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HYTAC® FLXT

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HYTAC® FLXT is a tough copolymer syntactic plug assist material optimized to provide an ideal balance between surface drag for material distribution, a smooth surface for excellent finish and PTFE-impregnation to eliminate part sticking. This combination has been found to be most beneficial when thermoforming multi-layer films, including those with PE inner surfaces or multi-layered EVOH materials. As with all HYTAC® syntactic plug assists, thermoforms realize instant start up, shorter cycle times and lower plug operating temperatures. HYTAC® FLXT is easily machined with little or no dust and minimal wear on tools. The plug is easily polished for and long lasting.

Chemical Family: Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

Processing Methods: Thermoforming

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Additives Included

Lubricant (PTFE)

Chemical Family

Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

Composite Materials Functions

Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials

Technologies

Composite Materials

Product Families

Composite Materials — Polymers & Resins

Thermoset Resins

Features & Benefits

Materials Features

Durable,

Excellent Toughness,

Good Surface Finish

Benefits
  • Ultra-smooth surface characteristics
  • Low sheet sticking
  • Excellent toughness and durability
  • Easy to machine and to polish

Applications & Uses

Markets

Industrial,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Tooling & Moldmaking

Printing & Packaging — Packaging

Non-Food Consumer Packaging

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH),

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET),

Polylactic Acid (PLA),

Polypropylenes (PP),

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Thermoforming

Thermoforming Applications
  • PET
  • PP
  • PVC
  • PLA
  • EVOH
  • Multilayer
Machining and Polishing Guides

HYTAC materials are generally easy to machine and polish. Following the CMT guidelines will improve surface quality and consistency in plug performance.

Properties

Color

Green

Physical Form

Blocks,

Foam,

Rods

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density849kg/m3-
Thermal Conductivity0.17W/m°K-
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE)36 x 10ˉ⁶m/m/°C-
Compressive Strength93MPa-
Service Temperature176°C-

Technical Details & Test Data

HYTAC® Relative Performance
  W XTL WF WFT FLX FLXT C1R B1X
Ease Of Machining 2 5 2 3 4 4 4 5
Elimination of Machining Dust 1 5 1 1 3 3 3 5
Ease of Polishing 2 4 2 4 5 5 4 2
Resistance to Abuse 1 5 2 2 3 3 4 5
Fine Detail Durability 1 5 2 2 3 3 4 5
Even Sheet Distribution 3 5 3 3 5 4 5 5

1 = Lowest relative performance
5 = Best relative performance