Characteristic | Nomex | Aramid Polymers |
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Chemical Structure | Meta-aramid (m-phenylenediamine, isophthaloyl chloride) | Class of synthetic polymers with aromatic polyamide structure |
Types | Nomex is a specific brand of meta-aramid. | Aramids include meta-aramids (e.g., Nomex) and para-aramids (e.g., Kevlar). |
Aromatic Ring Orientation | Meta-oriented structure in the aromatic ring. | Meta-aramids have a meta orientation; para-aramids have a para orientation. |
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