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SLH118 is a Linear Low Density Polyethylene developed specifically for blown film extrusion. Films made with this product exhibit a balanced combination of good processing performance, optical and mechanical properties, and sealability. The resin contains very low gel amount and includes oxidant additives. The minimum biobased carbon content of this grade is 84%, determined according to ASTM D6866.

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Polymer Name: Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)

Processing Methods: Blown Film Extrusion, Cast Film Extrusion, Extrusion, Film Extrusion

Additives Included: Antioxidant

Melt Flow Index: 1.0 - 1.0 g/10 min

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Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
C14 Contentmin. 84%ASTM D 6866
Blown Film Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength (at Break, MD)40.0MPaASTM D882
Tensile Strength (at Break, TD)40.0MPaASTM D882
Elongation (at Break, MD)1080.0%ASTM D882
Elongation (at Break, TD)1360.0%ASTM D882
Flexural Modulus (1% Secant, MD)200.0MPaASTM D882
Flexural Modulus (1% Secant, TD)210.0MPaASTM D882
Dart Drop Impact Strength150.0g/F50ASTM D1709
Elmendorf Tear Strength (MD)300.0gFASTM D1922
Elmendorf Tear Strength (TD)510.0gFASTM D1922
Control Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melt Flow Rate (at 190°C, 2.16kg)1.0g/10 minASTM D1238
Density0.916g/cm³ASTM D1505
Note

Blown Film Properties:

  • Film with 40 microns produce in a 40mm extruder and a blow‐up ratio of 2.2:1. (MD = extrusion direction and TD = transversal direction).

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