Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Polymer Name
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Materials Features
- Key Characteristics
Flame Spread, Total Heat Release, Fire Growth Rate, Low Smoke, Flaming Droplets, Low Acidity (European Standard EN 50575), Capable of VW-1 performance applied at 30 mils on 14 AWG copper conductor, Wide Processing Window, Low Die Drool
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
- Applications
Recommended for Fiber Optic Cable Jackets 2-24 Fiber Carriers, Fiber optic cable LSZH jacket capable to meet European CPR B2ca classification (Cable is Design Dependant | Actual Results May Vary)
Properties
- Physical Form
- Physical Properties
- Mechanical Properties
- Flammability
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Conductivity of Gases | 0.243 | μs/mm | IEC 60754-2 |
| Dielectric Constant (at 1 GHz) | 3.94 (0.0055) | — | ASTM D150 ASTM D2520 |
| pH Value (Combustion Gases) | 5.78 | — | IEC 60754-2 |
| Dielectric Constant (at 1 MHz) | 3.88 (0.0207) | — | ASTM D150 ASTM D2520 |
| Dielectric Constant (at 100 kHz) | 3.98 (0.0117) | — | ASTM D150 ASTM D2520 |
| Dielectric Constant (at 350 MHz) | 3.94 (0.0069) | — | ASTM D150 ASTM D2520 |
| Dielectric Constant (at 500 MHz) | 3.94 (0.0065) | — | ASTM D150 ASTM D2520 |
| Dielectric Constant (at 600 MHz) | 3.94 (0.0060) | — | ASTM D150 ASTM D2520 |
| Low Temperature Brittleness: 3 min in Methanol | -39 | °C | ASTM D746 ASTM D638 |
| Melt Flow Rate (at 190°C / 21.6 kg) | 18 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Specific Gravity (at 23°C) | 1.64 | g/cm³ | ASTM D792 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Elongation at Break | 200 | — | — |
| Flexural Modulus (at 1% Secant) | 131 | Mpa | ASTM D790 |
| Hardness: Durometer (1-Second) | 96 | Shore A | ASTM D2240 |
| Limiting Oxygen Index | 38 | % Oxygen | ASTM D2863 |
| Tensile Strength (After Oil: 4 Hours at 70°C) | min. 75 | % Retention | ASTM D638 UL 2556 |
| Tensile Strength (After Thermal Aging: 7 Days at 113°C) | min. 85 | % Retention | ASTM D638 UL 2556 |
| Tensile Strength (After Thermal Aging: 7 Days at 121°C) | min. 85 | % Retention | ASTM D638 UL 2556 |
| Tensile Strength (After Weatherometer: 720 Hours) | min. 80 | % Retention | ASTM D638 UL 2556 |
| Tensile Strength at Break | 1500 | psi | ASTM D638 |
| Elongation (After Oil: 4 Hours at 70°C) | min. 90 | — | — |
| Elongation (After Weatherometer: 720 Hours) | min. 80 | — | — |
| Elongation at Break (After Thermal Aging: 7 Days at 113°C) | min. 70 | — | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Flame Test (30 mil Jacket over 4 pair PE Core) | Pass | — | UL 1666 |
| Flaming Avg. Ds (After 4 min) | 5 | — | ASTM E662 |
| Flame Test (30 mil on 14 AWG Solid Copper) | Pass | — | VW1 |
| Non-Flaming Avg. Ds (After 4 min) | 3 | — | ASTM E662 |
| Flaming Avg. Dm (Corrected) | 188 | — | ASTM E662 |
| Non-Flaming Dm (Corrected) | 221 | — | ASTM E662 |
Technical Details & Test Data
- Processing
As a guide the following temperature profile is recommended:
Barrel Zones Head Die Celsius 135°-171°C 177°C 179°C Fahrenheit 275°-340°F 350°F 355°F Screw – Compression ratio of 1.2:1 (maximum 1.8:1), metering screw designed for non-halogen thermoplastics.
Tooling Design - Tubing – double-angle die having DDR of approximately 1.5 and DRB close to 1.0.
It is recommended that THERMODAN® HF TP343NT be pre-dried in a heated desiccant system prior to processing for approximately 4 hours at 140⁰F (60⁰C). The recommended target dew point is -40⁰C.
These conditions may depend on the equipment being used. It is recommended using conveyors and tools shaped
in order to prevent stagnation in the head. In case of prolonged shutdown, purge the extruder with LDPE.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Information
The physical form is free-flowing pellets, and the compound is available in 2000 lb (907 kg) gaylord boxes or 300 lb (136 kg) fiber drums.
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Handling
Due to the moisture sensitivity of the material it is packaged in a heat-sealed moisture-impervious liner. SĀCO AEI suggests that the following points should be considered when storing the materials: -
- ambient temperature generally not exceeding 85°F (30°C)
- avoid direct exposure to sunlight and weathering
- once the heat-sealed moisture-resistant package has been opened it is suggested that the entire contents be used