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SPB608 is a low-density polyethylene (LDPE) specially designed for injection molding applications. With excellent processability and low viscosity during processing, it is ideal for products that require flexibility. Injection molded products made with this resin exhibit good flexibility. This grade is additives-free and boasts a minimum carbon biobased content of 95%, as determined by ASTM D6866.

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Polymer Name: Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Injection Molding

Melt Flow Index: 30.0 - 30.0 g/10 min

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Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
C14 Contentmin. 95%ASTM D 6866
Control Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melt Flow Rate (at 190°C, 2.16kg)30.0g/10 minASTM D1238
Density0.915g/cm³ASTM D1505
Typical Properties - Plaque Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength (at Yield) ᵃ8.0MPaASTM D638
Tensile Strength (at Break) ᵃ9.0MPaASTM D638
Elongation (at Break) ᵃ390.0%ASTM D638
Flexural Modulus (1% Secant) ᵇ150.0MPaASTM D 790
Hardness ᶜ42.0ASTM D 2240
Vicat Softening Temperature (at 10 N) ᵇ79.0°CASTM D1525
Note

Typical Properties - Plaque Properties:

  • Test specimens from compression molded plaque according to ASTM D4703. Plaque Thickness: a) 2mm. b) 3mm c) 6mm. NB = No break

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