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VCF Films C-253

VCF Films C-253 is a solvent cast flexible PVC film with excellent clarity and high tear strength. C-253 is designed for applications in which toughness, good low temperature properties, dimensional stability, chemical resistance, and resistance to moisture vapor and common gasses are required. C-253 can be used in Window Film Applications.

Polymer Name: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Physical Form: Film

Features: Chemical Resistant, Dimensional Stability, Excellent Moisture Resistance, Excellent Toughness, Good Gasoline Resistance, Good Machinability, Good Tear Strength, Good UV Resistance, High Clarity, High Flexibility, Low Temperature Resistant

Density: 1280.0 - 1280.0 kg/m³

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Technologies

Features & Benefits

Benefits
  • Superior clarity
  • Low haze
  • Excellent toughness
  • High Tear Strength
  • Good Low Temperature Properties
  • Good Chemical Resistance

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.28-D792-50 Method A
Yield21600Sq. in./lbs/milCalculated
Tensile Strength MD (1 mil)5900Psi-
Elongation Yield MD (1 mil)450%-
Tear Resistance (25°C)28g/mil -
Stiffness (25°C)15000Psi D1043.51
Stiffness (0°C)100000Psi -
Stiffness (-25°C)180000Psi -
Low Temperature Impact (50% Non Failure)-40°CSPI Impact Test
Heat Sealing -1.00205°C-
Heat Sealing -1.65210°C-
Shrinkage MD (200°F/10 mins, 1 mil)6%D1204-94
Shrinkage TD (200 °F/10 mins, 1 mil) 5%D1204-94
Haze (1 mil)0.4%-
Gas Permeability (Oxygen) (25°C dry: cc/100sq.in/24 hr./mil)140--
Gas Permeability (Nitrogen) (25°C dry: cc/100sq.in/24 hr./mil)40--
Gas Permeability (Carbon Dioxide) (25°C dry: cc/100sq.in/24 hr./mil)960--
Gas Permeability (Air) (25°C dry : cc/100sq.in/24 hr./mil)60--
Water Vapor Transmission (95% RH; 100F, g/100 sq.in/24 hr./mil)0.8--
Water Absorption0.02%D570-42
Water Extraction0.43%D1239-52T
Volatility (70°C /24 hrs)5% D1203-52T

Regulatory & Compliance

FDA Compliance

C-253 PVC film should not be used in food packaging applications or in use in contact with food.