Urochem Moulding Compound 161

Chemical Name: Urea Formaldehyde (UF)

Urochem Molding Compound 161 by BI-QEM is a highly refined cellulose reinforced urea formaldehyde resin. It is modified with special purpose additives, pigments, cure regulators and lubricants. It exhibits low shrinkage, low water absorption and high strength. It offers high hardness, glossy surface, excellent scratch resistance and excellent chemical resistance. It provides excellent electrical properties and resistance against surfactants & weak bases. It is designed for processing by compression molding. Urochem Molding Compound 161 is suitable for circuit breakers and electrical accessories. Its shelf life is of 12 months below 20°C. The molded products can be recycled and exhibits good UV stability with good moisture resistance.

Product families

Composite Materials — Prepregs & Molding Compounds

Bulk Molding Compounds (BMC)

Other characteristics

Brand: BI-QEM Urochem
End Uses: Buttons, Housewares, Housings, Lamp Holders, Sockets
Functions: Molding Compound
Polymer Name: Urea Formaldehyde Resin (UF)
Processing Methods: Compression Molding
Reinforcement Material: Cellulose Fibers
Markets: Consumer Goods
Electrical & Electronics
Industrial
Printing & Packaging
Appearance: Colors Available
Resin Type: UF (Urea Formaldehyde Resin)
Key Features: Electrical Properties, Good
Lubricated
Technology: Composite Materials
Product Status: Commercial
Labeling Claims: Environmentally Friendly
Recommended: Electrical markets; Conversion of composites & thermosets > Compression molding
Additives Included: Lubricant (Unspecified)
Pigment (Unspecified)
Material Features: Chemical Resistant
Detergent Resistant
Flame Retardant
Good Electrical Properties
Good Grease Resistance
Good Moisture Resistance
Good Scratch Resistance
Good UV Stability
Agency Ratings: RoHS <br>
BS 1322 type UF A10 <br>
DIN 7708 type 131.5 <br>
ISO 2112 type UF A10 <br>
UL certified
Certifications and Compliance: Directive 2011/65/EC amended through EU/2015/863 (RoHS)
Composite Materials Functions: Molding Compound

Technical data

Table 1 of 5

2 rows

Characteristic	Value	Unit	Method
Density	1.5	g/cm³	ISO 1183
Linear Mold Shrinkage	0.6 - 0.8	%	ISO 2577

Table 2 of 5

4 rows

Characteristic	Value	Unit	Method
Flexural Strength	min. 80	MPa	ISO 178
Tensile Strength	min. 45	MPa	ISO 527
Impact Strength	min. 5	kJ/m2	ISO 179/1eU
Impact Strength (Notched)	min. 1.1	kJ/m2	ISO 179/1eA

Table 3 of 5

1 row

Characteristic	Value	Unit	Method
Deflection Temperature (8.0 MPa)	min. 90	°C	ISO 75

Table 4 of 5