LEXAN™ VISUALFX™ Resin FXEMPX1
SABIC's Specialties Business LEXAN FXEMPX1 polycarbonate (PC) siloxane copolymer resin is a UV stabilized injection molding (IM) grade with release properties. This resin offers good low temperature ductility in combination with high flow characteristics and excellent processability with opportunities for shorter IM cycle times compared to standard IM PC resins. LEXAN FXEMPX1 resin is a general purpose product available in limited colors and may be an excellent candidate for a broad range of applications.
Product families
Applications
- Consumer Goods — Appliances & Electronics
- Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation
- Consumer Electronics
- Displays
- Advanced Materials
- Off Road & Recreational Vehicle (RV)
Product Families
- High Performance Thermoplastics
- Polycarbonates
Other characteristics
- Brand
- LEXAN™ VISUALFX™ Resin
- Polymer Name
- Polycarbonate-Siloxane Copolymer
- Additives Included
- Flame Retardant, UV Stabilizer
- Flame Retardant
- UV Stabilizer
- Processing Methods
- Injection Molding
- Note
ʰ Measurements made from laboratory test coupon. Actual shrinkage may vary outside of range due to differences in processing conditions, equipment, part geometry and tool design. It is recommended that mold shrinkage studies be performed with surrogate or legacy tooling prior to cutting tools for new molded article.; ᵖ UL ratings shown on the technical datasheet might not cover the full range of thicknesses and colors. For details, please see the UL Yellow Card.; ⁷ Injection Molding parameters are only mentioned as general guidelines. These may not apply or may need adjustment in specific situations such as low shot sizes, large part molding, thin wall molding and gas-assist molding.; ¹¹ The information stated on Technical Datasheets should be used as indicative only for material selection purposes and not be utilized as specification or used for part or tool design.
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Consumer Goods
- Electrical & Electronics
- Industrial
- Flame Rating
- UL 94 HB
- Technology
- Plastics
- Labeling Claims
- Bromine-free
- Chlorine-free
- Material Features
- Flame Retardant
- Good Aesthetics
- Good Processability
- Good Surface Appearance
- Good UV Stability
- Good Weather Stability
- High Flow
- High Flowability
- Certifications and Compliance
- UL 94
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Building Materials
- Cell Phones
- Computer Components
- Displays
- Electrical/Electronic Applications
- Home Appliances
- Military Applications
- Personal Accessories
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Injection Molding
Technical data
Table 1 of 6
7 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Stress (Yield, Type I, 50 mm/min) ¹¹ | 57 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Stress (Break, Type I, 50 mm/min) ¹¹ | 56 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Strain (Yield, Type I, 50 mm/min) ¹¹ | 4.8 | % | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Strain (Break, Type I, 50 mm/min) ¹¹ | 90 | % | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Modulus (at 50 mm/min) ¹¹ | 2100 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural Stress (Yield, 1.3 mm/min, 50 mm span) ¹¹ | 86 | MPa | ASTM D790 |
| Flexural Modulus (at 1.3 mm/min, 50 mm span) ¹¹ | 2100 | MPa | ASTM D790 |
Table 2 of 6
8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity ¹¹ | 1.18 | — | ASTM D792 |
| Mold Shrinkage (flow, 3.2 mm) ʰ ¹¹ | 0.4 - 0.8 | % | SABIC method |
| Mold Shrinkage (xflow, 3.2 mm) ʰ ¹¹ | 0.4 - 0.8 | % | SABIC method |
| Melt Flow Rate (at 300°C, 1.2 kgf) ¹¹ | 18 | g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Density ¹¹ | 1.19 | g/cm³ | ISO 1183 |
| Water Absorption (at 23°C, saturated) ¹¹ | 0.12 | % | ISO 62-1 |
| Moisture Absorption (at 23°C, 50% RH) ¹¹ | 0.09 | % | ISO 62 |
| Melt Volume Rate (at 300°C, 1.2 kg) ¹¹ | 17 | cm³/10 min | ISO 1133 |
Table 3 of 6
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Deflection Temperature (at 1.82 MPa, 3.2mm, Unannealed) ¹¹ | 116 | °C | ASTM D648 |
| Ball Pressure Test (at 123°C to 127°C) ¹¹ | Pass | — | IEC 60695-10-2 |
| Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/120) ¹¹ | 139 | °C | ISO 306 |
| Relative Temperature Index (Electrical) ᵖ ¹¹ | 80 | °C | UL 746B |
| Relative Temperature Index (Mechanical with impact) ᵖ ¹¹ | 80 | °C | UL 746B |
| Relative Temperature Index (Mechanical without impact) ᵖ ¹¹ | 80 | °C | UL 746B |
Table 4 of 6
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Izod Impact (Notched, at 23°C) ¹¹ | 750 | J/m | ASTM D256 |
| Izod Impact (Notched, at -30°C) ¹¹ | 250 | J/m | ASTM D256 |
| Instrumented Dart Impact Total Energy (at 23°C) ¹¹ | 70 | J | ASTM D3763 |
Table 5 of 6
14 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Drying Temperature ⁷ | 120 | °C |
| Drying Time ⁷ | 3 - 4 | Hrs |
| Drying Time (Cumulative) ⁷ | 48 | Hrs |
| Maximum Moisture Content ⁷ | 0.02 | % |
| Melt Temperature ⁷ | 295 - 315 | °C |
| Nozzle Temperature ⁷ | 290 - 310 | °C |
| Front - Zone 3 Temperature ⁷ | 295 - 315 | °C |
| Middle - Zone 2 Temperature ⁷ | 280 - 305 | °C |
| Rear - Zone 1 Temperature ⁷ | 270 - 295 | °C |
| Mold Temperature ⁷ | 70 - 95 | °C |
| Back Pressure ⁷ | 0.3 - 0.7 | MPa |
| Screw Speed ⁷ | 40 - 70 | rpm |
Table 6 of 6
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| UL Recognized (94HB Flame Class Rating) ᵖ | 0.5 | mm | UL 94 |
