Physical Properties
- Bulk Density: Measured for pellets per ISO 60, the bulk density is 0.660 g/cc (0.0238 lb/in³) with standardized testing.
- Density: Determined by ISO 1183-1, the material density is 1.20 g/cc (0.0434 lb/in³) for solid samples.
- Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium: At 50% RH per ISO 62, equilibrium moisture absorption remains 0.12% by weight.
- Water Absorption at Saturation: As per ISO 62, saturation water absorption reaches 0.30% after full immersion.
- Water Vapor Transmission: For 0.100 mm film at 85% RH (ISO 15106-1), rate is 15.0 g/m²/day (0.966 g/100 in²/day).
- Oxygen Transmission: Per ISO 2556 (b.o.), 0.0254/0.100 mm films show 80.0 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (203 cc-mil/100 in²).
- Nitrogen Transmission: Per ISO 2556 (b.o.), 0.0254/0.100 mm films exhibit 16.0 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (40.6 cc-mil/100 in²).
- Carbon Dioxide Transmission: Per ISO 2556 (b.o.), 0.0254/0.100 mm films show 480 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (1220 cc-mil/100 in²).
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow: For 60x60x2 mm samples (ISO 294-4), flow shrinkage is 0.0065 cm/cm at 2.00 mm thickness.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Transverse: For 60x60x2 mm samples (ISO 294-4), transverse shrinkage is 0.0065 cm/cm at 2.00 mm.
- Melt Flow: At 300 °C (572 °F) under 1.20 kg (2.65 lb) (ISO 1133), melt flow rate is 20 g/10 min.
Polymer Properties:
- Base Material: Polycarbonate (PC)
- Modification Features:
- Good chemical resistance, protecting against common chemicals.
- High – flow properties for easy injection molding of complex parts.
- Moderate heat resistance suitable for a range of operating temperatures.
- Good balance of mechanical properties.
Applications:
Makrolon 2400’s excellent combination of clarity, toughness, and processability makes it suitable for a diverse range of products, including but not limited to:
- Electronics and Electrical: Appliance housings, laptop housings, and electrical switch housings benefit from its strength and heat resistance.
- Optical & Lighting: LED lamp covers, light diffusers, display windows, and safety goggles leverage its high transparency and impact resistance.
- Consumer Goods: Toys, transparent containers, and refrigerator internal shelves are common applications due to the material’s durability and clear appearance.
- Automotive: It is used for automotive instrument panels and headlamp housings where both toughness and clarity are required.
