Starch baths

Starch baths are one of the heat treatment methods that are used to improve the properties and quality of products made from various materials. This method is based on the use of a weak aqueous solution of starch as an exposure medium.

Starch is a natural polymer that has a high ability to adsorb and bind various substances. When in contact with water, starch forms a colloidal system, which has high surface activity and the ability to bind various impurities and contaminants.

When using starch baths to process products, a starch solution is applied to the surface of the material and then heated to a certain temperature. Starch binds to various contaminants and impurities that may be on the surface of the material and removes them.

In addition, starch baths can be used to improve the mechanical properties of a material, such as strength, stiffness and resistance to deformation. The starch solution can penetrate into the structure of the material and strengthen it, which increases its resistance to mechanical loads and reduces the likelihood of material destruction.

However, when using starch baths, it is necessary to take into account some features and limitations. Starch baths can only be used on materials that are not sensitive to starch. In addition, before using starch baths, it is necessary to carry out preliminary preparation of the material in order to remove all contaminants and impurities that could interfere with the processing process.