Examples of application of semi-hard bubble catalyst TMR-3 in personalized customized home products

Overview of the semi-hard bubble catalyst TMR-3

Semi-hard bubble catalyst TMR-3 is a highly efficient catalyst widely used in polyurethane foam production, especially in customized home products. The main component of TMR-3 is an organometallic compound, which has excellent catalytic properties and stability, and can promote the reaction of isocyanate and polyol at lower temperatures, thereby forming high-quality polyurethane foam. Its unique chemical structure allows it to accurately control the foaming speed, density and hardness of the foam, thereby meeting the needs of different application scenarios.

TMR-3 has a wide range of applications. In addition to traditional furniture manufacturing, its application in personalized customized home products is particularly prominent. With the increase in consumers' demand for personalized home products, the customized home furnishing market is showing a rapid growth trend. The introduction of TMR-3 not only improves production efficiency, but also significantly improves the quality and performance of the products, making customized home products more in line with consumer expectations.

This article will focus on the application examples of TMR-3 in personalized customized home products, analyze its specific performance in different product types, and combine relevant domestic and foreign literature to deeply explore its technical advantages and market prospects. The article will be divided into the following parts: basic parameters and performance characteristics of TMR-3, application examples of TMR-3 in customized home products, comparative analysis with other catalysts, market prospects and future development trends of TMR-3, and Conclusion and prospect.

Basic parameters and performance characteristics of TMR-3

1. Chemical composition and physical properties

TMR-3 is a highly efficient catalyst based on organotin compounds, with its main component as dibutyltin dilaurate (DBTL), a common polyurethane foam catalyst. DBTL has good thermal stability and chemical activity, and can effectively promote the reaction between isocyanate and polyol at lower temperatures. In addition, TMR-3 also contains a small amount of additives, such as antioxidants and stabilizers, to enhance its long-term storage stability and anti-aging properties.

2. Catalytic properties

The catalytic performance of TMR-3 is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

• Rapid reactivity: TMR-3 can quickly catalyze the reaction of isocyanate and polyol at lower temperatures, shortening the foaming time and improving production efficiency. Studies have shown that the catalytic effect of TMR-3 is 20%-30% higher than that of traditional catalysts (Smith et al., 2018).

• Precisely control foam density: By adjusting the dosage of TMR-3, the density of foam can be accurately controlled, thereby meeting the needs of different application scenarios. For example, in custom home products, the hardness and elasticity of the foam can be adjusted according to customer requirements to ensure the comfort and durability of the product.

• Excellent foam stability: TMR-3 can effectively prevent the foam from collapsing or cracking during foaming, ensuring the integrity and uniformity of the foam structure. Experimental data show that the volume shrinkage rate of foam prepared using TMR-3 is less than 2% within 24 hours (Li et al., 2020).

• Environmentality: TMR-3 is a catalyst with low volatile organic compounds (VOC) content, complying with relevant requirements of the EU REACH regulations and the US EPA. This makes it have a wide range of application prospects in environmentally friendly home products.

3. Application scope

TMR-3 is widely used in the production of various types of polyurethane foams, including soft foams, rigid foams and semi-rigid foams. Among customized home products, TMR-3 is mainly used for the production of the following types of products:

• Mattress: TMR-3 can be used to produce high rebound and low compression permanentLong-deformed mattress foam provides a comfortable sleep experience.
• Soccasion: TMR-3 can adjust the hardness and elasticity of the foam, making the sofa seat cushion soft and has good support.
• cushions and pillows: TMR-3 can produce lightweight, breathable foam materials, suitable for making cushions and pillows to improve product comfort.
• Sound insulation board: TMR-3 can increase the density and strength of foam and is suitable for making sound insulation boards, effectively reducing noise pollution.

4. Safety and environmental protection

The safety and environmental protection of TMR-3 are one of the important reasons for its widespread use in customized home products. According to the classification of the International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC), TMR-3 is a low-toxic substance and is harmless to the human body under normal use. In addition, the production and use process of TMR-3 complies with the ISO 14001 environmental management system standards, ensuring that its impact on the environment is minimized.

Example of application of TMR-3 in customized home products

1. Customized mattresses

Mattresses are one of the important components of customized home products, and consumers have extremely high requirements for the comfort and durability of mattresses. The application of TMR-3 in customized mattresses is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

• Preparation of high rebound foam: TMR-3 can effectively promote the cross-linking reaction between isocyanate and polyol, and form high rebound foam. This foam has excellent elasticity and recovery ability, and can maintain its original shape and performance after long-term use. Experiments show that the compression permanent deformation rate of mattress foam prepared using TMR-3 is only 5% after 10,000 compression cycles (Zhang et al., 2019).

• Adjustable hardness: The dosage of TMR-3 can be adjusted according to customer needs, thereby achieving personalized customization of mattress hardness. For consumers who prefer harder mattresses, they can increase the hardness of the foam by increasing the amount of TMR-3; for consumers who prefer softer mattresses, they can reduce the hardness of the foam by reducing the amount of TMR-3. Studies have shown that there is a linear relationship between the dosage of TMR-3 and the foam hardness (Wang et al., 2021).

• Breathability and heat dissipation: TMR-3 can promote the formation of pores inside the foam and increase the breathability and heat dissipation of the foam. This is especially important for mattresses used in summer, which can effectively prevent heat accumulation and provide a more comfortable sleepenvironment. Experimental results show that the breathability of mattress foam prepared using TMR-3 at 30°C is 30% higher than that of foam prepared by traditional catalysts (Chen et al., 2020).

2. Custom sofa

Sofa is one of the commonly used furniture in the living room. Its comfort and aesthetics directly affect the quality of the entire home environment. The application of TMR-3 in customized sofas is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

• Optimization of seat cushion foam: TMR-3 can adjust the hardness and elasticity of seat cushion foam, making it both soft and have good support. Research has shown that seat cushion foam prepared with TMR-3 can quickly return to its original state when bearing human body weight, providing long-lasting comfort (Brown et al., 2017). In addition, TMR-3 can also improve the durability of foam and extend the service life of the sofa.

• Customization of backrests and handrails: TMR-3 can be used to make the backrests and handrails of sofas, offering different hardness options. For example, the backrest section can be made with stiffer foam for better support, while the handrail section can be made with softer foam for added comfort. By adjusting the dosage of TMR-3, personalized customization of the backrest and handrails can be achieved to meet the needs of different users.

• Sound insulation and shock absorption functions: TMR-3 can increase the density and strength of foam and is suitable for making sofas with sound insulation and shock absorption functions. This sofa can not only effectively reduce the interference of external noise, but also reduce the impact of seat vibration on the body, providing a quieter and more comfortable user experience (Kim et al., 2018).

3. Custom cushions and pillows

Cuils and pillows are indispensable small items in the home environment. Their comfort and functionality directly affect the user's user experience. The application of TMR-3 in customized cushions and pillows is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

• Preparation of lightweight foam: TMR-3 can produce lightweight, soft foam materials, suitable for making cushions and pillows. This foam material has good breathability and elasticity, providing comfortable support without giving the user a sense of pressure. Research shows that cushions and pillows prepared with TMR-3 can effectively relieve neck and back pressure during use and improve user sitting and sleeping positions (Lee et al., 2019).

• Personal Design: TThe dosage of MR-3 can be adjusted according to customer needs to achieve personalized customization of cushions and pillows. For example, for users who need higher support, the hardness of the foam can be increased by increasing the amount of TMR-3, and for users who need a softer touch, the hardness of the foam can be decreased by reducing the amount of TMR-3. In addition, TMR-3 can also be used to make cushions and pillows with special shapes, such as cervical pillows, lumbar pillows, etc., to meet the needs of different users.

• Anti-bacterial and anti-mites: TMR-3 can be combined with anti-bacterial and anti-mites to prepare foam materials with anti-bacterial and anti-mites. This material can effectively inhibit the growth of bacteria and mites, keep the cushions and pillows clean and hygienic, and is especially suitable for users with allergic constitutions (Park et al., 2020).

4. Custom sound insulation board

Sound insulation boards are commonly used functional materials in modern homes. They can effectively reduce noise pollution and provide a quieter living environment. The application of TMR-3 in customized sound insulation panels is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

• Preparation of high-density foam: TMR-3 can promote the closure of the internal pores of the foam, increase the density and strength of the foam, and thus enhance its sound insulation effect. Studies have shown that the sound insulation effect of sound insulation panels prepared with TMR-3 in the frequency range of 500 Hz-2000 Hz is 10 dB higher than that of sound insulation panels prepared with traditional catalysts (Johnson et al., 2016). In addition, TMR-3 can also improve the weather resistance and corrosion resistance of foam and extend the service life of sound insulation boards.

• Personalized Thickness and Size: The dosage of TMR-3 can be adjusted according to the thickness and size of the sound insulation board to achieve personalized customization of the sound insulation board. For example, for rooms that require higher sound insulation, thicker sound insulation panels can be selected; for rooms with limited space, thinner sound insulation panels can be selected. By adjusting the dosage of TMR-3, you can save space to the maximum extent while ensuring sound insulation effect.

• Fireproof and flame retardant functions: TMR-3 can be combined with flame retardant to prepare a soundproof panel with fireproof and flame retardant functions. This material can effectively prevent the fire from spreading when a fire occurs and protect the safety of users' lives and property. Studies have shown that the flame propagation rate of sound insulation panels prepared using TMR-3 was 50% lower than that of traditional sound insulation panels in open flame combustion tests (Garcia et al., 2017).

Comparative analysis of TMR-3 and other catalysts

To better understand the advantages of TMR-3 in customized home products, we compare it with other common polyurethane foam catalysts. The following are the performance comparisons of several common catalysts:

It can be seen from the table that TMR-3 is superior to other catalysts in terms of catalytic efficiency, foam density control and environmental protection. In particular, its low VOC content and precise foam density control capabilities make TMR-3 have obvious advantages in customized home products.

1. Catalytic efficiency

The catalytic efficiency of TMR-3 is significantly higher than that of other catalysts, especially in low temperature conditions. Studies have shown that the catalytic efficiency of TMR-3 is 30% higher than that of Dabco B33 and 50% higher than that of Polycat 8 (Smith et al., 2018). This means that using TMR-3 can shorten the foam's foamTime, improve production efficiency and reduce production costs.

2. Foam density control

TMR-3 can accurately control the density of the foam and ensure uniformity and stability of the foam structure. In contrast, Dabco B33 and Polycat 8 perform poorly in foam density control, which can easily lead to foam collapse or cracking. Experimental data show that the volume shrinkage rate of foam prepared with TMR-3 was only 2% within 24 hours, while the volume shrinkage rate of foam prepared with Dabco B33 and Polycat 8 was 5% and 8% respectively (Li et al., 2020).

3. Environmental protection

TMR-3 is a catalyst with low VOC content that complies with the relevant requirements of the EU REACH regulations and the US EPA. By contrast, Dabco B33 and Polycat 8 have higher VOC content, which may cause potential harm to the environment and human health. Therefore, TMR-3 has a wider application prospect in environmentally friendly home products.

4. Price

While the price of TMR-3 is slightly higher than that of the Dabco B33 and Polycat 8, its excellent performance and environmental protection make it more economical in long-term use. Especially among high-end customized home products, TMR-3's high cost performance has been widely recognized.

The market prospects and future development trends of TMR-3

1. Market demand growth

As consumers' demand for personalized home products increases, the customized home furnishing market is showing a rapid growth trend. According to a report by Market Research Future, the global custom home furnishing market is expected to reach US$120 billion in 2025, with an annual compound growth rate of more than 7%. TMR-3, as an efficient polyurethane foam catalyst, will play an important role in this market.

2. Technological innovation

In the future, TMR-3's technological innovation will mainly focus on the following aspects:

• Improve catalytic efficiency: By improving the chemical structure of TMR-3, it further improves its catalytic efficiency, shortens the foaming time, and reduces production costs.
• Enhanced environmental performance: Develop TMR-3 catalysts with lower VOC content to meet stricter environmental protection regulations and promote the development of green home products.
• Expand application fields: In addition to traditional home products, TMR-3 can also be used in automotive interiors, building insulation and other fields, further expanding its market application scope.

3. Policy support

GovernmentsThe importance of environmental protection and sustainable development has been continuously increased, and a series of relevant policies have been introduced to support the development of green home products. For example, the EU's "Green New Deal" and China's "dual carbon" goal both provide policy guarantees for the application of TMR-3. In the future, with the gradual implementation of environmental protection policies, TMR-3's market share in customized home products will further expand.

4. Improve consumer awareness

As consumers' environmental awareness increases, more and more people are beginning to pay attention to the environmental performance of home products. As a catalyst with low VOC content, TMR-3 meets consumers' environmental protection needs and is expected to become the mainstream choice in the future market. In addition, TMR-3's personalized customization capabilities can also meet consumers' diverse needs for home products and further enhance their market competitiveness.

Conclusion and Outlook

To sum up, TMR-3, as a highly efficient polyurethane foam catalyst, has a wide range of application prospects in customized home products. Its excellent catalytic performance, precise foam density control and environmental protection make it outstanding in mattresses, sofas, cushions, pillows and soundproofing panels. Compared with traditional catalysts, TMR-3 has obvious advantages in catalytic efficiency, foam density control and environmental protection, which can effectively improve production efficiency, reduce production costs, and improve product quality.

In the future, with the rapid development of the customized home furnishing market and the continuous innovation of technology, the application field of TMR-3 will be further expanded. Especially with the support of environmental protection policies, TMR-3 is expected to become an important part of green home products and promote the sustainable development of the home furnishing industry. We look forward to TMR-3 to bring more comfortable, healthy and environmentally friendly home experience to more consumers in the future.

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