Capran® PIR-1500 film from AdvanSix contains 100% post-industrial recycled (PIR) raw materials while providing the same top performance and processability as Capran® 1500, its standard, non-recycled counterpart.
Capran® 1500 is a 0.59 mil (15 micron) biaxially oriented nylon 6 film suitable for packaging applications that demand optimum protection and performance. It provides critical properties such as high gas barrier, excellent toughness and puncture resistance, optical clarity and exceptional flex crack resistance.
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Identification & Functionality
Capran® PIR-1500 Features & Benefits
Capran® PIR 1500 is a 0.59 mil (15 micron) biaxially oriented nylon 6 film. It features a superior balance of properties, including high gas barrier, excellent toughness and puncture resistance, optical clarity, and exceptional flex crack resistance. Capran® PIR 1500 is well-suited for packaging applications requiring optimum protection and performance.
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Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Average Thickness (Target, 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 15 | microns | AdvanSix Method |
| Average Thickness (Tolerance, 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | (±) 5 | % | AdvanSix Method |
| Basis Weight (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 17.24 | g/sq.m | AdvanSix Method |
| Coefficient of Friction - Kinetic (Film to Film, 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 0.5 - 0.9 | - | ASTM D-1894 |
| Coefficient of Friction - Kinetic (Film to Metal, 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 0.2 - 0.3 | - | ASTM D-1894 |
| Dimensional Stability - MD (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | max. 3.0 | % | Hot air at 320ºF (160ºC), 5 mins |
| Dimensional Stability - TD (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | max. 2.5 | % | Hot air at 320ºF (160ºC), 5 mins |
| Elongation at Break - MD (73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 80 - 110 | % | ASTM D-882 |
| Elongation at Break - TD (73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 80 - 110 | % | ASTM D-882 |
| Haze (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | max. 2.5 | % | ASTM D-1003 |
| Modulus Secant MD (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 1,724 - 2,413 | MPa | ASTM D-882 |
| Modulus Secant TD (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 1,724 - 2,413 | MPa | ASTM D-882 |
| Oxygen Transmission Rate (at 77ºF (25ºC), 0% RH) | 47 - 62 | cc/m²/day | ASTM D-3985 |
| Surface Tension Treated Side (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | min. 56 | dynes/cm | ASTM D-2578 |
| Surface Tension Untreated Side (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 48 - 54 | dynes/cm | ASTM D-2578 |
| Tensile Strength at Break - MD (73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 220 - 310 | MPa | ASTM D-882 |
| Tensile Strength at Break - TD (73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 220 - 310 | MPa | ASTM D-882 |
| Water Vapor Transmission Rate (at 100ºF (37.7ºC), 100% RH) | 310 - 357 | gm/m²/day | ASTM F-1249 |
| Yield (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH) | 58.02 | sq.m/kg | AdvanSix Method |