columns: Separates resin components predominantly by their polarity and is best suited for resol resins.
  • Resin Types:
    The standard specifically discusses:

    • Novolaks: Non-self-curing phenolic resins, stable and fusible, made from phenol and formaldehyde.
    • Resols: Self-curing phenolic resins containing methylol groups, used where thermosetting properties are required.
  • Sample Requirements:
    Analysis is only applicable to phenolic resins that are soluble in the designated chromatographic solvents.

  • Qualitative and Quantitative Evaluation:
    Methods support both qualitative comparison of chromatograms and quantitative analysis where resin components can be separately determined, e.g., for phenol content or low-molecular-weight fractions.

Applications

The standardized chromatographic methods in EN ISO 11401:1998 have broad applications in research, product development, and industrial quality control:

  • Resin Characterization:
    Enables detailed profiling of phenolic resin composition, crucial for understanding performance characteristics in end-use applications such as adhesives, coatings, composites, and molding compounds.

  • Quality Control:
    Manufacturers use these methods during production to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with technical specifications.

  • Research and Development:
    Essential for the development of new phenolic resin formulations, facilitating the study of polymerization mechanisms and the effect of different raw materials or process variables on resin structure.

  • Material Certification:
    Supports documentation for product certification and regulatory compliance, especially for materials used in demanding applications like electronics, automotive, and aerospace.

Related Standards

  • ISO 472: Plastics - Vocabulary:
    Provides comprehensive terminology for all types of plastics, including phenolic resins.

  • ISO 10082: Plastics - Phenolic Resins - Definitions and Test Methods:
    Offers definitions, general properties, and complementary test methods for phenolic resins.

Organizing laboratory procedures and ensuring consistency in the analysis of phenolic resins is made easier with EN ISO 11401:1998, supporting innovation and reliability in thermosetting materials across industries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN ISO 11401:1998 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Plastics - Phenolic resins - Separation by liquid chromatography (ISO 11401:1993)". This standard covers: Specifies three chromatographic methods for the separation of phenolic resins into their component compounds according to molecular size or molecular weight and polarity: gel-permeation chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography on polar and on non-polar columns. Applies to phenolic resins that are soluble in the solvents and solvent blends used. This test is useful for characterization of products and for research.

Specifies three chromatographic methods for the separation of phenolic resins into their component compounds according to molecular size or molecular weight and polarity: gel-permeation chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography on polar and on non-polar columns. Applies to phenolic resins that are soluble in the solvents and solvent blends used. This test is useful for characterization of products and for research.

EN ISO 11401:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 83.080.10 - Thermosetting materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN ISO 11401:1998 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 10082:1991, EN 434:1994. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN ISO 11401:1998 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.

Standards Content (Sample)


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Plastics - Phenolic resins - Separation by liquid chromatography (ISO 11401:1993)
Kunststoffe - Phenolharze - Trennung durch Flüssigchromatographie (ISO 11401:1993)
Plastiques - Résines phénoliques - Séparation par chromatographie en phase liquide
(ISO 11401:1993)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 11401:1998
ICS:
83.080.10 Duromeri Thermosetting materials
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

ISO
STANDARD 11401
First edition
1993-12-01
- Phenolic resins - Separation
Plastics
by liquid chromatography
- R&ines phbnoliques - Separation par Chromatographie en
Plas tiques
Phase liquide
Reference number
ISO 11401:1993(E)
Foreword
ISO (the Wernational Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide
federation of national Standards bodies (ISO member bodies). The work
of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through ISO
technical committees. Esch member body interested in a subject for
which a technical committee has been established has the right to be
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and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO
collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission
(IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization.
Draft International Standards adopted by the technical committees are
circulated to the member bodies for voting. Publication as an International
Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies casting
a vote.
International Standard ISO 11401 was prepared by Technical Committee
lSO/TC 61, Plastics, Sub-Committee SC 12, Thermosetting materials.
Later, this International Standard will become part of a general Standard
concerning liquid chromatography.
0 ISO 1993
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized in any form or
by any means, electronie or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without per-
mission in writing from the publisher.
International Organization for Standardization
Case Postale 56 0 CH-121 ‘1 GenGve 20 0 Switzerland
Printed in Switzerland
ii
ISO 1~401:1993(E)
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD
- Phenolic resins - Separation by liquid
Plastics
chromatography
2 Normative references
1 Scope
The following Standards contain provisions which,
1.1 This International Standard specifies chromato-
through reference in this text, constitute provisions
graphic methods for the Separation of phenolic resins
of this International Standard. At the time of publi-
into their component compounds. Separation takes
cation, the editions indicated were valid. All Standards
place according to molecular weight and/or polarity.
are subject to revision, and Parties to agreements
based on this International Standard are encouraged
There are various liquid chromatographic methods:
to investigate the possibility of applying the most re-
cent editions of the Standards indicated below.
A: Gel-permeation chromatography
Members of IEC and ISO maintain registers of cur-
rently valid International Standards.
liquid chromatography on
B: High-performance
polar columns
ISO 472:1988, Plastics - Vocabulary.
liquid chromatography on
Ce l-ligh-performance
ISO 10082:199”1, Plastics - Phenolic resins - Defi-
non-polar columns
nitions and test methods.
lt is possible to separate a phenolic resin into its
components according to molecular size using
3 Definitions
method A (gel-permeation chromatography). Whereas
free Phenol and the sum of the dihydro-
For the purposes of this International Standard, the
xydiphenylmethanes (in novolaks) and various
following definitions apply.
methylolphenols (in resols) are quantitatively separ-
ated in this procedure, high-molecular-weight compo-
3.1 phenolic resin: Generally, a class of resins
nents of the resins are only incompletely separated
made by the polycondensation of Phenol, its
due to the multitude of isomers.
homologues and/or derivatives, with aldehydes or ke-
tones. [ISO 4721
Methods B and C (high-performance liquid chroma-
tography) separate the compounds in the resin ac-
3.2 novolaks: Non-self-curing, soluble, fusible
cording to molecular weig ht and polarity.
phenolic resins that remain stable when stored, the
Molecular-weight effects predominate on polar sta-
Phenol nuclei of which are Iinked primarily by
tionary phases (method B), and the effect of polarity
methylene bridges. Novolaks tan be made to react
on non-polar stationary phases (method C). These
further and crosslink by the addition of hardeners;
methods also allow quantitative determination of in-
heating is also usually necessary. [ISO 10082]
dividual low-molecular-weight resin components. Be-
cause of the different resin solubilities, method B is
See also novolak in ISO 472.
more suitable for novolaks and method C for resols.
3.3 resols: Soluble, fusible phenolic resins which, in
contrast to novolaks, contain methylol groups and
1.2 The methods are applicable to phenolic resins
methylene-ether and sometimes also methylene-
that are soluble in the solvents and solvent blends
amine bridges. Resols are self-curing; they crosslink
used.
into insoluble products when heated and/or mixed
with catalysts, without addition of further reaction
1.3 This test is useful for characterization of pro-
components. Resols are perishable and tan be stored
ducts and for research.
for a limited time only. [ISO 100821
ISO 11401:1993(E)
4.1.5 Test conditions
See also resol in ISO 472.
Temperature: room temperature
4 Test methods
Carrier: tetrahydrofuran
4.1 Method A - Gel-permeation
Flow rate: 1 ml/min
chromatography
Injection volume: 20 pl
NOTE 1 The reagents, apparatus and test conditions
given are examples. Others may be used if similar or better
Detector: UV detector at 254 nm or 280 nm, or
results are obtained.
refractometer
4.1.1 Principle
4.1.6 Evaluation of results
A test Sample of the phenolic resin is dissolved in a
Exact calibration for determination of the molecular-
suitable solvent and the molecular-weight distribution
weight distribution is difficult since the phenolic
is determined by Separation on columns with polymer
hydroxyl groups add to tetrahydrofuran, although this
gels having different pore diameters.
addition is incomplete in long-chain molecules due to
steric hindrance.
4.1.2 Reagents
Qualitative evaluation may be carried ou
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