Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Polymer Name
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
- Applications
Pipe extrusion: distribution of drinking and irrigation water, sewage
- Recommended Processing Conditions
Pipe extrusion applications;
Typical zone temperatures: 170 - 210°C
Typical die head temperature: 200°C
Processing conditions should be optimized for different equipment design.
Properties
- Mechanical Properties
- Typical Properties
- Thermal Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Tensile Strength at Yield | 24 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Strength at Break | 31 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Elongation at Break | 875 | % | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural Modulus, 23°C | 950 | MPa | TS EN ISO 178 |
| Izod Impact Strength at 23°C (notched) | 380 | J/m | ASTM D256 |
| Hardness | 63 | Shore D | ASTM D2240 |
| Environmental Stress Crack Resistance (10% Igepal, F50) | min. 3000 | h | ASTM D1693 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Melt Flow Rate (190°C/2.16 kg) | 0.05 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Melt Flow Rate (190°C/5 kg) | 0.25 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Density, 23°C | 0.95 | g/cm³ | ASTM D1505 |
| Melting Point (DSC, 2nd heating) | 131 | °C | ASTM D3418 |
| Oxygen Induction Time | min. 20 | min | TS EN 728 |
| Volatiles | max. 350 | mg/kg | TS EN 12099 |
| Moisture Content | max. 300 | mg/kg | TS EN 12118 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Vicat Softening Point, 10 N | 122 | °C | ASTM D1525 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Recycling
The product is not hazardous or toxic and it is suitable for recycling using available recycling methods
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
The material is packaged in PE bags or in PP Big Bags. The product should be stored in a dry area with an ambient temperature below 50°C. It should be kept away from sunlight, sparks, heat and flame.
Storage & Handling
- Storage
Inappropriate storage conditions can lead to bad smell, color changes and the deterioration in physical properties. It is advised to process PE resins within 6 months after delivery