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OPTIM® GE-344

OPTIM® GE-344 is a glycidyl methacrylate modified ultra-low density polyethylene. It is used for toughening of Polycarbonates and Polyesters such as PET & PBT.

Properties

Physical Form
  • Masterbatch
  • Solid

Product families

Applications

Electrical & Electronics — Wire & Cable
  • Jacketing & Insulation

Product Families

Plastics — Masterbatches
  • Additive Masterbatches
Plastics — Polymer Additives
  • Performance Additives
  • Surface Modifiers

Other characteristics

Brand
OPTIM
Carrier
  • Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Resin-based
  • Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
  • Resin-based
Features
Low Temperature Strength, Non-Hygroscopic
Functions
Coupling Agent, Impact Modifier
Compatible Polymers & Resins

Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Polycarbonates (PC), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

Markets
Electrical & Electronics
Technology
Plastics
Packaging Type
  • Bags
  • Super Sacks
Material Features
  • Low Temperature Strength
  • 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

OPTIM® GE-344 can be added to polycarbonates & polyesters to achieve good dispersion of fillers within the polymer matrix thereby obtaining best properties.; It is recommended to purge the equipment thoroughly after a run is completed as OPTIM® GE-344 tends to crosslinks when kept for long periods at high temperatures.; Maximum processing temperature should not generally exceed 290°C.

Compatible Polymers and Resins
  • Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
  • Polycarbonates (PC)
  • Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
Cables
Plastics and Elastomers Functions
  • Coupling Agent
  • Impact Modifier
Storage and Handling Procedures

OPTIM® GE-344 should be stored in a dry, cool and well-ventilated 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 55-60°C for about 2 hours for obtaining best results.

Technical data

Table 1 of 4

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Tensile Strength6MPaASTM D638/2010
Percentage Elongationmin. 1000%ASTM D638/2010
Tensile Modulus0.57MPaASTM D638/2010
Flexural Modulus17MPaASTM D790/2010
Flexural Strength1.7MPaASTM D790/2010

Table 2 of 4

1 row
CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Vicat Softening Temperature50°CASTM 1525/2010

Table 3 of 4

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
MFI (at 190°C/2.16 Kg)3.5g/10minASTM D1238
Density0.87g/cm³ASTM D792
Bulk Density0.47g/mlPLUSS® method
Bonded Maleic AnhydrideHigh—PLUSS® method

Table 4 of 4

2 rows
CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Durometer Hardness60Shore AASTM D2240/2004
Durometer Hardness10Shore DASTM D2240/2004

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