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Lumicene® mPE M4041 UV

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Lumicene® mPE M4041 UV is a Second generation Metallocene PE for rotomolding applications requiring good mechanical properties and gloss.

Polymer Name: Metallocene Polyethylene (mPE)

Processing Methods: Rotational Molding

Melt Flow Index: 4.0 - 4.0 g/10 min

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Identification & Functionality

Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Characteristics
  • Second generation metallocene
  • Outstanding optical properties (gloss)
  • Improved dimensional stability
  • Easy processing

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Applications

Rotational-molded items

Processing
  • Recommended PIAT range of 200 – 230 ºC. (Maximum recommended PIAT 248 °C.)
  • Molding at higher PIAT is recommended for enhanced physical properties and part to part consistency.

Properties

Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Modulus117kpsiD-638
ARM Low Temperature Impact (0.250")180ft-lbs
Elongation at Break300%D-638
Elongation at Yield8%D-638
ESCR⁽²⁾ (10% Igepal)155HrsD-1693
ESCR⁽²⁾ (10% Igepal)min. 900HrsD-1693
Flexural Modulus (1% Secant)128kpsiD-790
UV Ratingmin. 16
Tensile Strength at Break1700psiD-638
Tensile Strength at Yield3000psiD-638
Resin Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density0.94g/cm³D-792
Melting Point126°CD-3417
Vicat Softening Point119°CD-1525
Melt Flow Index (190 °C/2.16 kg)4g/10 minD-1238