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Identification & Functionality
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Applications & Uses
- Applications
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- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- General Processing Recommendations
Green Dot’s Terratek® BD3018 needs to be dried before processing if the moisture is above 0.1%. Resin will dry quickly at 150°F in a desiccant dryer, in approximately 2 to 4 hours. Avoid prolonged resin exposure to air during processing 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 310°F to 360°F Middle 320°F to 360°F Front 320°F to 360°F Nozzle 320°F to 360°F Mold 40°F to 95°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 | 1.312 | g/cm³ | ASTM D792 |
Shrinkage | 0.008 | in/in | — |
Melt Index (190°C, 2.06kg) | 9 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
Tensile Strength | 4674 | psi | ASTM D638 |
Tensile Modulus | 307990 | psi | ASTM D638 |
Elongation | 2.59 | % | — |
Notched Izod | 0.49 | ft lb/in | ASTM D256 |
Flex Strength | 8666 | psi | ASTM D790 |
Flex Modulus | 272327 | psi | ASTM D790 |
Hardness | D78 | Shore D | — |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
Terratek® BD3018 resin is typically packaged in a sealed plastic-lined Gaylord at 1200 lbs/Gaylord or 250 lbs fiber drums.
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.