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Identification & Functionality
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Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
- Applications
FERROFLAM PBT RPM 5408 is the masterbatch developed especially for PBT, also glass-iber reinforced, intended to be used for electrical switches connectors, domestic appliances and microwave ovens, etc. It is also suitable for a blend component in other polyester like PET.
- Formulation
In glass-fiber-reinforced PBT, a recommended dosage should range from 13 to 15% (by wt) based on the weight of polymer, depending on PBT grade, processing conditions and glass fiber content and the required fiame retardancy class.- Processing
FERROFLAM PBT RPM 5408 is endowed with high thermal stability particularly for all polyester grades and glass-fiber reinforced. It is suitable temperatures rise up to 320°C without degrading or releasing die build-up or carbonaceous residues in hot runners. However, consider the following processing instructions:
1) Polymer pellets/powders which are processed together with FERROFLAM PBT RPM 540B should, if necessary, be pre-dried.
The residual moisture content should be under 0.1%. Many polymer grades fulfill this requirement without pre-drying.
2) The maximum temperature of the polymer melt should not exceed 320°C.
3) Drying of the pellets immediately after compounding is recommended. It is best to use a strand pelletizer with as short a water bath as possible.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Phosphorus (DS1 ) | 40-42 | %(w/w) | — |
| Moisture (DS 1) | max 0.08 | %(by wt) | — |
| Density (TD 2) | approx.1.6 | g/cm3 | — |
| Fire Temperature (TD 2) | min. 320 | °C | — |
Packaging & Availability
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- Packaging
FERROFLAM PBT RPM 540B is delivered in 25kg Mult-layer sealed bags, or per customer's requirements.