OPTIM® P-425 IC

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OPTIM® P-425 IC is a maleic anhydride modified homopolymer polypropylene. The grafting operation of the polypropylene backbone is achieved using a new technology that allows high grafting efficiency and low polymer scission.

Functions: Coupling Agent

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polypropylenes (PP)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Thermoforming

Carrier: Polypropylenes (PP), Resin-based

Features: Non-Hygroscopic

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Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Applications
  • Chemical coupling agent for highly filled PP compounds.
  • Coupling agent for continuous glass fiber filled PP compounds.
Processing Conditions
  • A slight pungent odor is normal during processing of OPTIM® P-425 IC.
  • During processing, the compounding parameters that can lead to optimized performance include extruder type, screw design, barrel temperature, screw speed, throughput, residence time and material feeding sequence.
  • Maximum processing temperature should not exceed 280°C.

Properties

Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength29MPaASTM D638/2010
Percentage Elongation6%ASTM D638/2010
Tensile Modulus830MPaASTM D638/2010
Flexural Modulus1850MPaASTM D790/2010
Flexural Strength50MPaASTM D790/2010
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
MFI (at 190°C/2.16 Kg)150g/10minASTM D1238
Density0.908g/cm³ASTM D792
Bulk Density0.51g/mlPLUSS® method
Bonded Maleic AnhydrideHighPLUSS® method
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Temperature161°CDSC
Vicat Softening Temperature150°CASTM 1525/2010
Hardness
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Durometer Hardness78Shore DASTM D2240/2004

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
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® P-425 IC is mildly hygroscopic and should be stored in a dry and cool area.
  • It is recommended that prior to processing, the requisite quantity of material to be used should be dried in a hopper dryer or air circulating oven, at 80-95°C, for about 2 hours for obtaining best results.