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® BD5100 resin 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 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 330°F to 350°F Middle 340°F to 360°F Front 340°F to 375°F Nozzle 340°F to 375°F Mold 60°F to 120°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 | 1.575 | — | ASTM D792 |
Shrinkage | 0.009 | in/in | — |
Melt Index (190°C, 2.06kg) | 35 | g/10 min | — |
Tensile Strength | 5098 | psi | ASTM D638 |
Tensile Modulus | 236000 | psi | ASTM D638 |
Flex Strength | 9173 | psi | ASTM D790 |
Flex Modulus | 231133 | psi | ASTM D790 |
Notched Izod | 1.07 | ft lb/in | ASTM D256 |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
Terratek® BD5100 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.