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DAP 306 is a general-purpose diallyl ortho-phthalate molding compound filled with Orlon and supplied in flake form. It is suitable for a variety of applications, including switches, terminals, insulators, cups, cases, and other components that require strength as well as chemical and moisture resistance. It can also be used for the encapsulation of electrical and electronic components.

Polymer Name: Diallyl Phthalate

End Uses: Cases, Cups, Encapsulant, Insulators, Switches, Terminal Blocks

Density: 1520.0 - 1520.0 kg/m³

Tensile Strength: 24.804000000000002 - 34.45 MPa

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Key Features

It has excellent electrical properties and is unaffected by prolonged exposure to elevated temperature and 100% humidity. It is also resistant to solvents, acids, and alkalies.

Applications & Uses

Product Applications

Switches, terminals, insulators, cups, cases or other applications requiring strength and chemical or moisture resistance. Also useful for encapsulation of electrical and electronic components.

Properties

Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flexural Strength8 - 12,000psi
Compressive Strength18 - 30,000psi
Tensile Strength3,600 - 5,000psi
Impact Strength (Izod Notched)0.60 - 3.0ft-lb / inch
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dimensional Stabilitymax. 0.07%
Thermal Expansion (at -40 °C to 100 °C)4.210⁻⁵ / °C
Heat Distortion Temperature (at 18.6 kg/cm²)260°C
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Arc Resistance125seconds
Dielectric Strength (Kv Step-by-Step, Dry)360volts/mil
Dielectric Strength (Kv Step-by-Step, Wet)340volts/mil
Dielectric Breakdown (Step-by-Step, Dry)62Kv
Dielectric Breakdown (Step-by-Step, Wet)50Kv
Dielectric Constant (at 1 KHz, Dry)3.2
Dielectric Constant (at 1 KHz, Wet)3.4
Dissipation Factor (at 1KHz, Dry)0.02
Dissipation Factor (at 1KHz, Wet)0.022
Surface Resistance Megaohms (As is)min. 10¹⁰
Surface Resistance, megaohms (at 70 °C, 30 Days, at 100% RH)10⁴
Dielectric Constant (at 1 MHz, Dry)3.1
Dielectric Constant (at 1 MHz, Wet)3.3
Dissipation Factor (at 1MHz, Dry)0.013
Dissipation Factor (at 1MHz, Wet)0.015
Moisture Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Water Absorption (at 50 °C,48 hours)0.35%
Processing Information (Molding)
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.52
Bulk Factor6
Molding Pressure500 - 8,000psi
Molding Temperature135 - 190°C
Mold Shrinkage0.007 - 0.009In / In

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