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XAREC™ SW130 is a Syndiotactic Polystyrene (SPS) product. It is available in Africa & Middle East, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, or North America.

Polymer Name: Syndiotactic Polystyrene (sPS)

Processing Methods: Injection Molding

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Properties

Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Mold Shrinkage - Cross Flow0.5 - 1.5%Idemitsu Method
Mold Shrinkage - Flow0.4-1.3%Idemitsu Method
Water Absorption (24h, 50% RH)0.02%ISO 62
Density1.21g/cm3ISO 1183
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Linear Thermal Expansion Coefficient - Cross Flow (-30°C)76x10-6mm/mm/°CTMA
Linear Thermal Expansion Coefficient - Flow (-30°C)55x10-6mm/mm/°CTMA
Deflection Temperature Under Load (1.8 MPa)98ISO 75 A
Deflection Temperature Under Load (0.45 MPa)163ISO 75 B
Processing Parameters
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Pre-drying Timings3.0 - 5h
Pre-drying Temperature120°C
Melt Temperature280 - 310°C

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America