Petkim PETILEN G08-21T
- Chemical Family
- PolyethylenesPolyolefins
Petkim PETILEN G08-21T is a low density polyethylene resin produced by high pressure tubular process. Having high average molecular weight, the product is developed for general purpose applications. PETILEN G08-21T contains no additives.
Product families
Applications
- Food & Beverage Packaging
- Industrial & Transport Packaging
- Non-Food Consumer Packaging
Product Families
- Polyolefins
Other characteristics
- Polymer Name
- Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
- Melt Flow Index
- 0.85 - 0.85 g/10 min
- Processing Methods
Blow Molding, Blown Film Extrusion, Extrusion, Film Extrusion
- Markets
- Printing & Packaging
- Storage
Inappropriate storage conditions can lead to bad smell, color changes and the deterioration in physical properties. It is advised to process PE resins within 6 months after delivery.
- PACKAGING
The material is packaged in PE bags or in PP big bags. The product should be stored in a dry area with an ambient temperature below 50°C. It should be kept away from sunlight, sparks, heat and flame.
- Recycling
The product is not hazardous or toxic and it is suitable for recycling using available recycling methods.
- Technology
- Plastics
- Labeling Claims
- Non-Hazardous
- Non-Toxic
- Recyclable
- Certifications and Compliance
- Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011 (PIM)
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Bottles
- Cosmetic Packaging
- Heavy Duty Bags
- Shrink Wrap
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Recommended Processing Conditions
- Blown film extrusion applications;
- Typical zone temperatures
- 150 - 210°C
- Typical melt temperature
- 185 - 205°C
- Typical blow-up ratio (BUR)
- 2:1 - 3:1
- Processing conditions should be optimized for different equipment design.
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Blow Molding
- Blown Film Extrusion
- Extrusion
- Film Extrusion
Technical data
Table 1 of 4
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt Flow Rate (190°C/2.16 kg) | 0.85 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Density, 23°C | 0.921 | g/cm | ASTM D1239 |
| Melting Point (DSC, 2nd heating) | 109 | °C | ASTM D1240 |
Table 2 of 4
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vicat Softening Point, 10 N | 95 | °C | ASTM D1525 |
Table 3 of 4
10 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength at Yield, MD | 12 | MPa | ASTM D1241 |
| Tensile Strength at Yield, TD | 11 | MPa | ASTM D1242 |
| Tensile Strength at Break, MD | 25 | MPa | ASTM D1243 |
| Tensile Strength at Break, TD | 21 | MPa | ASTM D1244 |
| Elongation at Break, MD | min. 200 | % | ASTM D1245 |
| Elongation at Break, TD | min. 500 | % | ASTM D1246 |
| Tear Strength, MD | 180 | cN | ASTM D1247 |
| Tear Strength, TD | 240 | cN | ASTM D1248 |
| Dart Drop Impact, F52 | 200 | g | ASTM D1249 |
| Coefficient of Friction | min. 0.8 | — | ASTM D1250 |
Table 4 of 4
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haze | 7.2 | % | ASTM D1251 |
| Gloss at 45° | 68 | GU | ASTM D1252 |
