Covestro Makrolon 2800 Hot Sale PC Resin
Covestro Makrolon 2800 is a high – performance polycarbonate (PC) from Covestro, with superior impact resistance.
Physical Properties
- Bulk Density:Measured according to ISO 60 for pellets, the bulk density is 0.660 g/cc (0.0238 lb/in³), indicating material packing efficiency.
- Density:Determined by ISO 1183-1, the density is 1.20 g/cc (0.0434 lb/in³), providing a standardized measure of mass per unit volume.
- Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium:As per ISO 62 at 50% relative humidity, moisture absorption is 0.12%, ensuring stability in humid environments.
- Water Absorption at Saturation:According to ISO 62, water absorption at saturation is 0.30%, critical for applications requiring water resistance.
- Water Vapor Transmission:At 0.100 mm thickness, the rate is 15.0 g/m²/day (0.966 g/100 in²/day) per ISO 15106-1, measuring moisture barrier performance.
- Oxygen Transmission:At 0.0254 mm thickness, the rate is 70.0 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (178 cc-mil/100 in²-24hr-atm) per ISO 2556, assessing gas permeability.
- Nitrogen Transmission:At 0.100 mm thickness, the rate is 13.0 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (33.0 cc-mil/100 in²-24hr-atm) per ISO 2556, evaluating inert gas barrier properties.
- Carbon Dioxide Transmission:At 0.0254 mm thickness, the rate is 429 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (1090 cc-mil/100 in²-24hr-atm) per ISO 2556, important for packaging applications.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow:For 2.00 mm thickness, flow shrinkage is 0.0065 cm/cm (in/in) per ISO 294-4, affecting dimensional accuracy in molding.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Transverse:At 2.00 mm thickness, transverse shrinkage is 0.0070 cm/cm (in/in) per ISO 294-4, influencing part design and tolerance.
- Melt Flow:Per ISO 1133, the melt flow rate is 10 g/10 min at 300°C (572°F) under 1.20 kg (2.65 lb) load, indicating processability.
Polymer Properties:
- Base Material: Polycarbonate (PC)
- Modification Features:
- High – performance impact resistance, ideal for demanding applications.
- Excellent heat resistance for high – temperature environments.
- Good chemical resistance for exposure to various substances.
- Superior optical quality for optical applications.
Applications:
Makrolon 2800’s combination of high impact strength, transparency, heat resistance, and good flow properties make it suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Electronics and Electrical: Mobile device enclosures, laptop housings, electrical switch housings, and printer housings benefit from its toughness and dimensional stability.
- Automotive: It is used for headlamp housings and other transparent or structural components where impact resistance and heat stability are required.
- Medical and Laboratory: Medical face shields and laboratory equipment benefit from its clarity, durability, and sterilization resistance.
- Consumer Goods: Toys, safety goggles, luggage shells, and transparent containers leverage its toughness and optical clarity.