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Cosmic Alkyd 3D36

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Cosmic Alkyd 3D36 is a specialized alkyd molding compound that incorporates long glass fibers for enhanced impact resistance and flame retardant properties. Supplied in flake form, it is designed for ease of use and versatility in molding applications. This compound molds readily using standard compression or transfer equipment, and it maintains its performance for up to one year when stored at temperatures of 100°C or below. Its unique blend of properties makes it suitable for applications that require both impact resistance and flame retardancy.

Polymer Name: Alkyd Resin

Processing Methods: Compression Molding, Transfer Molding

End Uses: Electrical Connectors, Electrical Insulation

Features: Dimensional Stability, Easy To Mold, Electrically Insulating, Excellent Surface Properties, Fast Curing, Flame Retardant, High Strength, Impact Resistance, Low Odor

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Features & Benefits

Key Features

3D36 cures rapidly to give high strength to parts with excellent surface, good electrical insulation and dimensional stability.

Applications & Uses

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Product Applications

Used in electrical hardware applications such as underwater connectors and other insulation applications.

Properties

Flame Rating
Physical Form
Flame Rating
UL 94 V1
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flexural Strength12 - 14,000psi-
Compressive Strength18 - 22,000psi-
Tensile Strength3,500 - 7,000psi-
Impact Strength (Izod Notched)3.0 - 6.0ft-lb / inch-
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dimensional Stabilitymax. 0.04%-
Heat Distortion Temperature (at 18.6 kg/cm²)205°C-
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Arc Resistance140seconds-
Dielectric Strength (Kv Step-by-Step, Dry)400volts/mil-
Dielectric Strength (Kv Step-by-Step, Wet)350volts/mil-
Dielectric Breakdown (Step-by-Step, Dry)55Kv-
Dielectric Breakdown (Step-by-Step, Wet)40Kv-
Dielectric Constant (at 1 KHz, Dry)5.5--
Dielectric Constant (at 1 MHz, Dry)5.6--
Dielectric Constant (at 1 KHz, Wet)6--
Dissipation Factor (at 1KHz, Dry)0.04--
Dissipation Factor (at 1KHz, Wet)0.05--
Dielectric Constant (at 1MHz, Wet)5.5--
Dissipation Factor (at 1MHz, Dry)0.025--
Dissipation Factor (at 1MHz, Wet)0.03--
Moisture Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Water Absorption (at 50 °C,48 hours)0.25%-
Processing Information (Molding)
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.95--
Bulk Factor6.0 - 12.0--
Molding Pressure500 - 8,000psi-
Molding Temperature130 - 170°C-
Mold Shrinkage0.001 - 0.004In / In-

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