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Identification & Functionality
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Features & Benefits
Applications & Uses
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- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Cure Method
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- Application
Processing
EGYLINK GF2100 pre-grafted base must be added with Catalyst CT0461 to promote curing. Catalyst dosage is 5% by weight and blending must be done just before using (2-3 hours). Catalyst doesn't need any pre-drying if stored in dry conditions in the original closed bags; in case, pre-drying can be made at 50-60 ˚C for 4-8 hours.
Extrusion equipment
EGYLINK GF2100/CT0461 is suitable for most equipment for PVC/PE extrusion L/D Ratio >20 & Compression ratio 2 – 3: 1 and Chromium plated extrusion molds As a guide the following temperature profile is recommended (this profile will vary slightly depend on extruder type, head design and output)
Barrel
Flange
Head
Die
Screw
150-190 ˚C 200 ˚C 210 ˚C 220 ˚C 70-80 ˚C Crosslinking
This product can be crosslinked in ambient temperature, by immersion in hot water or exposure to low pressure steam at 90 - 95 ˚C, the crosslinking time period may be varied due to humidity, temperature, thickness of insulation and reel size.
Color Masterbatch
EGYPLAST designed special type of masterbatch for XLPE application that not alter physical, mechanical and electrical properties, contact EGYPLAST representative for more information.
Properties
- Electrical Properties
- Thermo-Mechanical Properties
- Physical and Mechanical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Volume Resistivity (20°C) | 10¹⁶ | Ω.cm | ASTM D 257 |
| Dielectric Strength (20°C) | 21.0 | Kv/mm | ASTM D 150 |
| Dielectric Constant | 2.26 | - | ASTM D 149 |
| Dissipation Factor | 2.88X10⁻¹⁴ | - | ASTM D 149 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Cold bend (-70°C) | Pass | - | IEC EN 60811 |
| Curing (Forced cure in water, 90°C, 15 minute ,200°C) | 0.2 | MPa | Hot Set test |
| Elongation Under Load | 125.0 | % | IEC EN 60811 |
| Permanent Elongation After Cooling | 5.0 | % | IEC EN 60811 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Density | 0.93 | g/cm³ | ASTM D 792 |
| Melt Flow Index (2.16 kg, 190°C) | max. 1.0 | g/10 | ASTM D 1238 |
| Tensile Strength | 16.0 | N/mm² | BS EN 60811 |
| Elongation (Break) | 300.0 | % | BS EN 60811 |
| Tensile strength (After 7 days, 135°C) | max. 20 | % Variation | BS EN 60811 |
| Elongation (Break, After 7 days, 135°C) | max. 20 | % Variation | BS EN 60811 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Specifications
EGYLINK GF2100/CT0461 in combination meets the applicable requirements, IEC60502-1, BS 7655 section 1.3 (GP8), HD 603 S1. The standards referred to is a selection and not complete coverage of all applicable standards.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packing
- Moisture resistant sacks containing 25 kg.
- Boxes with a moisture resistant heat sealed liner containing approximately 600 kg.
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Shelf Life
EGYLINK GF2100 has a shelf life time 6 months from manufacturing date, the storage in cool dry conditions will maximize the shelf life, other precautions are:
- Packing should remain sealed.
- Avoid temperature more than 25°C.
- Avoid storage outside and in direct sun light.
- Use within 4 hours of opening packing.