The properties of materials derived from diphenolic acid (4-(bis(hydroxyphenyl))pentanoic acid, DPA), such as polycarbonate homo- and co-polymers (with bisphenol A, BPA), have been determined. The influence of copolymer composition on the thermal properties of these materials has been determined. Blends of polycarbonates from BPA and from DPA appear to be compatible.
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