Petkim PETOPLEN MH418
- Chemical Family
- PolyolefinsPolypropylenes (PP)
Petkim PETOPLEN MH418 is a homopolymer polypropylene resin with medium molecular weight distribution. The material is developed as a multipurpose grade for extrusion and injection molding applications.
Product families
Applications
- Consumer Goods — Apparel; Consumer Goods — Housewares; Consumer Goods — Other Consumer Goods Applications
- Other Automotive Applications
- Structural Components
- Equipment & Parts
- Other Industrial Applications
- Carpet
- Textile Manufacturing
- Industrial & Transport Packaging
- Other Parts & Components
Product Families
- Polyolefins
Other characteristics
- Polymer Name
- Polypropylene Homopolymer (HPP)
- Melt Flow Index
- 4.7 - 4.7 g/10 min
- Processing Methods
- Extrusion, Injection Molding
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Building & Construction
- Consumer Goods
- Electrical & Electronics
- Industrial
- Printing & Packaging
- 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
The material is packaged in PE bags or in PP Big Bags.
- 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
- Food Regulations
The formulation and production of PETOPLEN MH418 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
- Carpet Backing
- Heavy Duty Bags
- Household Goods
- Machine/Mechanical Parts
- Monofilaments
- Twine
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Extrusion
- Injection Molding
- Recommended Processing Conditions
Film extrusion applications; Typical zone temperatures: 220 - 250°C Typical die head temperature: 250°C 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 | 34 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural Modulus, 23°C | 1450 | MPa | TS EN ISO 178 |
| Izod Impact Strength at 23°C (notched) | 22 | J/m | ASTM D256 |
| Rockwell Hardness | 94 | Scale R | ASTM D785 |
Table 2 of 3
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt Flow Rate (230°C/2.16 kg) | 4.7 | 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 | 83 | °C | ISO 75 |
