Cosmic Alkyd 3D36
- Chemical Family
- AlkydsPolyesters
Cosmic Alkyd 3D36 is a specialized alkyd molding compound that incorporates long glass fibers for enhanced impact resistance and flame retardant properties. Supplied in flake form, it is designed for ease of use and versatility in molding applications. This compound molds readily using standard compression or transfer equipment, and it maintains its performance for up to one year when stored at temperatures of 100°C or below. Its unique blend of properties makes it suitable for applications that require both impact resistance and flame retardancy.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Flakes
- Solid
Product families
Applications
- Connectors
- Jacketing & Insulation
Product Families
- Polyesters
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Cosmic Alkyd
- End Uses
- Electrical Connectors, Electrical Insulation
- Features
Dimensional Stability, Easy To Mold, Electrically Insulating, Excellent Surface Properties, Fast Curing, Flame Retardant, High Strength, Impact Resistance, Low Odor
- Polymer Name
- Alkyd Resin
- Processing Methods
- Compression Molding, Transfer Molding
- Markets
- Electrical & Electronics
- Flame Rating
- UL 94 V1
- Key Features
3D36 cures rapidly to give high strength to parts with excellent surface, good electrical insulation and dimensional stability.
- Technology
- Plastics
- Fillers Included
- Glass Fiber
- Long Glass Fiber
- Additives Included
- Flame Retardant
- Material Features
- Dimensional Stability
- Easy To Mold
- Electrically Insulating
- Excellent Surface Properties
- Fast Curing
- Flame Retardant
- High Strength
- Impact Resistance
- Applications
Used in electrical hardware applications such as underwater connectors and other insulation applications.
- Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001
- UL 94
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Electrical Connectors
- Electrical Insulation
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Compression Molding
- Transfer Molding
Technical data
Table 1 of 5
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Flexural Strength | 12 - 14,000 | psi |
| Compressive Strength | 18 - 22,000 | psi |
| Tensile Strength | 3,500 - 7,000 | psi |
| Impact Strength (Izod Notched) | 3.0 - 6.0 | ft-lb / inch |
Table 2 of 5
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensional Stability | max. 0.04 | % |
| Heat Distortion Temperature (at 18.6 kg/cm²) | 205 | °C |
Table 3 of 5
13 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Arc Resistance | 140 | seconds |
| Dielectric Strength (Kv Step-by-Step, Dry) | 400 | volts/mil |
| Dielectric Strength (Kv Step-by-Step, Wet) | 350 | volts/mil |
| Dielectric Breakdown (Step-by-Step, Dry) | 55 | Kv |
| Dielectric Breakdown (Step-by-Step, Wet) | 40 | Kv |
| Dielectric Constant (at 1 KHz, Dry) | 5.5 | — |
| Dielectric Constant (at 1 MHz, Dry) | 5.6 | — |
| Dielectric Constant (at 1 KHz, Wet) | 6 | — |
| Dissipation Factor (at 1KHz, Dry) | 0.04 | — |
| Dissipation Factor (at 1KHz, Wet) | 0.05 | — |
| Dielectric Constant (at 1MHz, Wet) | 5.5 | — |
| Dissipation Factor (at 1MHz, Dry) | 0.025 | — |
Table 4 of 5
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Water Absorption (at 50 °C,48 hours) | 0.25 | % |
Table 5 of 5
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 1.95 | — |
| Bulk Factor | 6.0 - 12.0 | — |
| Molding Pressure | 500 - 8,000 | psi |
| Molding Temperature | 130 - 170 | °C |
| Mold Shrinkage | 0.001 - 0.004 | In / In |
