Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Fillers Included
- Polymer Name
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- General Processing Recommendations
Terratek® BD1216 resin needs to be dried before processing if the moisture is above 0.1%. Resin will dry quickly at 130°F in a desiccant dryer, in approximately 2 to 4 hours. Pellets may become tacky if dried at temperatures above 140°F. Avoid prolonged resin exposure to air during molding or storage as the material can pick up moisture.
Typical injection molding temperatures are listed below, these are only a guide and may need to be changed based on the particular application :
Rear 350°F to 360°F Middle 350°F to 360°F Front 360°F to 375°F Nozzle 360°F to 375°F Mold 60°F to 170°F The melt temperature of the resin should remain below 400°F to prevent the material from discoloring and having a burnt odor.
Properties
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.624 | — | ASTM D792 |
| Shrinkage | 0.009 | in/in | — |
| Melt Index (190°C, 2.06kg) | 91.7 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Tensile Strength | 4846 | psi | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Modulus | 414338 | psi | ASTM D638 |
| Flex Strength | 9059 | psi | ASTM D790 |
| Flex Modulus | 369272 | psi | ASTM D790 |
| Elongation | 1.94 | % | — |
| Notched Izod | 0.32 | ft lb/in | ASTM D256 |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
Terratek® BD1216 resin is typically packaged in a sealed plastic-lined Gaylord at 1200 lbs/Gaylord.
Storage & Handling
- Storing
- The product should be stored in a cool, dry, and sanitary area to achieve maximum stability.
- Keep material in a sealed package or container to prevent excess moisture absorption.