EQUATE Petrochemical Company EFDA-7047

Equate Petrochemical Company EFDA-7047is a linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) resin for tubular blown film extrusion. Films made from this resinhave good toughness, high tensile strength and puncture resistance. EFDA-7047 does not contain any slip or antiblocking agent.

Polymer Name: Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Film Extrusion

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

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Applications
  • Industrialliners.
  • Blown film stretch wrap.
  • Heavy-duty films.
  • General-purpose blown films for a variety of applications.
Food Contact Usage

FOOD CONTACT USAGEEFDA-7047 meets US FDA and EC regulations for food contact use. Specific certificates are available upon request.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melt Index, I2.161g/10 minASTM D 1238
Density0.918g/cm3ASTM D792
Melting Point124°CEQUATE
Bulk Density538Kg/m3ASTMD 1895
Gauge25Microns
Tensile Strength at Break - MD34MPaASTM D 882
Tensile Strength at Break - TD26MPaASTM D 882
1% Secant Modulus - MD193MPaASTM D 882
1% Secant Modulus - TD221MPaASTM D 882
Elmendorf Tear - MD35N/mmASTM D 1922
Elmendorf Tear - TD135N/mmASTM D 1922
Dart Impact, F50105gASTM D 1709 A
Puncture Energy70J/mmEQUATE
Haze11%ASTM D 1003
Gloss at 45°65-ASTM D 2457

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Quality Standards

Technical Details & Test Data

Typical extrusion conditions

The typical melt temperatures for EFDA-7047are in the range of 180 to 210oC using die gaps of 1.8mm or greater. Temperatures may differ depending on the extrusion equipment, blend ratio of EFDA-7047to LDPE and the type of film produced.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Availability

EFDA-7047 is supplied in 25-Kg bags in secured pallets of 55 bags (1.375 MT net). It is also supplied insea bulk containers of up to 20MT capacity.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling

EFDA-7047is supplied in pellet form and is readily conveyed on conventional polyethylene bulk handing equipment. The bulk handling system should be designed to prevent accumulation of fines and dust particles that can pose an explosion hazard. Ensure all equipment is properly grounded. The product should be stored in a cool dry shaded area away from dust, sunlight and heat. For more details on storage and handling see our Polyethylene