EQUATE Petrochemical Company EFDA-7050

Equate Petrochemical Company EFDA-7050 is a linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) resin for tubular blown film extrusion. Films extruded from EFDC-7050 have good toughness and high tensile strength and puncture resistance. The product offers excellent draw down capability for making thinner gage films. EFDC-7050 contains high levels of slip and antiblocking agent. It offers excellent sealing and machining characteristics for high-speed film converting operations.

Polymer Name: Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Film Extrusion

Additives Included: Anti-Blocking Agent, Slip Agent

Technical Data Sheet

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Applications

EFDC-7050 is recommended for the manufacture of thin gage liner films, garment bags and films for other industrial, food packaging and other general-purpose applications requiring toughness and puncture resistance

Food Contact Usage

EFDC-7050 meets US FDA and EC regulations for food contact use. Specific certificates are available upon request.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density0.918g/cm3ASTM D792
Melting Point124°CEQUATE
Gauge25Microns
Melt Index, I2.162g/10 minASTM D 1238
Bulk Density530Kg/m3ASTMD 1895
Tensile Strength at Break - MD31MPaASTM D 882
Tensile Strength at Break - TD23MPaASTM D 882
1% Secant Modulus - MD195MPaASTM D 882
1% Secant Modulus - TD220MPaASTM D 882
Elmendorf Tear - MD31N/mmASTM D 1922
Elmendorf Tear - TD124N/mmASTM D 1922
Dart Impact, F5090gASTM D 1709 A
Puncture Energy60J/mmEQUATE
Haze13%ASTM D 1003
Gloss at 45°55-ASTM D 2457

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Quality Standards

Technical Details & Test Data

Typical Extrusion Conditions
Property Condition
Barrel Zone 1, ºC 170
Barrel Zone 2, ºC 180
Barrel Zone 3, ºC 185
Barrel Zone 4, ºC 180
Adapter, ºC 180
Head and Die, ºC 180
Melt Temperature,   180
Die Gap,mm   >1.8

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Availability

EFDC-7050is 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.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling

EFDC-7050 is 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 Storage and Handling Guide. Also carefully review the Material Safety Data Sheet supplied with this product for health, safety and waste considerations.