DAP D72/6120F is a versatile diiallyl ortho-phthalate molding compound, filled with short glass fibers and featuring flame retardant properties. Supplied in a free-flowing granular form, this compound is well-suited for a variety of molding applications. It can be easily molded using compression, transfer, or injection equipment and can be preformed with ease. An important distinction is that it has passed NASA outgassing tests, indicating its suitability for applications with stringent outgassing requirements, particularly in industries like aerospace where such standards are critical.

Polymer Name: Diallyl Phthalate

Processing Methods: Compression Molding, Injection Molding, Transfer Molding

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

Density: 1820.0 - 1820.0 kg/m³

Tensile Strength: 0.0414 - 69.0 MPa

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Key Features

D72 has a high dielectric strength, low dissipation factor along with excellent flexural and tensile strength.

Applications & Uses

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Product Applications

Switches, terminals, insulators, cups, cases and other applications requiring flame resistance and strength. Also useful for encapsulation of electrical and electronic components. Suitable for thin-walled parts.

Properties

Flame Rating
Physical Form
Flame Rating
UL 94 V0
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flexural Strength13 - 15,000psi
Compressive Strength24 - 26,000psi
Tensile Strength6 - 10,000psi
Impact Strength (Izod Notched)0.50 - 1.2ft-lb / inch
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dimensional Stabilitymax. 0.01%
Thermal Expansion (at -40 °C to 100 °C)1.610⁻⁵ / °C
Heat Distortion Temperature (at 18.6 kg/cm²)260°C
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Arc Resistance145seconds
Dielectric Strength (Kv Step-by-Step, Dry)380volts/mil
Dielectric Strength (Kv Step-by-Step, Wet)340volts/mil
Dielectric Breakdown (Step-by-Step, Dry)62Kv
Dielectric Breakdown (Step-by-Step, Wet)60Kv
Dielectric Constant (at 1 KHz, Dry)4.2
Dielectric Constant (at 1 KHz, Wet)4.3
Dissipation Factor (at 1KHz, Dry)0.007
Dissipation Factor (at 1KHz, Wet)0.011
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)4
Dielectric Constant (at 1 MHz, Wet)4.2
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)0.25%
Processing Information (Molding)
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.82
Bulk Factor2.5
Molding Pressure500 - 8,000psi
Molding Temperature135 - 190°C
Mold Shrinkage0.001 - 0.004In / In

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