Terratek® BD5175

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Terratek® BD5175 resins are a proprietary blend of natural and synthetic biodegradable polymers. The resins are made with ingredients which pass industry standards for composting. By altering the ratio of the natural to synthetic biodegradable polymers, a wide range of properties can be generated.

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Starch (TPS)

Processing Methods: Injection Molding

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Biodegradable, Sustainable

Tensile Strength: 38.514411 - 38.514411 MPa, 38.57031 - 38.57031 MPa

Density: 1230.0 - 1230.0 kg/m³

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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
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Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
General Processing Recommendations

Green Dot’s Terratek® BD5175 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 360°F
Nozzle 340°F to 360°F
Mold 60°F to 120°F

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.23ASTM D792
Shrinkage (48 hrs)0.0042in/inASTM D955
Shrinkage (48 hrs)0.00948in/inASTM D955
Melt Index (190°C, 2.06kg)38.6g/10 minASTM D1238
Tensile Strength5589.9psiASTM D638
Tensile Modulus194363.4psiASTM D638
Elongation158.5%
Notched Izod25.54ft lb/inASTM D256
Flex Strength7156.3psiASTM D790
Flex Modulus186325.4psiASTM D790

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

Terratek® BD5175 resin is typically packaged in a sealed plastic-lined Gaylord at 1200 lbs/Gaylord or 250 lbs fiber drum.

Storage & Handling

Storing

The product should be stored in a cool, dry, and sanitary area to achieve maximum stability.