High Density Polyethylene
Description
This high density polyethylene is an ethylene-hexene copolymer that is tailored for injection molded applications that require:
- Moderate flow
- Excellent impact strength
- Durability.
This resin meets these specifications FDA 21 CFR 177.1520(c) 3.2a, use conditions B-H per 21CFR 176.170(c).
- Moderate flow
- Excellent impact strength
- Durability.
This resin meets these specifications FDA 21 CFR 177.1520(c) 3.2a, use conditions B-H per 21CFR 176.170(c).
Property
Value
Unit
ASTM
Melt index (condition 230°C/2.16 kg)
6
g/10 min
D 1238
Density (g/cm³)
0.953
g/cm³
D 792
Tensile Strength (Yield)
4100
psi
D638
Elongation (Break)
950
%
D638
Flexural Modulus
185,000
psi
D790
Durometer Hardness (Shore D)
62
D2240
Brittleness Temperature
<-103
°C
D746A
Vicat Softening Temperature
257
°C
D1525A
ESCR, Condition B (F50, 100% Igepal)
20
h
D1693