OPTIM® GE-340

Identification & Functionality

Carrier

Polyethylenes (PE),

Resin-based

Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Compatibilizer,

Coupling Agent,

Impact Modifier

Technologies

Plastics

Product Families

Plastics — Masterbatches

Additive Masterbatches

Plastics — Polymer Additives

Performance Additives,

Surface Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Materials Features

Good Impact Strength,

Non-Hygroscopic

Applications & Uses

Markets

Electrical & Electronics

Applications

Electrical & Electronics — Wire & Cable

Jacketing & Insulation

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS),

Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT),

Polycarbonates (PC),

Polyesters,

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET),

Polyolefins

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Cables

Applications

• OPTIM® GE-340 can be used to improve impact strength of Filled & Unfilled PC & PBT compounds.
• Level of improvement obtained is a function of OPTIM GE-340 added.
• It can also be used as chemical coupling agent for mineral and glass filled PBT & PET Compounds.
• It is effective compatibilizer for PC/PBT, PC/PET & PC/ABS alloys.
• It can be used as a compatibilizer for polyesters/polyolefin alloys.
• It can be used for normal temperature applications.

Processing Conditions

• OPTIM® GE-340 can be added to polycarbonates & polyesters to achieve best properties by dispersion of additives within the polymer matrix.
• It is recommended to purge the equipment thoroughly after a run is completed as OPTIM® GE-340 tends to crosslink when kept for long periods at high temperatures.
• Maximum processing temperature should not exceed 290°C.

Properties

Physical Form

Masterbatch,

Solid

Mechanical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength	12	MPa	ASTM D638/2010
Percentage Elongation	min. 470	%	ASTM D638/2010
Flexural Strength	4.7	MPa	ASTM D790/2010

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
MFI (at 190°C/2.16 Kg)	3	g/10min	ASTM D1238
Density	0.905	g/cm³	ASTM D792
Bulk Density	0.53	g/ml	PLUSS® method
Bonded Glycidyl Methacrylate	High	—	PLUSS® method

Hardness

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Durometer Hardness	50	Shore D	ASTM D2240/2004

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags,

Super Sacks

Packaging Information

• OPTIM® specialty polymers are supplied in pre-dried form in 25 Kg (55 lbs) PE lined, HD woven sack-laminated paper bags and 750 Kg (1650 lbs) FIBC’s.
• They should be stored in cool and dry place.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling Procedures

• OPTIM® GE-340 should be stored in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area.
• GE-340 is supplied in pre-dried form and can be used as such, if taken from a sealed bag.
• Otherwise for obtaining best results, It is recommended to be pre-dried in a hopper dryer or oven at 80-95°C for about 2 hours, prior to processing,