The Radiation‐induced Graft Copolymerisation of Methacrylic Acid to Nylon

Abstract

The grafting of methacrylic acid to 6,6‐nylon has been achieved by using the γ‐radiation from a 60 Co γ‐source. The effect of total radiation dosage and temperature on the rate of grafting is reported, and interpreted using current copolymerisation concepts. The effect of the new surface on the solubility of the nylon in various solvents, and on the surface electrical resistance, is also described and discussed briefly.