OPTIM® P-408
OPTIM® P-408 is a maleic anhydride modified homopolymer polypropylene. The grafting operation of the polypropylene backbone is achieved using a new technology that allows high grafting efficiency and low polymer scission.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Masterbatch
- Solid
Product families
Applications
- Jacketing & Insulation
Product Families
- Functional Additives
- Additive Masterbatches
- Performance Additives
- Surface Modifiers
Other characteristics
- Brand
- OPTIM
- Carrier
- Polypropylenes (PP), Resin-based
- Polypropylenes (PP)
- Resin-based
- Functions
- Compatibilizer, Coupling Agent
- Processing Methods
- Extrusion, Thermoforming
- Compatible Polymers & Resins
Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH), Polyamides, Polypropylenes (PP)
- Markets
- Electrical & Electronics
- Technology
- Composite Materials
- Plastics
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Super Sacks
- Material Features
- Non-Hygroscopic
- Packaging Information
OPTIM® speciality polymers are supplied in pre-dried form in 25 Kg (55 lbs) PE lined, HD woven sack-laminated paper bags and 750 Kg (1650 lbs) FIBC's.. They should be stored in cool and dry place.
- Processing Conditions
A slight pungent odor is normal during processing of OPTIM® P-408.; During processing, the compounding parameters that can lead to optimized performance include extruder type, screw design, barrel temperature, screw speed, throughput, residence time and material feeding sequence.; Maximum processing temperature should not generally exceed 280 °C.
- Compatible Polymers and Resins
- Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH)
- Polyamides
- Polypropylenes (PP)
- Composite Materials Functions
- Coupling Agent
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Cables
- Thermoforming Applications
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Compatibilizer
- Coupling Agent
- Storage and Handling Procedures
OPTIM® P-408 is mildly hygroscopic and should be stored in a dry and cool area.; It is recommended that prior to processing, the requisite quantity of material to be used should be dried in a hopper dryer or oven at 80-95°C for about 2 hours for obtaining best results.; Loss of anhydride functionality may occur due to conversion to acid groups by reaction with atmospheric moisture.
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Extrusion
- Thermoforming
Technical data
Table 1 of 4
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 34 | MPa | ASTM D638/2010 |
| Percentage Elongation | 9 | % | ASTM D638/2010 |
| Tensile Modulus | 750 | MPa | ASTM D638/2010 |
| Flexural Modulus | 1750 | MPa | ASTM D790/2010 |
| Flexural Strength | 50 | MPa | ASTM D790/2010 |
Table 2 of 4
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melting Temperature | 162 | °C | DSC |
| Vicat Softening Temperature | 153 | °C | ASTM 1525/2010 |
Table 3 of 4
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFI (at 190°C/2.16 Kg) | 50 | g/10min | ASTM D1238 |
| Density | 0.908 | g/cm³ | ASTM D792 |
| Bulk Density | 0.51 | g/ml | PLUSS® method |
| Bonded Maleic Anhydride | Very high | — | PLUSS® method |
Table 4 of 4
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durometer Hardness | 75 | Shore D | ASTM D2240/2004 |
