Petkim PETOPLEN EH341
- Chemical Family
- PolyolefinsPolypropylenes (PP)
Petkim PETOPLEN EH341 is a homopolymer polypropylene resin with narrow molecular weight distribution. The material is produced by controlled rheology (CR) technology. It is suitable for very high speed spunbond fiber production and general purpose injection molding.
Product families
Applications
- Consumer Goods — Housewares
- Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation
- Other Agricultural Films
- Carpet
- Technical Fabrics
- Textile Manufacturing
- Disposable Nonwovens
- Baby Diapers
- Wipes Tissue & Towel
Product Families
- Polyolefins
Other characteristics
- Polymer Name
- Polypropylene Homopolymer (HPP)
- Melt Flow Index
- 34.0 - 34.0 g/10 min
- Processing Methods
- Extrusion, Fibers Extrusion, Injection Molding
- Markets
- Agriculture & Feed
- Building & Construction
- Consumer Goods
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Industrial
- Personal Care
- Storage
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. Inappropriate storage conditions can lead to bad smell, color changes and the deterioration in physical properties. It is advised to process PP resins within 6 months after delivery.
- PACKAGING
Fiber extrusion applications; Typical resin temperature: 210 - 250°C Injection molding applications; Typical melt temperature: 200 - 260°C Typical mold temperature: 20 - 40°C Typical injection pressure: 25 - 55 MPa Processing conditions should be optimized for different equipment design.
- Recycling
The product is not hazardous or toxic and it is suitable for recycling using available recycling methods.
- Technology
- Plastics
- Characteristics
• High melt flow rate • Narrow molecular weight distribution • High speed spinning of fine denier fiber production • Easy processing with wide operating range • Good color consistency
- Labeling Claims
- Non-Hazardous
- Non-Toxic
- Recyclable
- Material Features
- Controlled Rheology
- Narrow Molecular Weight Distribution
- Food Regulations
The formulation and production of PETOPLEN EH341 conforms to the compositional requirements of the Commission Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011.
- Certifications and Compliance
- Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011 (PIM)
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Agricultural Applications
- Carpet Backing
- Geotextiles
- Household Goods
- Hygiene
- Spunbond Nonwovens
- Textile Applications
- Toys
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Extrusion
- Fibers Extrusion
- Injection Molding
- Recommended Processing Conditions
Fiber extrusion applications; Typical resin temperature: 210 - 250°C Injection molding applications; Typical melt temperature: 200 - 260°C Typical mold temperature: 20 - 40°C Typical injection pressure: 25 - 55 MPa Processing conditions should be optimized for different equipment design.
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength at Yield | 39 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural Modulus, 23°C | 1550 | MPa | TS EN ISO 178 |
| Izod Impact Strength at 23°C (notched) | 24 | J/m | ASTM D256 |
| Rockwell Hardness | 96 | Scale R | ASTM D785 |
Table 2 of 3
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt Flow Rate (230°C/2.16 kg) | 34 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Density | 0.905 | g/cm³ | ASTM D1505 |
| Melting Point (DSC, 2nd heating) | 163 | °C | ASTM D3418 |
Table 3 of 3
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Deflection Temperature at 0.45 MPa | 88 | °C | ISO 75 |
