Terratek - SC SC200012 - Green Dot Bioplastics

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Polymer Name: TPS/PE Alloy
Plastics & Elastomers Functions: Resin
Technologies: Plastics
Product Families: Plastics — Engineering & Specialty Polymers
Biodegradable Polymers,
Blends & Alloys

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Bio-based,
Biodegradable,
Environmentally Friendly,
From Renewable Resources,
Sustainable
Materials Features: Biodegradable,
High Stiffness,
Low Mold Shrinkage,
Renewable Resource Content

Applications & Uses

Markets: Consumer Goods
Applications: Consumer Goods — Housewares
Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses: Credit/Smart Cards,
Film,
Housewares,
Profiles,
Sporting Goods,
Toys
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods: Extrusion,
Injection Molding,
Profile Extrusion
General Processing Recommendations: Green Dot’s Terratek® SC200012 resin needs to be dried before processing if the moisture is above 0.5%. Resin will dry quickly at 150°F in a desiccant dryer. Avoid prolonged resin exposure to air during molding or storage as the material can pick up moisture.

For best molding results, larger gates and runners are recommended. The injection pressure required to fill the mold is much higher than typical injection molding grade plastics. 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

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Gaylord Boxes
Packaging: Terratek® SC200012 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.