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Struktol Company of America, LLC V-PEDS

Struktol Company of America, V-PEDS - Internal/external lubricant for extruded profiles and molded goods.

Functions: Processing Aid

Chemical Family: Fatty Acid Esters

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Processing Methods: Calendering, Extrusion, Injection Molding

Technical Data Sheet
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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Advantage and Applications

Advantage :

STRUKTOL® V-PEDS will reduce melt viscosity and improve flow in both injection molding and extrusion. STRUKTOL® V-PEDS will resist plate out and can be used in applications where surface printability is required.

Applications :

STRUKTOL® V-PEDS has both internal and external lubricant characteristics. It can be used in calendaring, extrusion and injection molding applications. It also has applicability in complex extruded profiles.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Dosage Level

Wire and Cable (High Speed) :

V-PEDS : 1.0 – 1.5 phr

VLB-602 : 0.5 – 0.7 phr

STRUKTOL® V-PEDS is typically used in combination with calcium stearate at 0.5 – 1.0 phr. It is not recommended in clear compounds at levels higher that 0.5 phr.

Properties

CLTE - Transverse (-22 to 86°F)
Off-white pastilles or beads
Appearance
Off-White Pastilles Or Beads
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Point45 –55°C-
Specific Gravity1.006--

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory Status

STRUKTOL® V-PEDS is sanctioned for use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in a number of applications, listed in the following sections of Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations:

  • 176.210
  • 178.2010

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Storage and Packaging

Storage Stability :

At least 2 years under normal storage condition

Packaging :

55 lb. bag