Polymer Tailoring PTFA 05

Product families

Other characteristics

Polymer Name

Polyethylene (unspecified)

Melt Flow Index

0.5 - 0.5 g/10 min

Processing Methods

Blow Molding, Extrusion, Profile Extrusion

Markets

• Building & Construction
• Consumer Goods
• Electrical & Electronics

Features

Polyethylene based; Lower processing temperature (~180ºC) allows for energy savings in production; Lower density (specific gravity) means more units per ton; Very high melt strengths and elasticities

Technology

Plastics

Labeling Claims

• Environmentally Friendly
• Halogen-free

HIGHLIGHTS

PTFA 05 is an innovative development in the quest to replace PVC compounds. It is a halogen-free, environmentally-friendly, flame-retarded compound which has already been selected for profile extrusions (e.g. windows and electrical conduits) and blow molding (e.g. plastic chairs). These fabrication processes require melt strengths and elasticities which, until now, only PVC compounds or non-flame-retarded polyolefins could supply. Through careful formulation, PTFA 05 meets these requirements, and more, and without a hint of halogen. Articles made from this compound will meet the environmental criteria of both the WEEE and ROHS Directives, as PTFA 05 is 100% environmentally-friendly.

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Material Features

• Flame Retardant
• High Elasticity
• High Melt Strength
• Low Specific Gravity

Certifications and Compliance

RoHS Compliant; Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

Plastics and Elastomers End Uses

• Conduit
• Cup Holders
• Housewares

Plastics and Elastomers Functions

Resin

Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods

• Blow Molding
• Extrusion
• Profile Extrusion